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5 ways to write an engaging value proposition for your website

By Andrew Bourne When it comes to selling newspapers, persuasive and relevant “above-the-fold” content has always been a necessity. The top half of the newspaper—the only part that can be seen from newsstands, is what is commonly referred to as “above the fold.” For newspapers to sell out, this above-the-fold content needs to be compelling […]

Staying ahead of cybercrime is a business imperative

By Ryan Mer It is predicted that there will be 7,5 billion Internet users by 2030 and that more than 111 billion lines of new software code is produced each year. While the growth is exciting, these statistics also outline the number of vulnerabilities open to exploitation. Together with an estimated 96 zettabytes of digital […]

The rapid uptake of 5G and its real potential

In name, it may feel like just one small step from 4G. But the fifth generation of cellular networks is much more than blazing-fast mobile broadband. Research by Nokia Bell Labs in 2020 found that 5G has the potential to contribute $8 trillion to global GDP by 2030, with industries as diverse as mining, entertainment, transportation […]

On-demand delivery is on the rise

By Antonio Bruni On-demand delivery is gaining a lot of popularity as a result of the current business and economic challenges and many businesses are expanding their operations by jumping on the digital bandwagon. To expand their business reach, traditional brick and mortar stores have launched new apps and e-commerce sites. Retailers have also acted […]

Digital 2021: What we can learn from Kenya’s top tech companies

By Francis Wainaina When it comes to digital transformation, there’s no such thing as an overnight success. Businesses that can leverage innovations in technology often take a few years to get the formula right, which can make it a daunting prospect for those still at the start of their digital journey. Luckily, we can learn […]

How to Utilize Video Editing for Your Business

There are many ways to learn how to use video editing to your benefit. If you want to make money with video, you can find many resources online that will teach you how to produce and edit your own video. Use Videos to Attract Customers Many people want to know how to use video editing […]

Why IT and Computer Science Degrees are a Good Choice to be Studied Online

Many students in Africa have been faced with overwhelming challenges in accessing high-quality higher education. Traditionally, degrees have been accessible only on-campus and have been too expensive for less privileged students in Africa, especially from the sub-Saharan region. However, this norm has changed. Thanks to modern e-learning technology, world-class universities worldwide can offer online degree […]

Kenya’s digital journey: Where are we now, and where are we going?

By Tonny Tugee Kenya’s ICT sector has seen a 10.8% average annual growth since 2016, making it one of the fastest-growing tech environments on the continent. This success can be largely attributed to various innovations in our digital space, with the ICT sector on track to creating 250,000 jobs and contributing up to 8% of GDP by the end […]

Managing shadow IT for the benefit of business and employees

By Alexander Moiseev The mix of corporate and non-corporate web services at work is no longer a question – it is a reality. Different departments access numerous specific cloud services, while staff often use social media, file sharing, messengers and different SaaS-tools, because it is more convenient. To be precise, it happens in 92% of […]

13/12/2020
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2020 in Review By Vodacom Group

By Diego Gutierrez This year has been filled with upheaval – disruption across industries, changes to the way we work and multiple challenges to business models globally. While 2020 was filled with rapid change, the Vodacom Group was able to successfully execute various strategic projects throughout our markets. In responding to the global COVID-19 pandemic, […]