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Innovation in a black tie

..As one of the most exciting and significant bi-monthly networking sessions for people in IT and Telecoms, The Innovation Dinner Series brings together decision makers and top-flight speakers to discuss burning issues in the ICT Industry.- ITNews Africa
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G|Uganda Recap

Google's G|Uganda Conference held at Kampala's Speke Resort Munyonyo. On September 1st Kampala saw the kick off of Google’s gUganda, which was held at ...
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A Global Passport for Innovators

This morning Erik Hersman and I had a conversation about all the innovation spaces turning up across Africa. We agree that it’s incredibly exciting to ...
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Your Client Just Asked for What?!?? Price Negotiations for Beginners

You’ve got a few sites under your belt, and potential clients are starting to call you instead of the other way around. Congratulations! Now, how ...
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Advice for Freelance Developers: Getting a Better Contract

One of the most frustrating things about working with young entrepreneurs is seeing each one run into the same problems again and again. If you’re ...
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No Connection? No problem! Practical Advice for Freelancing From Cybercafés

When my web development firm was just getting off the ground, we didn’t have an internet connection in our apartment. I would develop entire sites ...
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Appfricast 11 - Natalie’s First Day

Natalie’s First Day. Appfricast has a new co-host and her name is Natalie Kimbugwe! Natalie will be joining us week-after-week to discuss the latest in ...
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Appfricast 10 - Ten Years Strong

Ten Years Strong. James Wire of Linux Solutions discusses how technology use in Africa has changed over the the ten years he’s been a successful ...
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A Breakdown of the Costs of Doing Business in Africa

The goal of this article is to provide insight for those of you interested in starting businesses in Africa. I’ll break down all the ...
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Martin Fisher on KickStart

KickStart is a nonprofit that develops and markets new technologies in Africa that help local entrepreneurs to establish small businesses. Founder Martin Fisher recently ...
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