Sub Saharan Africa

Would you pick what to wear before checking the weather? Would you start driving somewhere new without getting directions first? In a world where almost anything can be Googled, aquaculture still remains unmapped and unsearchable. The lack of accurate maps increases the challenges of planning and conducting aquaculture field work…

Introduction It’s all clear by now how Africa remains an enormously fertile ground for tech entrepreneurs, global tech giants and venture capitalists looking to tap into the growing and developing economies. There is a significant rise in internet penetration, a youthful and vibrant workforce, and the tremendous opportunities for digital…

By Sandi Ruddick, GSLI Senior Administrative Associate The Global Sustainability Leadership Institute (GSLI) held its third annual (and first in-person!) Texas Sustainability Innovation Challenge (TSIC) final pitch competition on April 29. TSIC is a program and pitch competition designed to prepare the next generation of innovators to create sustainable, world-changing…

by Dan Layug, CFA and Vlad Dugin (Partner at E3 Capital) Gap in infrastructure in Central Africa Despite billions invested, the infrastructural gap in Sub-Saharan Africa has been a natural barrier to social development and economic growth. Today, more than 30 African countries experience power shortages, leading to either expensive…

Food production is essential to the continuing of our race. Little wonder that humans have over time designed newer and more sophisticated tools and processes that make agricultural work as efficient as possible. …

By Todd Moss and Jake Kincer How can international donors better support Africa’s transition to a prosperous low-carbon energy future? And when should donors consider supporting highly-developmental fossil fuel projects? In response to these questions, Nigerian Vice President Yemi Osinbajo recently argued in Foreign Affairs that development finance should remain…

30 January 2022 has started my journey to write about personal finance, visualisations, analytics, and management on Medium. I will be sharing my experiences and views on financial matters and conversations with colleagues about budgeting, real estate, investment, insurance and retirement planning. Guests will share their economic successes and failures…

What are the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are action points adopted by the United Nations to eradicate poverty, preserve the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity for all people by 2030. There are 17 goals in total. These are interconnected to provide a positive balance between social, economic, and environmental sustainability. What is the fourth SDG?