Motorola is making a confident comeback in South Africa, rekindling nostalgia while introducing modern innovation that speaks to today’s tech savvy consumers. For many South Africans, Motorola sits in the same hall of fame as Nokia and Sony Ericsson. While those brands have faded from the global stage, Motorola has remained active and continues to...
The inaugural Session of the Zimbabwe-Zambia Bi-National Commission (BNC) entered its second day in Harare, bringing together ministers from both countries to strengthen bilateral cooperation and explore new areas of collaboration. The Ministerial Meeting follows discussions by senior officials who co-chaired the preparatory session, focusing on reviewing progress under existing agreements. The ongoing talks cover...
Cassava Technologies’ rollout of GPU-as-a-Service across Africa is a major infrastructure step. It brings high-performance compute closer to users. As a result, both regional tech companies and governments can benefit in clear, practical ways. Benefits for regional tech companiesFirst, lower latency improves application performance. This matters for real-time AI, video analytics and autonomous systems. Furthermore,...
Entrepreneurs across Zimbabwe, South Africa and the wider SADC region face many challenges that slowly lead to failure. Businesses rarely collapse overnight. It often starts with small mistakes, poor planning and a weak understanding of the operating environment. Poor Planning and Weak Business Models Many start businesses with passion but no plan. They do not...
Aliko Dangote’s visit to Harare and a signed MoU for roughly US$1 billion is a major development. The proposal covers a pipeline, power generation and a cement plant. If implemented, it could change Zimbabwe’s industrial landscape. First, the clear benefits. A cement plant would cut import dependence for a key construction input. That can lower...
South Africa’s rand held steady ahead of the mid-year budget review. This calm reflects investor anticipation of a stronger fiscal picture. Economists expect improved revenue collection. They also expect growth forecasts to be trimmed. Both outcomes matter for business planning. First, the immediate market effect is likely to be positive. A healthier fiscal stance can...
The recent spike in violence and the fuel blockade in Mali poses a serious risk to business and trade across the Sahel and neighbouring economies. The disruption is not a local problem. It affects transport corridors, supply chains, and investor confidence across West and parts of North Africa. The immediate impact is on logistics. Tanker...