Adanian Labs has launched the Adanian Labs Venture Building Program call for startups for 2022. The program invites applications from tech entrepreneurs for the 2022 […]
Rethinking the norm in the built environment
Hanife Ymer, Head of Sustainability at JLL (Middle East and Africa) joined the Tétris Design and Build South Africa team at the Annual GBCSA Green […]
Five Tech Megatrends that can Transform African economies in 2021 and beyond
Richard Li of STEEL Advisory Partners explores five tech megatrends poised to transform African economies in 2021 and beyond. Clean technology (CleanTech) drives renewable energy, sustainability, and green jobs. Educational technology (EdTech) expands access to learning and vocational skills. Healthcare technology (HealthTech) and medical technology (MedTech) strengthen public health and telemedicine. Digital commerce boosts intra-African trade, FinTech adoption, and e-commerce growth. Agricultural technology (AgriTech) addresses food security and urban farming while enabling data-driven productivity. By harnessing these technologies, African nations can accelerate digital transformation, create jobs, and build resilient, future-ready economies.
Johannesburg Business Guide 2026: Economy, Investment and Key Industries
Johannesburg is South Africa’s largest commercial centre. Explore its economy, financial sector, key industries, investment environment, infrastructure and major business districts in 2026.
A Future Option for African Fast Intercity Coastal Transportation
The recent redevelopment and upgrading of Kenya’s Mombasa – Nairobi railway line has revealed a market for faster, affordable intercity passenger transportation services between African […]
Digital Agriculture in Africa: How Technology Is Improving Farm Productivity
Digital agriculture is reshaping African farming through AI, mobile platforms, digital finance, satellite data and market intelligence. Explore the technologies, leading platforms and barriers shaping agritech in 2026.
Trends and Events in Africa 2018
by Johan Burger 2018 has been an interesting year for Africa, with various events and trends becoming visible. 2016 saw the effects of the slowdown […]
Friday@Noon on Manufacturing in Africa: 2018
by Johan Burger The NTU-SBF Centre for African Studies publishes a weekly newsletter on issues relevant to Africa. This paper is based on issues addressed […]
Friday@Noon on Economic Development in Africa: 2018
by Johan Burger The NTU-SBF Centre for African Studies publishes a weekly newsletter on issues relevant to Africa. This paper is based on issues addressed […]
Friday@Noon on Agriculture in Africa – 2018
by Johan Burger This paper addresses events and trends in the agriculture sector in Africa for 2018. It is based on the media articles addressed […]