In a significant development for both Zambia's technological landscape and its economy, Starlink has officially launched its satellite internet service in the country. This exciting expansion comes after a year of regulatory and technical preparations, positioning...
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Zambia’s Economic Growth in Q2 2023
The recent release of Zambia's macroeconomic statistics for September 2023 has shed light on the state of the nation's economy in the second quarter of the year. In a year marked by global economic uncertainties, Zambia has managed to maintain a steady growth rate of...
Algerian Union Bank launch in Mauritania — customer demand the risks and opportunities
Algerian Union Bank opens in Nouakchott, adding competition to Mauritania’s thin trade-credit market. Will customers get better prices and access, or promises?
Gorou Banda solar plant in Niger — strategic model how the market shifts for investors
As of 5 July 2023, Niger’s Gorou Banda solar plant is on the grid near Niamey. What it means for customers: access, tariffs and reliability, honestly weighed.
China Grows Global Dominance of the EV Batteries Industry
The shift to electric vehicles (EVs) is undoubtedly gaining momentum worldwide, though the transition depends significantly on the production of reliable and long-lasting batteries that can provide extended ranges for EVs. As of 2021, China remains the dominant force...
Dangote Refinery launch in Nigeria — customer demand what comes next across the region
As of 22 May 2023, the Dangote Refinery is commissioned near Lagos. What domestic refining means for Nigerian fuel prices, supply and access.
Freetown airport terminal in Sierra Leone — strategic model for founders and investors
Freetown International Airport’s new terminal raises Sierra Leone’s gateway capacity. What it means for travellers, pricing, access and consumer-facing
Optimizing Internal Operations using Data Analytics
Coca-Cola is one company that has remained a global giant in its industry because of optimizing internal operations using data analytics. Coca-Cola leverages Big Data Analytics to identify the patterns in the purchases, what suits the people of a specific region,...
Call for Modern Policing Brings Technology to the Fore
President Boko pressed in February 2023 for modern, technology-enabled policing paired with community policing, as crime patterns shift faster than old methods can follow.