by Axum | May 21, 2024 | Digital Infrastructure and Innovation, Knowledge and Learning Ecosystems, Projects
Emerging technologies (e.g., AI, big data) are driving the 4IR and have a critical role in addressing Africa’s challenges and accelerating agendas. Several challenges (e.g., infrastructure, skills, governance, policy) must be addressed to fully leverage the potential...
by Axum | May 21, 2024 | Knowledge and Learning Ecosystems, Projects, Social Inclusion and Governance
One of our partners’ goals was to spur Africa’s transition to a circular economy. However, there existed an opportunity to support the organization in building its capacity to profile, develop, and coordinate the implementation of circular economy opportunities. A...
by Axum | May 21, 2024 | Capital and Investment Mobilization, Climate-Positive Development, Projects
Currently, there is limited funding available for small and mid-scale commercial and industrial renewable energy projects in Southern Africa. Axum was engaged to establish and manage a renewable energy debt fund sponsored by various stakeholders. We supported by...
by Axum | May 21, 2024 | Knowledge and Learning Ecosystems, Projects, Social Inclusion and Governance
Historically, international media has marginalized voices from the global south, leading to biased perspectives and limited representation. Yet, empowering underrepresented communities in the film industry presents an opportunity to promote diversity and inclusion in...
by Axum | May 21, 2024 | Economic Resilience and Transformation, Knowledge and Learning Ecosystems, Projects
Youth in Africa face significant skills gaps and limited access to economic opportunities, a challenge rooted in systemic issues such as inadequate educational infrastructure, mismatched skillsets, and limited vocational training. One of our projects is a Technical...
