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Real estate is a profitable sector in Sub-Saharan Africa due to the region’s fast-rising population and high demand for accommodation. Already, some investors are making a fortune by pushing up property/rent prices in several cities across the continent, thus making real estate ideal for potential new investors. 10 proven ways Africans can make money investing in real estate But do Africans know the proven ways to make money in the real estate sector? Below are some proven real estate money-making strategies that will help you generate profits. These strategies were culled from several reliable sources, including Investopedia. 1. Long-term Residential…

Fintechs operating in Africa will know that there are no quick wins on the continent. In overcoming the common obstacles in their path, our analysis shows that the most successful African tech start-ups share six common characteristics with features that mirror those of successful global companies, and have also adapted their business models to the unique economic realities and customer needs of Africa. First, given the variability between African markets, it is important that fintechs match their value proposition to the market they are entering. Globally, we have seen fintechs evolving to achieve scale through three major routes. Some start…

Digital manufacturing helps manufacturing companies improve productivity in planning and production processes, in the following ways: Enables product, process, plant and resource information to be associated, viewed and taken through change processes, with a consistent and comprehensive approach to production design Allows part manufacturing processes to be optimized within a managed environment to produce flexible work instructions capable of displaying 2D/3D part information, along with machining and tooling instructions Reduces commissioning costs through simulation by validating robotics and automation programs virtually Helps you create factory models faster and ensure they are operating under optimal layout, material flow and throughput before production ramp-up Supports six-sigma…

To operate machinery, industrial Automation companies use control systems, which help to finish a particular process. Using automation machines, labour usage will be reduced. On the other hand, it also helps to enhance the quality, precision and accuracy of systems. Industries such as mechanical, airplanes, hydraulics, computers and many others have been using the automation. Industrial Automation machines assist to simplify the tasks and they (robots) can be operated in the most dangerous situations where a man cannot be capable to do. This is the reason why they have gained a prominent place in the industries. Here we have listed the…

The spread of solar and other modern energy technologies in African countries is considerably low. Despite the global viability and growth in the solar energy market, African countries continue to lag behind. They represent less than 1% of the market demand for solar energy. The region accounts for only 9% of the global installed capacity of photo-voltaics (PV) which convert light into electricity using semi-conducting materials. The solar PV technology power generation rate rose from 1% in 2010 to just between 3% and 4% in 2013. This is despite the fact that Africa has the best solar resource in the world. Most countries on the African continent…

A strong and stable ICT sector is one of the key drivers of economic success in South Africa. Within this sector, innovation and access continue to increase and businesses are adapting accordingly to become as technologically advanced as possible. During his speech at the State of the Nation Address, President Cyril Ramaphosa said “Revolutionary advances in technology are reshaping the way people work and live. They are transforming the way people relate to each other, the way societies function and the way they are governed”. Technological evolution has always gone hand-in-hand with the advancement of business models, whether it is…

Some of the traditional sports in Kenya include wrestling, racing, hunting and even board games. Football is the most popular sport in Kenya but their national football team has not made that much of an impact in the international stage. Some of the other popular sports in Kenya include basketball, volleyball, rugby union, swimming, baseball and softball. With all of the sport played in Kenya, one in particular has put the country’s name on the map and that is athletics, track and field to be specific. There are a lot of Kenyans who have made a name for themselves such…

One of the best things about sports is the way that there’s something for everyone. The sheer amount and diversity of sports means that people who enjoy many different things can tune in and find a sport that they enjoy. In the last few decades, a new category of sport has joined the likes of baseball, basketball and football: Esports. Esports are video games being played professionally at a highly competitive level. In the same way as you have pros in things like Basketball, there are now pros in a variety of esports like League of Legends, Counter-Strike, Dota 2, and…

The mention of licensing points out the legality status. Unsurprisingly, this is one of the significant steps we recommend our players check before signing up on any platform. But, worry not. We have done the hard work to point you to the top licensed betting firms in Kenya. However, before diving deeper, it is vital to understand what Kenyan law provides on matters of gambling. Is Betting Legal? The straightforward answer to this is yes! Kenya is one of the oldest countries in Africa to legalize all forms of gambling in the late 60s. All this is captured under the…

Realize the human right to food Canada has ratified the UN International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, which gives our government the legal duty to guarantee its citizens the right to adequate food. Yet four million Canadians, among them 1.15 million children, have trouble putting food on the table. This problem is far worse in northern and remote communities, where, in Nunavut, for example, two-thirds of children are food insecure. What government can do: Through Canada’s Poverty Reduction Strategy, work with provinces and territories to improve social programs to ensure there is an income floor below which no one…