Author: Okii Eli

If you own a start-up, you spend all your time and energy keeping afloat and trying to grow. It can be exciting, challenging and exhilarating. In the first stages of growth, it’s possible that you do pretty much everything on your own or with a close-knit group of colleagues. There’s probably no money for external parties to help with the workload. But at some point, you’ll have to admit all the work is too much to handle yourselves. And maybe then it’s also time to admit that you can’t do everything – some things you might be great at, but…

Whether you want to print envelopes for business or personal use, you’ll be able to save a ton of money by printing your own envelopes instead of opting for a printing service. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about envelope printing so you can start right away. Things You’ll Need to Print Envelopes Here’s a quick overview of everything you could possibly need to start printing your own envelopes. A Computer with MS Word Installed The first thing you’ll need to design your envelopes is a PC with MS Word installed. MS Word has some standard…

The life of any of us is connected with the deadlines, and it is not only about work. We have studied popular time management techniques and decided to share with you those that will help you work under strict time limits and keep up with everything. Planning One of the main tasks is to defeat prostration. There are many ways to fight it, one of them is planning. It will help to critically assess which projects will bring more efficiency, instead of taking on everything that comes into your hands. This way, you can better organize and manage your workday.…

There is a good chance that you may have once played one of the virtual games with friends at one point or another. Virtual sports have been around for years, though they were recently introduced in online sports betting. You see, many game console developers have usually depended on virtual sports games for years. The good news is that you can play these games in the comfort of your home. This article explains what you need to know about virtual sports. People watch the same games Any game that you watch online is usually played just once and everyone watches…

Underneath the tension of overpopulation, community core-cities seek new modes to maintain things in order. These innovative alternatives are wrapped in the modern smart city idea. A digitalized city adopts technology, IoT systems, connectivity and builds a wise network that collects and changes information to conquer the challenges raised by the urban environment. This gradually builds the necessary channels to incorporate different cities and finally, create smart territories. Additionally, the effects of COVID-19 in communities has brought to light serious issues regarding unequal living conditions. For that reason, Antonio Gutteres, general secretary of The United Nations, highlighted the need to…

The coronavirus has turned the supply chain on its head–in more ways than one. Consumers have quickly adjusted their buying habits as they stay home with friends and family instead of going out to dinner or jetting off on vacation. Businesses that used to sell retail clothes now suddenly find themselves scrambling to stock up on sports and recreation equipment as millions of Americans change their summer plans. Demand has skyrocketed for online grocery orders, sanitary supplies and other items that aren’t meant for social contact in recent months. Demand has even fluctuated within the food industry. Customers are suddenly…

Whether you do it because you have to or you want to, there are benefits of working at home. For instance, it might help you avoid your commute each day. But that also means it’s your responsibility to motivate yourself and get as much out of your day as you can. Staying productive and accountable will help you work from home better. Stay on Track by Saving Time Having a simple to-do list can keep you motivated and productive. As you put the list together, think about long-term goals, such as finishing a big project, as well as smaller goals,…

Wondershare develops a variety of video software for its users worldwide and one of its advanced software is FilmoraPro that has startled everyone with its good video editing features yet available at a quite reasonable price.  The new FilmoraPro, from wondershare is basically a professional video editing software that not only provides value for money but it is also quite flexible in use, and not to mention it meets most of the video editing expectations of people. In particular, the customizable features of this software are congruous with demands of professional users as it is geared towards providing advanced editing…

Despite the huge number and variety of online stores, sometimes it is harder to buy goods from them than from an offline point of sale on the other side of the city. Often this happens because the store site is designed incomprehensible and uncomfortable for the user. When the owners of an eccommerce site do it “to their liking”, without taking into account the user experience, it turns out unpleasant, but a very common story: the site is, there are good products, and orders are not.  In fact, the average online store is not so difficult to understand the expectations…

AppCake is a well-known name, especially among jailbreakers, given that it used to be a well-known tweak for installing IPA files onto the iPhone or iPad. At one time, that was the only way we could do this, but things have changed in recent years. Now that jailbreaks are thin on the ground, many App developers have made their tweaks available outside of Cydia, and AppCake is one of those tweaks. What is AppCake? It is a free iOS app platform for installing unsigned IPA files to the iPhone or iPad. Until now, Cydia Impactor was the best way of…

Would you agree that we live in one of the most exciting times in history, ever? Of course, every century has its challenges, but technology—especially the internet—has transformed how we live, shop and work. Regarding tech, a popular topic is security. When last did you check whether you’re practicing safe online habits? Let’s summarize the 10 most important tips to stay secure online these days. Proper Passwords Please! Experts mention this often: passwords. You need to pick different passwords for different websites you register on. Why? Because, if you only use one, all your accounts can get hacked if a…

Technological advancements changes our lives and impact the economy in more than one way. They are not only about upgrading existing equipment, introducing modern tools and software or simply adjusting to a new reality but are also means of adapting strategy to better address consumer needs as their behavior, heavily influenced by technology, continues to evolve. An essential and effective way to make a brand more competitive in this world is the use of mobile apps. Leading the way The main principle behind adapting technologies based on mobile solutions for business purposes is the need to be where the customers…

School can be regarded as the best or even terrifying years of our lives. It’s amusing to note how you transit from being a child till you’re a teenager and a lot of our lives are spent staying in school, getting through the drama, finishing your homework and the usual play-time problems. High school can be quite challenging, especially when you reach senior year. You’ve so much to decide and possibly one of the biggest challenges you ever need to take is trying to figure out where are you going to go from here? If you currently are in a…

API is considered the Application Programming Interface and it is a software interface that permits a couple of applications to have interaction with one another minus a user intervention. APIs proposed a product or service that has communication with other items and services minus knowing their implementation. On the other hand, a web service is considered an accumulation of open standards and protocols that are used widely to exchange data between applications of systems. Some software applications get written through the use of different programming languages and they run on several platforms and it provides users the flexibility to use…

To get a good job, you need to have the experience for which it is necessary to work. So where should you start? Students are looking for employment to continue studying, gain independence from their parents, or prove to themselves that they are worth something. As it often happens, not all dreams come true. How to learn if you have a busy schedule? Is it possible to find a balance? What Is More Important? Naturally, not all lecturers will be glad that you found a job. Of course, many of them will welcome your desire to gain financial independence and…

The legality of online gambling is ambiguous, as there no well-defined legal framework, while some states in the United States allow online wagering while others do not allow. Laws are amended over time. This gives a chance to people to indulge in these gambling websites and play with cryptocurrencies. When a person visits a website and pays money for playing games like judi online over there, which results in an outflow of more money or loss, that situation is referred to as online gambling. There are different kinds of games which could lead to financial loss, and many of them…

It’s hard to believe we are racing ahead into a new decade, but 2020 is mere days away. The 2010s will certainly be remembered for some great leaps forward when it comes to technology. Indeed, consider that as we entered the start of the 2010s nobody had yet heard of an iPad, Uber, Twitch TV or Instagram, whereas today those things are commonplace. In the iGaming industry, i.e. the online betting and gaming industry, there were incredible achievements too. Most notably, the rollout of live dealer casino games, which effectively created a whole new subsection of the industry. But what…

Lots of modern innovations have made the business world more efficient and productive. One such invention is ringless voicemail technology. This tool, which is also referred to as a voicemail drop, allows you to send a recorded audio message to someone directly to their voicemail inbox. Most people in sales and marketing use this to promote their products and services. You can even send one message to several clients, like a blast, which gives you time to focus on following up on those who reply to your voice note. You can use ringless voicemail by itself or supplement your advertising…

The banking industry on a global scale is currently leveraging off the concept of automation to drive growth and cost efficiencies. While it has been met with a mixture of scepticism and hope, ultimately the concept of automation, when done right, has a transformative power. McKinsey says that once the growing pains have been dealt with, banks will be in a much stronger position through their ability to innovate and disrupt with the new capabilities gained through automation strategies. Andrea Tucker, Research and Development Head at e4, a fintech software specialist, says that while the future of banking in South…

The cryptocurrency market is among the most vibrant and continuously growing areas in the financial sector. However, with the fast growth, navigating through the crypto market can be a bit stressful for traders and casual investors as they try to keep with the unpredictable changes. Technology advancements have come in to make trading easier and more manageable, especially with the invention of crypto trading robots like Bitcoin compass, which have come in to make trading more manageable, and protect traders from emotional trading, thus increasing their returns. You can check out this site to learn more about the bots and…

There has been a lot of talk about social media listening over the past several years, but what exactly is it? Social media listening isn’t literally listening to anything. It’s much deeper than that. It’s using a system for monitoring the information that exists about a brand online. If you’re a business owner, you probably want to know what others think about your products and services.  What’s amazing about social media listening is that you can obtain comprehensive information that can provide the guidance you need to take your brand to the next level. Depending on the tools you choose…

Networking hardware is also known as network equipment, and these are key electronic components in an office because they mediate communication and interactions between the devices on your computer network. Specifically, network hardware handles data transmission. There are a wide variety of different types of networking devices, including data center equipment. Data center equipment includes file servers and storage areas. There are also routers, modems, wireless access points, and hybrid network devices. If you’re operating a business, one question you may have is whether or not it’s a good idea to go about saving money on quality network equipment by…

Mettā has selected 5 startups into its third fashion product lab cohort powered by HIVOS East Africa after a rigorous multi-phase selection process. Mettā Nairobi, in partnership with HIVOS East Africa, will bring the five fashion startups to Nairobi for its third bootcamp programme – Fashion Product Lab 3.0, an 8-week intensive program helping entrepreneurs in the fashion industry launch their brands into local & international markets and develop new & diverse product lines. The 2019 cohort will have the opportunity to engage with high-profile speakers, experts, mentors, and a global network of support throughout the program as well as access…

The Cell C board has appointed Douglas Craigie Stevenson as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Craigie Stevenson was appointed as interim CEO in March this year. In a statement, Kuben Pillay, Chairman of the Cell C Board said, “In the past five months, Douglas and his team has led the company to improved financial stability, sound business ethics and good governance, better operational performance and has established a path to sustainability. His permanent appointment was unanimously approved by the board and we are fully behind his efforts to lead Cell C.” Craigie Stevenson joined Cell C in October 2017, post the…

Solaris Offgrid has received an R&D Grant from Efficiency for Access, with funding from UK Aid to work on a standardized ecosystem that facilitates the integration of Paygo devices with a wider range of appliances. The firm has also joined the Low-Energy Inclusive Appliances (LEIA) Programme Technical Working Groups (TWGs) for Interoperability. Funded by the Department for International Development (DFID), and coordinated jointly by the Energy Saving Trust and CLASP, the research and innovation programme LEIA aims at providing the off-grid industry with innovative technologies that have the potential to unlock life-changing energy services for the world’s poorest people. In…

Kobo360 Inc, an ‘Uber’ for trucks in Nigeria has raised a $6 million equity investment led by the IFC with participation from others including Silicon Valley investors WTI, YCombinator , and African institutional investors Cardinal Stone Partners, Chandaria Capital, and TLcom. Western Technology Investment and Nigeria’s Verod Capital Management participated in the round. In June this year, Kobo360 raised $1.2 million in pre-seed funding round soon after being accepted into the YCombinator class of 2018. According to Philippe Le Houérou, CEO of IFC, “IFC is committed to supporting the digital economy and young entrepreneurs in Nigeria and across Africa. IFC’s investment in Kobo…

Samsung Electronics East Africa and the Kenya@50 Secretariat will erect a LED Digital screen at KICC and digital billboards across the country to mark Kenya’s 50-year celebrations. The billboard at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre will promote the monumental building as the regional premier meeting centre and will also showcase the county’s culture, the people and businesses. According to Sports, Culture and Arts Cabinet Secretary, Dr. Hassan Wario, “Every sector in Kenya has a unique story to tell, and that fits into the country’s 50th anniversary. This is a great opportunity for citizens, private sector, investors, the tourism industry among others, to…

In every country there are greater institutions of learning that produce the next entrepreneurs that change the world and just like Stanford University in California and Kenya is no exception. Kenya being in the front end of technology in Africa has grown its human resource base with brilliant and intelligent graduates making into tech each and every year. JKUAT Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Might be the leading tech developers and techprenuer institution. It’s YCombinators of the best in technology in Kenya. The campus has produced market leading developers like Okii the founder of Echorest ,Savykenya ,Maina Imani…

Impressed with her ability to make a 3-minute animation film within just 10 hours during a competition, Seppan.com, a software company, offered then 13-year-old Sindhuja Rajaraman a job of chief executive officer (CEO) of the firm, making her the youngest CEO in the world. Now at the realm of , Seppan.com, a software company based in Chennai India, Rajaraman is a class 11 student at the Velammal Matriculation School also in Chennai. She developed a passion for art and animation from her father a freelance caricaturist. She tried her hand in animation while she was 11 years. In Class IX,…

Startups failure in Africa is mostly linked to lack of funding, space, mentorship and team’s ability to execute but a number of hubs and accelerators want to end that across the continent by providing working space, mentorship and even the required cash to accelerate the startups. Okii Eli, CEO and Co-founder Echorest lists a few in this first piece on getting entrepreneurs out of their living rooms to work with their peers, network, get mentorship and even get funded. The list is random and is a part one of a three-part series many of the incubators and accelerators are yet…