Kenya: East Africa’s Tech Capital

Kenya: East Africa’s Tech Capital

The country has a world-leading FinTech industry, with a growing ecosystem of start-up entrepreneurs   “New investors are arriving in Kenya every week to seek partnerships with the country’s tech talent in its 50-plus innovation hubs”   Almost three years...
Rwanda’s future world of work

Rwanda’s future world of work

Rwanda needs to address issues of education and equality before it can embrace the rise of digital technologies   The Rwandan government aims to create 1,5-million jobs by 2024 under the National Transformation Agenda   Rwanda is considered a revolutionary...
Why invest in Rwanda?

Why invest in Rwanda?

The country has a widely acknowledged record of more than two decades of strong economic growth, including a three-and-half-fold increase in per capita income.   Effective governance has been key to Rwanda’s success, with accountable political and inclusive...
The day the pandemic saved a business

The day the pandemic saved a business

“We Africans are resilient and mentally prepared. And we support each other through tough times. Every  entrepreneur needs a network of people who will support and mentor us through the roller coaster of business life.”   When COVID-19 shut down Tamburai Chirume’s...
The Dilemma of COVID-19 in South Africa

The Dilemma of COVID-19 in South Africa

Developmental issues can only be solved through a deep commitment to empowerment at a fundamental level to restore dignity, build national pride and maximise the use of the country’s assets.   “Unemployment is not just a consequence of our low-growth trajectory; it is...