Recent Namibian oil discoveries have brought the country to the attention of major global oil companies, with implications that the country may be due for a significant oil boom in the coming years, as outlined by Energy Capital & Power, an Africa-focused global investment platform for the energy sector. This optimistic outlook was reflected at the Namibia Oil and Gas Conference held at the Mercure Hotel in Windhoek in mid-August 2023. Vertiv was proud to join the conference as a Gold Sponsor. Vertiv, which is placing a strategic focus on the local mining and other key industries in Africa, presented…
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By Christopher Saul, Territory Sales Lead for East Africa at Red Hat Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to become the most prolific and impactful technology trend in the world today. Its adoption by businesses has more than doubled since 2017, with the average number of AI capabilities organisations use also increasing. It’s a trend Kenya is starting to embrace. Kenya has been ranked fifth in Africa on the government’s readiness to incorporate AI in public service delivery. The country is also home to several promising startups that are transforming industries with AI-powered solutions, ranging from healthcare platforms that offer real-time…
By Veerakumar Natarajan, Country Head, Zoho Kenya For most businesses, the most common goal is expansion. However, for many organisations, there are barriers to this being feasible because of the fiercely competitive business landscape. While this competitiveness is great for economies, the objective for companies wanting to grow should be to strive for growth at scale to increase their revenues without a significant influx of additional resources. One of the most crucial starting points for growth at scale is to focus on customer experience (CX). CX can be defined as the comprehensive range of a customer’s cognitive, emotional, sensory, and…
Uncover the unsung heroes of the football world: groundsmen. Dive deep into the meticulous care and dedication that goes into maintaining pristine football pitches and stadiums that make every game a spectacle to behold. The Unseen Heroes: A Look into the Lives of Groundsmen in Football In the grand theatre of football, where passion, skill, and excitement play the leading roles, the unsung heroes often operate behind the curtains, tirelessly ensuring that the stage is set to perfection. These heroes are none other than the dedicated groundsmen, the custodians of the lush green carpets that grace the beautiful game. The…
As global warming and its adverse impacts intensify, the global community has acknowledged the urgency of reducing carbon emissions to mitigate climate change. A study done by Climate Policy Initiative estimated that the sum of investments committed to addressing climate change amounted to around $480 billion per annum between 2011 and 2022. At the heart of these environmental efforts is climate financing, which involves the provision and allocation of funds aimed at mitigating the effects of climate change. These projects encompass research and development, capacity building, and technological innovation to facilitate the creation of a more sustainable and greener environment. Climate financing…
Tecno has launched the Camon 20 Series Mr Doodle Edition – a new addition to the popular Camon 20 Series designed in collaboration with the graffiti artist Mr Doodle. The phone adopts the moon phase color changing technology, combining Mr Doodle’s graffiti paintings with Camon 20’s unique 3D design. The back cover absorbs light during the day time and releases it as fluorescence at night, allowing the phone’s back to display Mr Doodle’s graffiti works. The unique design of Camon 20 Series Mr Doodle Edition makes it a fashion icon during the day and an eye-catcher at night, making it a true…
CloudHop and Cloudflare have launched a strategic partnership to provide distribution of technology solutions that will enhance cyber security using advanced measures to protect digital assets and user data across Africa. During the launch at a Nairobi hotel, CloudHop Chief Executive Officer, Keval Shah stated that, “The launch of our distributorship with Cloudflare represents a significant milestone for CloudHop and Africa as a whole, Cloudflare’s industry leading solutions will enable our clients to thrive in today’s digital landscape.” The collaboration brought together various IT industry peers and leaders in the African technology scene who are committed to providing technology solutions…
Bitcoin mining is the process of adding new transactions to the Bitcoin blockchain, a public ledger of all Bitcoin transactions. It involves solving complex mathematical problems known as “proof-of-work,” and in exchange, miners are rewarded with newly minted Bitcoin and transaction fees. This guide will take you through the steps to become a Bitcoin miner, focusing on the crucial elements you’ll need to consider. Source: CoinDesk The Prerequisites: What You’ll Need Before You Start Hardware Requirements – CPU Mining: This was the original method but is nearly obsolete for Bitcoin due to its inefficiency. – GPU Mining: Graphics Processing Units…
In response to the devastation caused by the recent floods in Libya, Binance will airdrop BNB worth USD $100 to all Binance users who have completed Proof of Address (POA) in Libya. Identification of the users will be based on POA completed before 11th September 2023 across the country. Users who have completed POA before 11th September 2023 will each receive $100 in BNB directly in their Binance account. For any existing user who completes POA after 11th September 2023 and before 30th September 2023, we will donate $25 in BNB directly to your Binance account. Furthermore, all active transacting…
In a resounding testament to its unwavering commitment to bridging the digital divide across Africa, Liquid Intelligent Technologies South Africa, a subsidiary of the Cassava Technologies conglomerate, has clinched not one, but two prestigious accolades at the highly acclaimed GovTech 2023 event. These awards serve as a resounding affirmation of Liquid’s vision for a digitally connected future that leaves no African behind. The first feather in Liquid’s cap at GovTech 2023 is the Africa Award, a distinction that acknowledges the profound impact the company has made on the lives of countless Africans through its innovative ICT solutions. Central to this…