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BongoHive, in partnership with Standard Chartered Bank, is proud to present Esineya T. Chilumbu, a recent recipient of a $10,000 grant through the Standard Chartered Women in Tech Incubator Program. Now in its fourth cohort, this program supports female entrepreneurs with training, mentorship, and financial resources, helping them turn their visions into market-ready innovations. With… Read more »
Over the past three weeks, the six winners of the Standard Chartered Women in Tech (WiT) Programme took the airwaves by storm on Millennium Radio’s newly launched show, Women’s Lounge. The radio show, which airs every Tuesday in partnership with Standard Chartered Bank, is dedicated to celebrating the remarkable achievements of women across Zambia. This… Read more »
In the vibrant heart of Lusaka, a groundbreaking venture is emerging in the educational landscape—Wila Wane Toys Books and More Store. Founded by the passionate Dr. Kayanda Besa, Wila Wane transcends the boundaries of a conventional retail space; it is a transformative hub where play meets literature, meticulously crafted to nurture young minds in a… Read more »
From 15th to 18th October, Taonga Grace Banda Chizyuka, Manager – Innovation Consulting, BongoHive Consult, represented the organization as a distinguished panelist at the Inspire Africa Conference held in Lagos, Nigeria. This prestigious event brought together both local and international leaders in product development, aiming to empower the African product community through shared knowledge and… Read more »
BongoHive is elated to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious Innovation Hub of the Year title at the 2024 Zambia E-Commerce Awards. This recognition highlights our unwavering dedication to fostering e-commerce growth in Zambia, made possible by our committed team and the robust support of the Zambian innovation community. Simunza Muyangana, Director of… Read more »
BongoHive is excited to announce the successful completion of impactful training sessions conducted through the ICRAF_Z4ABC project in Vizimumba Village, Nyimba, and Katete. Under the leadership of Project Coordinator Misozi Chisenga and Junior Associate Eliezer Lungu, our dedicated team engaged with local farmers to enhance their production techniques and unlock new market opportunities. In Vizimumba… Read more »
Last week marked the launch of the highly anticipated ITC Group Coaching Sessions at BongoHive, a hub dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in Zambia. This initiative, in collaboration with the International Trade Centre (ITC), is designed to equip entry-level online sellers with the essential digital skills and knowledge they need to thrive in the… Read more »
BongoHive, Zambia’s premier innovation and startup hub, proudly hosted His Excellency Johan Hallenborg, the Swedish Ambassador to Zambia, along with his delegation. This visit marks a significant step toward fostering potential collaborations between Zambia and Sweden, two nations dedicated to advancing entrepreneurship and innovation. Ambassador Hallenborg commended BongoHive’s transformative initiatives that are redefining Zambia’s startup… Read more »
BongoHive welcomed Cohort 3 of the ActivateYouth Project for an immersive entrepreneurial experience at the Hive Coworking Space. This collaboration aimed to ignite the entrepreneurial spirit among the young aspiring politicians, showcasing the power of business and startups in shaping their future endeavors. The session was led by Maximilian Musumali, the dynamic Entrepreneurship Associate at… Read more »
BongoHive, Zambia’s leading technology and innovation hub, has successfully completed an in-person training program for 100 local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The program, which was selected and funded by the International Trade Centre (ITC), equipped participating entrepreneurs with essential digital skills to thrive in the e-commerce landscape. Over the course of the program, SME… Read more »
