Author: Khusoko

Khusoko provides market insights into Africa's business investment as well as global trends that impact East African businesses.

With 109 events, seven sports and 15 disciplines, the Winter Olympics – live on SuperSport from Friday – promises a wealth of action and excitement. Many of the biggest names in winter sports, among them Mikaela Shiffrin (alpine skiing), Suzanne Schulting (short track speed skating), the Canadian ice hockey team, Chloe Kim (snowboarding) and Natalie Geisenberge (luge), will compete in China across a range of venues with the Beijing National Stadium, the famous Bird’s Nest, hosting the opening and closing ceremonies. Six athletes from Eritrea, Ghana, Madagascar, Morocco and Nigeria will compete in alpine skiing and cross-country events at the…

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Over the past 2 years since the Covid-19 pandemic started, Africa’s economy has contracted by 2.1% and regional growth is expected to be muted in 2022 compared to 2021. Economic recovery and growth are top of mind for countries and many are now realising that accelerated digital transformation is at the heart of achieving this.   Forward-thinking leaders, policymakers and organisations are turning to AI – which is helping organisations experience the equivalent of 10 years of growth in less than one year in areas such as e-commerce. By leveraging emerging technologies like AI, countries can surely drive greater efficiencies,…

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The Teranga Lions of Senegal Wednesday qualified for the finals of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Burkina Faso 3-1. Senegal will now be playing the finals for the third time in their history and their second in two tournaments. https://twitter.com/CAF_Online/status/1489054741577584642?s=20&t=fPq8mp0XeSJj6MrgGaAmjw On the other hand, Cameroon will host Egypt for the AFCON 2O22 semifinals at Olembe Stadium, Yaounde, on Thursday 3rd February 2022. Semifinal broadcast details, 3 February 2022 Thursday 3 February 21:00: Cameroon v Egypt – LIVE on SuperSport AFCON, SuperSport Maximo 1, SuperSport Maximo 360 and SuperSport GOtv Select 2 No rival can compete with SuperSport’s…

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When businesses are looking to expand internationally, several factors are put into consideration before deciding to invest. However, the decision-making process is usually lengthy because more often than not SMEs and entrepreneurs are cautious and prefer to do their due diligence before making the decision. Recently, economists and political analysts have described the current DRC government as one that is keen to establish and implement infrastructure and policies that support the modernization and growth of the local economy. The DRC government has also made a formal application to join the EAC and this was approved at the 18th Extra-Ordinary Heads…

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Cameroon will host Egypt for the AFCON 2O22 semifinals at Olembe Stadium, Yaounde, on Thursday 3rd February 2022. Cameroon put in a powerful display in the quarterfinals to defeat the Gambia 2-0 (thanks to a brace from Karl Toko Ekambi) and continue their dream of winning the AFCON as hosts, while Egypt came from behind to defeat North Africans rivals Morocco 2-1 after extra time, thanks to a goal and assist from key player Mohamed Salah. Cameroon coach Toni Conceicao was happy with his team’s showing in the quarterfinals, but does have concerns over recovering in time for this midweek battle:…

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