BongoHiveLast year, six exceptional female-led startups emerged as the top winners of the Standard Chartered Women in Tech Incubator Program – Cohort 4. Each business received $10,000 in equity-free grant funding, alongside hands-on mentorship and strategic training.…
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Breakthroughs in Cybersecurity, E-Commerce, and Next-Gen AI Models
By Mulubwa Chungu Technical lead at BongoHive Consult – Backend and DevOps, Technology Consulting
This week marked a significant turning point in artificial intelligence (AI), featuring cutting-edge model launches, innovative industry applications, and remarkable advances in AI reasoning and multimodal …
Zamtel Partners with BongoHive Consult
Zamtel , a leading telecommunications provider, has announced a strategic partnership with BongoHive Consult, a dedicated digital transformation and corporate innovation consulting firm, to enhance its technological capabilities and strengthen its customer-centric approach.
The partnership seeks to position Zamtel as …
BongoHive Launches AI Lab to Drive Innovation and Economic Growth in Zambia
BongoHive, a leading technology and innovation hub in Zambia, today announced the launch of its AI Lab, a dedicated research and development centre focused on advancing artificial intelligence (AI) solutions in the country. The lab will serve as a hub …
Tetiwe Nzimah – Pioneering Change in Women’s Month
This Women’s Month, we celebrate an exceptional entrepreneur and BongoHive Alumni, Tetiwe Nzimah, the founder and CEO of Kiddies Commute—a company redefining safe and efficient child transportation in Zambia.
Tetiwe’s entrepreneurial journey has been shaped by her …
From Vision to Reality: The Power of Execution in Zambia’s Startup Ecosystem
In this insightful piece, Misozi Chisenga, Project Coordinator, unpacks the key pillars of execution—strategy, funding, team building, and digital transformation—while addressing the challenges that hold entrepreneurs back. More importantly, he explores practical solutions to bridge the gap between vision …
French Minister Visits BongoHive, Commends Support for Startups
BongoHive, had the distinct honor of hosting French Minister Delegate for Francophonie and International Partnerships, Thani Mohamed-Soilihi, during his visit to Lusaka yesterday. Accompanied by the French Ambassador to Zambia, Thomas Rossignol, the minister was warmly received by BongoHive Co-founders …
A Bold New Chapter Begins for the Timbuktoo MineTech Accelerator
The Timbuktoo MineTech Accelerator has officially closed its call for applications, receiving an overwhelming 350+ submissions from more than 30 countries across Africa. This remarkable response reflects the continent’s growing commitment to innovation in mining technology, setting the stage for …
AI in Africa: Unlocking the Continent’s Potential
By Francis Lombe- Manager Technology Consulting, BongoHive
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a distant concept—it’s here, and it’s reshaping industries globally, with Africa at the cusp of a major AI revolution. From bustling startups to established corporations, African
…Medsearch Zambia’s AI-Driven Skin Scanning Tool: A Game Changer in Dermatology Care
In the ever-evolving world of healthcare innovation, Medsearch Zambia is making waves, and we’re excited to share their journey! As the proud winners of the 2023 Digital Health Hackathon, Medsearch has taken healthcare into the future with its groundbreaking digital …