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From Sensors to Shoes: How BongoHive Consult Brought HCD Magic to Robotix Institute ZM

This past Saturday, the BongoHive Consult innovation team stepped out of the lab and into the classroom. We joined our partners at Robotix Institute ZM for an electrifying session during their weekend Robotix classes, designed to spark a new way of thinking among Zambia’s youngest inventors. While these students are already masters of gears and… Read more »

BongoHive Advances Zambia’s AI Agenda with Ecosystem Mapping Launch and Industry Dialogue

BongoHive convened leaders from across technology, finance, manufacturing, agriculture, and the innovation ecosystem for an Ecosystem Mapping Launch and Industry Dialogue focused on the future of artificial intelligence in Zambia. The event marked the official launch of a new report developed in partnership with PARIS21 and Ubuntu AI, aimed at advancing the localisation of Zambian… Read more »

The Art of Analytics: Turning Data into Stories That Matter

By: Sarah Mwendwa Picture this: You’ve just launched a platform with a flawless frontend, a seamless backend, and perfect APIs. Then your client logs in to their new admin dashboard and asks the inevitable question: “So… how many people are actually using this thing?” Welcome to the world of analytics, where numbers become narratives and… Read more »

Africa’s AI Moment: Building the Future on Mobile-First Foundations

By: Aubrey Zulu The most significant AI innovation today is not confined to Silicon Valley—it is unfolding across African tech ecosystems, where necessity and infrastructure constraints are driving unprecedented creativity. Africa’s AI market is projected to skyrocket from $3.70 billion to an astounding $16.53 billion by 2030, representing a staggering 28% annual growth rate. Critically,… Read more »

BongoHive: Forging Pan-African Tech Partnerships at the Zambia–Ghana Business Forum

BongoHive was honored to participate in and exhibit at the Zambia–Ghana Business Forum held on 6th February, 2026, at the Intercontinental Hotel. Organized by the Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) on the sidelines of the State Visit by the President of Ghana, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, and hosted by His Excellency President Hakainde Hichilema, the… Read more »

Charting the Path: Why Innovation Readiness is Central to Organisational Growth

By Cynthia Kunda As new technologies and customer expectations continue to reshape industries, many organisations rush to adopt the latest tools or trends without first assessing whether they are truly prepared for change. This often leads to stalled initiatives, wasted resources, and missed opportunities. Meaningful innovation is not about reacting to what others are doing—it… Read more »

Universities as Catalysts of Innovation in Zambia

By: Kasiku Kayuma – Social Innovation and Research Associate Knowledge seamlessly meets action. Groundbreaking ideas spark enterprise. Africa’s universities are fundamentally rewriting their story, transforming from traditional centres of academic learning into dynamic catalysts of innovation. In a world where innovation is the new currency, institutions like Zambia’s universities are becoming essential launchpads for ideas… Read more »

Rethinking Innovation: A Human-Centered Blueprint for Breakthroughs

By Cynthia Kunda Innovation isn’t a poster on the wall or a slide deck filled with trendy buzzwords. It’s the ongoing pursuit of meaningful change — a deliberate process of uncovering opportunities and creating solutions that deliver real-world value. In today’s competitive market, innovation isn’t optional; it’s the foundation of sustainable success. At BongoHive Consult,… Read more »

Pathways to People-Centred Solutions: A Resounding Success

We are excited to share that our recent session, “Pathways to People-Centred Solutions,” was a resounding success. The event brought together innovators, educators, and thought leaders to explore how Human-Centred Design (HCD) can drive practical, sustainable, and impactful solutions. Our distinguished speakers — Yaza Kara, Kabwe Yambayamba, Taylor Cruz Mwila, and Brian Mushaukwa — delivered… Read more »