She’s Next Kenya Grant Competition Winners Celebrate Women-Led Innovation
The inaugural She’s Next Kenya grant competition has highlighted the remarkable achievements of women-led SMEs pioneering innovation across various sectors. With over 2,300 local SMEs vying for recognition, the competition underscored the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit in Kenya. Busu Naturals, specializing in local emollients for sensitive African skin, clinched the top
South Africans Embrace Online Shopping Trends in Fashion and Food
A significant shift towards online shopping is evident among South Africans, with over 56% engaging in multiple monthly transactions, and 20% making weekly purchases. The preference for online shopping spans various categories, notably fashion with a leading 69.9% share, closely followed by food and beverages at 63.8%. This surge in
World PR Day 2024 Highlights Future of Public Relations in Digital Era
Today, on July 16th, we celebrate World PR Day, focusing on “The Future of Public Relations in a Changing World”. This theme underscores the evolving role of public relations (PR) in a dynamic landscape where reputation is paramount. The global PR market is valued at approximately $106.93 billion (R1.92 trillion),
Samsung and Apple Drive Surge in Global Smartphone Shipments
In the June quarter, Apple's iPhone shipments stabilize amid a 6.5% growth in global smartphone shipments. Discounts during China’s 618 shopping festival drive market interest, with Xiaomi and Huawei making significant gains. Recent independent research indicates that Apple's iPhone shipments steadied during the June quarter, coinciding with accelerated growth in
Safaricom Leads Kenya’s Advancing 5G Development
Explore Kenya's booming 5G landscape with Safaricom and Airtel Kenya leading the charge, deploying hundreds of sites to enhance internet speeds and connectivity nationwide by 2024.
Advertising Skills Training in Ghana
3 Days OF ESSENTIAL PROFESSIONAL SKILLS TRAINING for: Advertisers, Corporate CommunicationsManagers, Brand Managers & all Marketing Communications Practitioners. DATE: 24TH JULY – 26TH JULY, 2024 TIME: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM EACH DAY VENUE: UNIVERSITY OF GHANA BUSINESS SCHOOL (GRADUATE SCHOOL – LEGON) More information about the training is HERE
Start-up Funding in Africa: H1 2024 Insights and Analysis
The first half of 2024 has seen significant activity in the African start-up ecosystem, despite a notable decrease in total transaction value compared to previous periods. As the global economic landscape continues to evolve, Africa’s start-up scene remains vibrant, presenting both challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors alike. Total
Challenges and Opportunities in E-commerce in Africa: A Deep Dive into the Digital Frontier
The e-commerce landscape in Africa is a dynamic and rapidly evolving arena, presenting both formidable challenges and unprecedented opportunities. As the continent embraces digital transformation, small businesses are leveraging readily available technologies like WordPress, social media, Mobile money and WhatsApp to not only survive but thrive in this burgeoning market.
Innovate Africa Fund Launches with $2.5M to Support Early-Stage Startups
The Innovate Africa Fund has launched with an initial $2.5 million to provide crucial support for up to 20 early-stage startups in its first year. This sector-agnostic fund aims to address complex problems such as insecurity, unemployment, and poverty through purpose-driven technology. Importance of the Fund Since 2019, the African
South Africa Cracks Down on Unlawful Crypto Financial Services
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) in South Africa is intensifying its crackdown on unlawful crypto financial services, currently investigating thirty cases involving individuals or entities offering such services without proper authorization. This action follows the FSCA’s declaration on October 19, 2022, which classified crypto assets as a financial product.