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Drones in a Pandemic: Poised to Take Over the Gig Economy?

October 27, 2020

Jeremy Walker

  Key Judgements   The FAA granted Amazon its part 135 air carrier certification serves as a landmark in the future use of drones. The third company to receive such accreditation, with Alphabet and UPS the other two, these ‘Big Three’ companies will almost certainly set the market standard in drone technology and use. It’s highly likely that this will impact the Gig economy following widespread adoption when the FAA and other aviation authorities publicise regulations for drone usage. Last-mile…

The Future of Tech Startups in DRC

April 24, 2020

Jesutimilehin Akamo

  This article seeks to examine the importance of tech start-ups in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Despite the instability, a fraction of DRC’s young population invests their energy in technology. They aim to solve problems in agriculture, finance, human resource, and so on. Regardless, the government does not offer enough support. Foreign investors show interest in assisting them through events and competitions. This article highlights a few challenges they face, and how it affects their future.    …

Drones in Africa: Potential for Life and Death

April 9, 2020

Eren Ersozoglu

  Key Judgements   Drone technology continues gaining ground in the African continent. An invigorated emphasis to boost cooperation between African nations will enhance the capabilities and cyber-humanitarian reach that drones will bring. Among capabilities, the capacity for drone warfare in a continent experiencing various armed conflicts is certain to become relevant. Malawi has launched Africa’s first drone academy. By 2021, they expect the academy to train 150 students to build and pilot drones to a professional standard. Rwanda has…

AI in Africa: Fourth Industrial Revolution or Thorn in the Horn?

April 6, 2020

Eren Ersozoglu

  Artificial intelligence is part of a technological development that will heavily impact humans in the very near future. This development is labelled as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, a combination of AI, Internet of Things, blockchain, 3D printing and other enabling technologies will in a short space of time revolutionise the human experience. The adaption of this revolution could be extremely beneficial for Africa. Unfortunately, there are some worrying realities that must urgently be addressed to avoid Africa falling behind,…

How Repurposed Tech could Fight Corruption in Developing Countries

March 20, 2020

Louis Tayler

      Key Judgements: Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain technology are democratising technologies that have the potential to assist with anti-corruption efforts; Any counter for corruption is only as strong as the weakest link: IoT and blockchain is far from a panacea, and has its own ways in which it can be exploited, if improperly implemented; IoT and blockchain have yet to completely disrupt other sectors. It is immature technology requiring further development and thought.     Government…

An African Space Industry Renaissance

March 4, 2020

Eren Ersozoglu

    A boom in the African space industry is increasing the potential for a game changer on the continent. This potential has and is likely to continue manifest in multiple improvements for African industries and infrastructure.   $3 billion has been invested in African space projects since 1998.   Egypt is now the host country for an African Space Agency, with the operations set to kickstart this year.   The African Space Industry Report 2019 Edition assessed $7 billion…