Tech in Africa

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During the 2010s, the “Africa Rising'' narrative -- brought about by unprecedented economic growth during a period of relative political stability -- saw many multinational companies either enter the continent or expand their existing operations. Despite their considerable heft, however, many have struggled to compete with local companies. (Photo: WSJ)

BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

What Can the World Learn from Africa’s Approach to Tech and Innovation?

And, outside of the broad picture, there are examples of African companies using digital transformation in exciting and innovative ways. Within these examples...

BUSINESS TODAY

Residents in a rural area using smartphones. One of the countermeasures to address rural decline is for tech companies to recognise that talent can operate from anywhere and provide employees the option of working from anywhere. (Photo: OneAcre Fund)

BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

How Tech Firms Can Reverse Talent Drain in Rural Communities

By Andrew Bourne, Regional Manager, Africa, Zoho Corporation For decades, companies, especially tech providers, have followed a certain operational pattern. They start out...

BUSINESS TODAY

Tech in Africa

What Can the World Learn from Africa’s Approach to Tech and Innovation?

How Tech Firms Can Reverse Talent Drain in Rural Communities

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