UNDP Launches Timbuktoo MineTech Accelerator to Transform Africa’s Mining Sector

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with the Timbuktoo Africa Innovation Foundation and the National Institute for Scientific and Industrial Research (NISIR), has launched the Timbuktoo MineTech Accelerator Programme to drive innovation and empower youth-led start-ups in Africa’s mining sector. Part of the Timbuktoo MineTech Hub, the programme aims to revolutionize mining through… Read more »

ZBAN Invests $5,000 in Astanah Energy at Mentorpitch Program Graduation

After 12 weeks of intensive investment readiness coaching, David Ngambi from Astanah Energy emerged as the recipient of a $5,000 investment during the Zambia Business Angels Network (ZBAN) end-of-year dinner, held on December 12, 2024. This milestone investment marks the culmination of the Mentorpitch Program, a collaborative initiative designed to equip Zambian startups with the… Read more »

UNDP Launches Groundbreaking Timbuktoo MineTech StartUp Accelerator to Revolutionize African Mining Sector

The United Nations Development Program Zambia (UNDP), in collaboration with BongoHive, has launched the Timbuktoo MineTech StartUp Accelerator Programme, a groundbreaking initiative designed to reshape Africa’s mining sector through innovation, sustainability, and local entrepreneurship. BongoHive will lead the implementation of this pioneering programme, which seeks to empower startups utilizing cutting-edge technologies to tackle key challenges… Read more »

BongoHive: The Fast-Paced Hub Transforming Zambia’s Tech and Innovation Ecosystem

BongoHive: The Fast-Paced Hub Transforming Zambia’s Tech and Innovation Ecosystem By Tilyenji Mundungani, Marketing and Communications Lead at BongoHive Two months ago, I took a bold step and joined the team at BongoHive, Zambia’s premier technology and innovation hub. Little did I know that this would not only change my perspective on marketing but would… Read more »

Wilawane Store Launches E-Commerce Platform and Physical Store: A Milestone for Dr. Kayanda Besa

Dr. Kayanda Besa, one of this year’s standout cohort winners from BongoHive’s Standard Chartered Women in Tech Program, officially launched Wilawane Store’s e-commerce platform and its first physical location in Lusaka. The store, specializing in children’s educational toys and books, marks a significant milestone in Dr. Besa’s mission to revolutionize learning through play. During the… Read more »

BongoHive Consult Leads AI Workshop at Mozilla Festival: Unlocking Zambia’s Digital Potential

Last week, BongoHive Consult facilitated an engaging and insightful workshop titled “From Insights to Integration: AI and the Power of Togetherness” at the Mozilla Festival. The session aimed to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and the crucial role it can play in driving economic and social development in Zambia. The workshop brought… Read more »

Visa’s Kimberly Bella Discusses Building a Trusted Digital Economy at BongoHive Workshop

Kimberly Bella, Senior Director at Visa’s Global Data Office, recently presented key insights from Visa’s latest consumer study at the Empowering for a Trusted Digital Economy workshop held at BongoHive. The presentation, which focused on building trust in Zambia’s digital ecosystem, shared findings from a representative survey of 1,200 Zambian consumers, shedding light on their… Read more »

BongoHive Executive Director Joins Panel at VISA/Mozilla Workshop on Africa’s Fintech Revolution

Lukonga Lidunda, Executive Director of BongoHive, took part in a key panel discussion at the VISA/Mozilla workshop held at Ciela, which focused on Africa’s fintech revolution. The session, titled Unlocking Fintech’s Power for Everyone, explored important topics such as consumer protection, privacy, and the role of digital and financial literacy in creating a more inclusive… Read more »

Revolutionizing Zambia’s Startup Ecosystem: Hrvst Founder Curtis Madden Reflects on the Power of Collaboration

Revolutionizing Zambia’s Startup Ecosystem: Hrvst Founder Curtis Madden Reflects on the Power of Collaboration In the world of start-ups, ideas are a dime a dozen. But turning those ideas into thriving businesses—especially in Zambia—is no easy feat. Curtis Madden, co-founder and CEO of the innovative digital platform Hrvst, is among the fortunate few who has… Read more »

Strengthening Financial Acumen in African Startups through Profitability PitchBack

Last week’s MentorPitch session brought together a group of ambitious African startup founders for an in-depth exploration of profitability. The Profitability PitchBack session, a key part of the program, encouraged entrepreneurs to analyze their startup’s financial health and present their findings in a concise pitch. It was a vital exercise designed to sharpen the participants’… Read more »