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Empowering Zambian Farmers: BongoHive and ICRAF Partner to Build Sustainable, Market-Ready Agricultural Enterprises

BongoHive is excited to announce the completion of a series of transformative training sessions delivered under the ICRAF_Z4ABC project, aimed at empowering local farmers in Zambia with sustainable practices, market insights, and essential business skills. This initiative represents a vital part of BongoHive’s ongoing commitment to fostering commercially viable, climate-resilient agricultural businesses, particularly for youth… Read more »

Empowering Rural Zambia: Highlights from the Lundazi Phase II Capacity Building Workshop

The Lundazi Green Village Project continues to make significant strides in empowering rural communities through sustainable development. From July 29th to August 2nd, 2024, a crucial five-day workshop took place at the Four Pillars Lodge in Lusaka, marking a key milestone in the project’s Phase II capacity-building efforts. Organised by our Consult Entrepreneurship Unit, the… Read more »

MentorPitch Cohort 2: Empowering African Startups through Angel Investment

As we approach the end of the year, our MentorPitch Programme is reaching its final stages with some invaluable lessons on Telling Your Story, Building a Great Team, Deploying the Right Technology, and Understanding Your Customer. These elements are essential for any startup aiming to make a lasting impact and achieve sustainable growth. Zambia’s entrepreneurial… Read more »

BongoHive Consult Driving Digital Empowerment for SMEs in Partnership with the International Trade Centre

BongoHive has partnered with the International Trade Centre (ITC) has successfully completed a transformative training and capacity-building programme aimed at empowering entry-level online sellers in Zambia. This initiative highlights BongoHive Consult’s commitment to fostering entrepreneurship by equipping Zambian SMEs with essential digital skills and tools to succeed in the rapidly expanding digital marketplace. Running from… Read more »

Empowering Rural Zambia: Highlights from the Lundazi Phase II Capacity Building Workshop

The Lundazi Green Village Project continues to make significant strides in empowering rural communities through sustainable development. From July 29th to August 2nd, 2024, a crucial five-day workshop took place at the Four Pillars Lodge in Lusaka, marking a key milestone in the project’s Phase II capacity-building efforts. Organised by our Consult Entrepreneurship Unit, the… Read more »

Ukama Ustawi Innovation Challenge: Addressing Food Security through Climate-Resilient Solutions

This September, BongoHive Consult’s Innovation Unit, in partnership with the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) and AICCRA Zambia, successfully facilitated the Ukama Ustawi/I2G Innovation Challenge. This 5-day program was designed to address the pressing challenges of food and nutrition security by promoting climate-resilient, water-secure, and socially inclusive approaches to agriculture. The initiative aimed to revolutionise… Read more »

The Future of Innovation: Embracing AI as a Catalyst for Breakthrough Ideas

By Doreen Mwape At the Innovation Department of BongoHive, we are excited about the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its ability to reshape the landscape of innovation. In a world where disruption is the new norm, embracing AI as a strategic tool can be the key to unlocking groundbreaking ideas and accelerating the… Read more »

Innovation as a Service

Innovation might seem complex, but at its core, it’s about generating new ideas or enhancing existing ones to create value. It’s about offering something meaningful that wasn’t there before. In business, providing value is crucial for success. Customers pay for products and use services because they derive value from them. At BongoHive Consult, we help… Read more »

BongoHive and TEDxLusaka Collaborate to Demystify AI and Unlock its Potential for Zambia

In a groundbreaking collaboration, TEDxLusaka and BongoHive, have come together to shed light on the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) across key sectors in the country. From July to August 2024, the two organisations facilitated a series of impactful AI community workshops, engaging participants from five critical sectors: agriculture, business, health, education, and law… Read more »

Empowering African Innovators: The Role of Comprehensive Support in Startup Success

BY ELIEZER LUNGU Africa is experiencing a surge in entrepreneurial activity and technological innovation, particularly among women. While numerous initiatives have made strides in empowering female entrepreneurs and tech professionals, the journey from idea to successful business remains fraught with challenges. One of the most critical gaps is the need for comprehensive and sustained support… Read more »