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Nigerian Election: The Catalyst for a Continental Catch-Up

As countries across the continent look to mitigate the impact of the oil crash, the recent Nigerian election could catalyse the country's efforts to play catch up with its more diversified neighbours.

West Africa’s Mining Outlook : Business as Usual in the Midst of Crisis

Golder Associates, a major player in consulting for the international mining industry across Africa, comments on how Ebola is affecting West Africa's mining landscape

SA’s Power Crisis: How Analytics Can Change the Game

Many companies such as SAS are looking towards technology and energy management solutions in order to help Eskom keep South Africa's lights on

Tigo Becomes Biggest 4G Network Operator in Tanzania

Tigo Tanzania has launched a brand new 4G LTE technology that will make it the biggest and fastest Internet network in the country.

Nigeria: A Government that Hits the Ground Running

Judging by the bold and substantial plans of the new President-elect of Nigeria, the country is gearing up for change in the month leading up to the formal handover of government.

Oracle Academy and Raspberry Pi Foundation Launch Weather Station Project for Schools in Africa

Oracle Academy and the Raspberry Pi Foundation today officially launched Oracle Raspberry Pi Weather Station for Schools.

Bridging the African Infrastructure Gap: Politics or PPPs?

Craig Metherell of RisCura discusses the African infrastructure gap; an issue which is not just limited to less developed regions of the continent.

Top Tips for those Looking to Invest in South Africa’s Franchise Sector

Gerrie van Biljon, Executive Director of Business Partners Limited, explains why South Africa's franchise sector is an attractive investment opportunity for entrepreneurs.

First-ever Indian Pavilion to Appear at SA Industry and Technology Fair (INDUTEC)

India will add its own innovative flair to this year's SA Industry and Technology Fair (INDUTEC) with its first-ever national pavilion at the show.

Why Businesses Should Not Be Intimidated By Data Governance

Antionette Van Zyl of SAS discusses the ways in which businesses can plan for and execute data governance.