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On-the-ground business intelligence in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), since Februay 2026.

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The Digital Marketplace Revolution Across Africa

Africa's digital marketplace landscape is experiencing unprecedented growth, transforming how millions of consumers shop and how businesses reach their customers. From Cape Town to Cairo, entrepreneurs and established retailers are leveraging technology to overcome...

Digital Assets and Software: IP in Africa’s Digital Economy

Digital Assets and Software: IP in Africa’s Digital Economy

The Digital Shift and the Rise of Intangible Business Assets Africa’s digital economy is expanding faster than any other region. Even traditional sectors are adopting digital platforms, apps, software systems and cloud-based operations. This transformation has created...

The Mirage of Followers: Why Virality Isn’t Stability

The Mirage of Followers: Why Virality Isn’t Stability

The social media era seduces businesses with big numbers: 100,000 followers, a million views, trending hashtags. These numbers sparkle like treasure-but too often, they’re fool’s gold. Virality may bring fleeting applause, but it doesn’t guarantee sustainable sales,...

The Day the Lights Woke Us: Turning Setbacks into Media Sovereignty

The Day the Lights Woke Us: Turning Setbacks into Media Sovereignty

In an era when social media feels like the pavement beneath everyone’s feet, it’s easy to believe it won’t disappear under you. But time and again, businesses are learning the hard way: when platform rules shift, access to followers, content, and reach can vanish in...