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Oftentimes modern construction suffers because there are still many required processes that are paper processes (think change orders, work tickets, etc) and furthermore, compliance is a non-negotiable requirement. With even simple innovations such as digital management applications, wecan reduce the amount of time and loss due to managing the work site. Additionally, AI interventions can provide first-pass (pre-human) evaluation for things that obviously need fixing, again improving construction throughput without sacrificing quality.I personally don’t live in Africa or know enough to make an educated statement on the construction industry as a whole. However, catching up is often quite difficult without both preexisting financial capital and the minds to make it a reality, and so I think African born technology companies would make a large impact.

Ifueko Igbinedion

Doctoral Student @ MIT

Thanks for your kind words and for this question Joshua.This is an area I'm passionate about and I've been opportune to coach young adults on this, talking about one's lifework and career development. Concerning being multi-passionate, you're right, all passions may not be unveiled at a time, one could lead to another. However, the principal anchor in this regard is to discover an overriding purpose that all passions hinge on. For example, I am passionate about human development, youth development and life skills. All of these passions and expressions are contained within my purpose of raising young people and moulding minds. Imagine not been clear on what to use the passions for or even my gifts and abilities, it would be like disarray, doing many things without focus and direction and eventually a case of abuse and misuse.Starting out, don't be rigid. We evolve in seasons. However, know the connection of each season/passion/expression within the grand scheme of your lifework and purpose. I would rather suggest that one owns his/her life outcomes as against external circusmstances/'fate'This resource will come in handy as well, check it out https://abrahamowoseni.com/joinlhc

Dr. Abraham Owoseni

Educator @ Covenant University

Drink a lot of water Eat a lot of fruits wash your face at least twice a day Moisturize after each bath Use warm water Use allergen-free moisturizing soap Use a humidifier Avoid bleaching creams / creams with harsh chemicals

Priscilla Ofosu Mensah

Bridal Makeup Artist, Makeup Educator, Makeup Special Effects (Sfx) @ Vogue by Prylla

What is the duration of your preferred exit/ROI when you invest? - 7-10 years (although we might sell a % shares earlier to lock profits in secondary markets) What are the top 5 criteria you consider when investing? * Large Market Size * High Quality of team * Really painful Problem / real market need * Distribution/Acquisition Channel * Simple business model Since your journey investing, what has been your biggest mistake and lesson learned? * Not sure I''ve made a big mistake yet, but we''re still early and mistakes are part of the journey * My biggest lesson is the quality of the team matters most, so invest in quality founders that I can see myself working for. What are top sectors you have invested in? * Fintech * Crypto * Education * Just done a deal in social commerce (TwoCents Exclusive) As a startup, what should i think of or put in place before contacting an angel investor or VC? *Have a product, show you can build something and have some users I understand the risk of investing in start ups, how do you react when a startup you invested in does not produce good returns or fails? * I expect at least 70-80% of my investments to fail As an aspiring venture capitalist, what is are the steps in being one and your general advice? * Start a startup and learn from the experience * Try writing an investment thesis/memo on a company that hasn''t raised money and why you would invest in them, check out opentraction.com for sample investment memos

Yele Bademosi

Investor @ Microtraction

The most amazing things about Skill Haven are; We have created tangible impact in the mushrooming crypto space in Uganda. Some people who have been part of our education programmes and events have picked up crypto/blockchain focused careers like crypto content creators, journalists, writers, Web3 developers, influencers etc The other most interesting thing about Skill Haven is that we are the only crypto & Blockchain Education focused start up in Uganda.Skill Haven has various programmes and we've reached out to over 500 participants in our education programs through open public events/meetups and personal encounters. I can't point out the most amazing thing but people are making great strides in the crypto & blockchain space and that is our ultimate pride.

Ainomugisha Barry

Co-founder & director @ Skill Haven - crypto Start up

I think these social media tech giants are right because at law; where ever there is a right , there is an obligation. Though there is enormous efforts by stake holders in recent years to protect freedom of expression online and offline every one (digital citizens inclusive) owe each other the obligation not to abuse these rights . For instance defamation; with the advent and impact of the internet, and particularly social media networks, it is easier than ever to publish content to a very wide audience in no time . Therefore article 17 of the ICCPR provides for the protection against unlawful attacks on a person's honour and reputation as section 19(3) of same ICCPR equally makes reference to the rights and reputation of others as a legitimate ground of limitation of these rights of freedom of expression. Reputation is the underlying basis in any claim of defamation or libel . Most countries have domestic legislations with varying consequences relating to acts that constitute defamation and libel . Other acts that may limit these rights are; breach of Privacy ; Harrasment(cyber bullying) and hate speech. Not all speech is protected under international law and some form of speeches are required to be prohibited by states. For example; Article 20 of the ICCPR provides as follows; (1) Any propaganda for war shall be prohibited by law . (2) Any advocacy of national, racial or religious hatred that constitutes incitement to descrimination, hostility or violence shall be prohibited by law . Reference could equally be made to Article 4 of the International Convention on all forms of Racial Discrimination requires that ; the dissemination of ideas based on racial superiority or hatred as well as acts of violence or incitement to such acts against any race or group of persons of another colour or ethnicity must be declared an offence punishable by law . Hate Speech provisions under international law is distinguished under 3 different categories which is as follows ; (1) that which must be respected. (2) that which may be restricted (2) that which is lawful and subject to protection.

Dr Arrey Collins

Human Rights & Humanitarian Lawyer @ Avocats Sans Frontieres Humanitaires du Cameroun

I'm not sure I understand your question but I'm just going to go ahead and answer what I can interpret. First off, all big things start small. It's all about intentionality, If you're building a company, it has to have products or services that solve a problem. Beyond that, you have to find a way to monetize it. There are different monetization strategies available depending on what you're building. To get people to buy it you have to market/sell it. Alongside this, you need to hire good people and build the right systems that ensure they're able to do their best work. Depending on the type of company you're building, you'll face a couple of challenges like regulatory pushback, infrastructural limitations and keeping the lights on. Generally, constant experimentation along the way and focus are valuable traits to have.

Daniel Adeyemi

Senior Writer @ TechCabal

The preamble of the African Charter enumerates a list of basic Human Rights norms that must be applied by every state party. In a bid to bridge the gap between human and People's right and the protection/preservation of different cultural values in Africa , the Charter ensured the creation of the African Commission on Human and People's Rights from its Article 30 et seq. Article 62 of the charter compels each member state to submit every 2 years a report on the legislative or other measures taken to ensure rights and freedoms recognised and guaranteed by the charter. Hence in cases of those African countries that still maintain a strong attachment to long standing cultural practices that violate human rights, article le 61 of the charter stipulates that; once such cases are brought before the commission, considerations as subsidiary measures will be made to determine the principles of law , other general or special international conventions, laying down rules expressly recognised by member states of the Organisation of the African Unity, African practices consistent with international norms on human and People's Rights, customs generally accepted by law, general principles of law recognised by African states as well as legal precedents and doctrine .

Dr Arrey Collins

Human Rights & Humanitarian Lawyer @ Avocats Sans Frontieres Humanitaires du Cameroun

I don't think your worry should touch on the originality of your domestic statute (your privacy act). What is most important is wether this particular legislation meets up with standards provided by international law in protecting of privacy . For instance the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, The African Charter on Human rights, The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, The European Convention for the protection of human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms etc.. It is equally very important to note that no domestic legislation on rights protection exist in "limbo" ; inspiration must be drawn from some where , but what matters most is ; principles governing that statue must not fall short of universally accepted international standards.

Dr Arrey Collins

Human Rights & Humanitarian Lawyer @ Avocats Sans Frontieres Humanitaires du Cameroun

How many fishers will be ready to tell you, fishing at large scale is very profitable? How many even in your environment will consistently encourage and mentor you to gain more. The role of an engineer, beyond his analytical sense and political ambitions is that of developing substantial growth even low scale. As a computer engineer (that's how you ought to be addressed even by yourself: the consciousness of who you are) no one hinders you from developing programs and tools to solve issues in your community. Renewable energies utilisation could be part of it. Have you ever thought of how in coaction with other engineers around you, you could mobilise waste resources in Buea to make it active? What of developing plants which will assist the women along the Muea market to easily wash their fish for example? What of extension to use streams, to generate electricity for Student hostels or automation of water plants in student hostels. Your question shows you have interest in solving Education and Health issues? What plans have you taken towards that? If you do consistently, the same funding agencies will come to you, then we could assess your loyalty to solve Africa's problems with your skills. The earlier we stop the blame game, the better. You might also want to host a session which people who share interest in your field. This particular session comes from a public demand to elucidate with persons having interest in renewable energies.

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