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Women in Energy: A passion for building “Brand Africa”

 Currently pursuing a PhD in business administration-strategic management, Phyllis Engefu Ombonyo, director for business development at the National Environment Trust Fund (NETFUND) in Kenya, has put her B.Sc. computer science and engineering and MBAstrategic management to good use in serving the development needs of diverse communities in the African region.   Under her leadership in 20142016, NETFUND conducted an aggressive.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 29th August 2016

Tanzania: Tech Helps Tanzania to Discover More Gold Reserves

 The use of geographical information system (GIS) technology in gold exploration in Tanzania has led to the discovery of large deposits near the Bulyanhulu goldmine in Kahama.   This was revealed at a recent workshop organised by Kenya-based firm ESRI Eastern Africa, which has a presence in Tanzania, to showcase the latest GIS technology used in prospecting, exploration and extraction.   "Using the technology, we have.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 29th August 2016

Solar plant contributes to Kenya's energy grid

 In the Kenyan coastal city of Mombasa, a children’s village popularly known as SOS children’s home, has a solar energy generating plant that contribues to the country’s national grid. The channeled energy is giving electricity to the local populations during times of power outrages. .... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 29th August 2016

Solar Lighting Could Create 2 Million Jobs in Developing Countries

 A shift to solar LED systems and away from fuel-based lighting in the developing world may spur economic development as well as environmental improvements, creating an estimated 2 million solar-based jobs in some of the world’s poorest regions.    A survey of major solar LED lighting companies, conducted by Evan Mills at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab), found that 38 solar-related jobs are created for.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 29th August 2016

Heritage Circle taps affluent Africans’ growing demand for prestige brands

 Online retailer and members’ community Heritage Circle is celebrating the sophistication and achievement of high-net-worth African men by positioning its retail experience as inspirational over transactional.   Described as a modern lifestyle destination for African Gentlemen, Heritage Circle sells a number of curated luxury brands including Kilian fragrances, leather goods by Ghurka, fitness equipment from Hock, Luca.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 29th August 2016

Africa: Japan to Grant Africa Sh1trillion for Infrastructure

 Japan has pledged Sh1 trillion ($10 billion) for infrastructure development in Africa.   Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said another $500 million will be channelled through international agencies to support health initiatives in the continent and combat epidemics.   The PM also pledged to initiate reforms in the United Nations Security Council and have an African country get a permanent seat in the body by.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 29th August 2016

Tanzania: Dodoma Move Seen As a Blessing for Businesses

 Dodoma — The fresh determination by the government to move from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma has brought a fortune to businesses, taxi operators and middlemen.   Several stakeholders confirmed to the 'Daily News' yesterday that things were well and good on their part after President John Magufuli affirmed recently that his government would completely establish its base in the region within the next four years.   His.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 29th August 2016

Xerox iGen 5 press available in South Africa

 For too long, print service providers needing to deliver high-quality, high-margin brochures, posters or photo books have been held back by time, labour and even colour constraints. This has all changed with the launch of the new Xerox iGen 5 press, which is now available in South Africa. What sets the iGen 5 apart is the fact that it offers users access to a gamut-extending fifth colour. This will dramatically increase their ability to.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 29th August 2016

South African company investing millions in Maine's paper industry

Sappi Fine Paper North America is investing $25 million on new equipment at the company's Skowhegan wood yard in a show of faith in a troubled paper industry.   The mill's managing director says the investment shows the South African company is committed to Maine for the long term. The move follows a $60 million investment in equipment and environmental safeguards put into the mill since 2011.   Maine's longstanding papermaking.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 29th August 2016

Hans Fouche & South Africa’s I Makers Lab Collaborate, Put Cheetah 3D Printer to the Test for Industrial Designs

 There are numerous large-scale 3D printers within the industry currently gaining traction, but I dare you to find one that’s offered up a more interesting resume already than that of the Cheetah 3D printer by Hans Fouche. While his passion today is obviously 3D printing and the construction of the hardware on a massive scale, a sense of gifted art and design—even sometimes a bit zany, a bit surreal—has seeped in from the.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 29th August 2016

Hans Fouche & South Africa’s I Makers Lab Collaborate, Put Cheetah 3D Printer to the Test for Industrial Designs

 There are numerous large-scale 3D printers within the industry currently gaining traction, but I dare you to find one that’s offered up a more interesting resume already than that of the Cheetah 3D printer by Hans Fouche. While his passion today is obviously 3D printing and the construction of the hardware on a massive scale, a sense of gifted art and design—even sometimes a bit zany, a bit surreal—has seeped in from the.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 29th August 2016

South Africa: Trade and Industry Committee Held Colloquium On Local Public Procurement

 The Portfolio Committee on Trade and Industry held a successful two-day colloquium on Local Public Procurement.   The Committee looked at policy instruments advancing industrialisation with specific focus on localisation and designations as they relate to Local Public Procurement. Committee Chairperson, Ms Joanmariae Fubbs, emphasised that industrialisation is central to government's plan for radically transforming the South African.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 29th August 2016



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