BongoHive

27/08/2026

Earlier this week, the top 20 founders in our IGNITE Digital Economy Incubator and Accelerator program dove into a masterclass on Building a Team to Reach Scale. 🚀

As startups scale, strategic hiring, organizational design, and risk mitigation become the ultimate growth drivers. Our cohort gained actionable frameworks on how to build high-performing teams, close talent gaps, and hire for the milestones ahead.

A massive thank you to our expert guest coaches for sharing their invaluable insights, experience, and time with our founders:

•Hillary Sanģ– Founder, Fanaka Technologies
•Milimo Silenga – Managing Consultant, Coachify Solutions
•Lukonga Lindunda – Executive Director, BongoHive

Your guidance is shaping the next generation of scalable tech enterprises!

IGNITE is a GREENTECH4CE project, co-funded by the European Union under the Global Gateway initiative and implemented by BongoHive.

27/08/2026

From Learning the Systems to Becoming Part of the Hive

From a Law degree to Zambia’s leading tech and innovation hub, Tumelo Musole’s journey is a reminder that stepping outside your comfort zone can open doors you never expected.

In her latest BongoHive story, Tumelo shares how curiosity, an open mind, AI, and a willingness to say “yes” helped her navigate an unexpected career transition and discover new opportunities along the way.

Read her full journey here: https://bongohive.co.zm/stepping-out-of-my-comfort-zone-my-journey-into-ai-tech-and-innovation/

26/08/2026

[Women in Tech Zambia] - Proving Your Impact:How to Make SDG Alignment a Fundraising Asset

25/08/2026

We’re proud to see our Co-Founder and Executive Director, Lukonga Lindunda, representing BongoHive at GEC+ Africa 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa.

Lukonga will join a panel discussion bringing together leaders and changemakers shaping Africa’s entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem.

📍 Cape Town International Convention Centre
📅 16–17 September 2026

24/08/2026

Proving Your Impact: How to Make SDG Alignment a Fundraising Asset

Every founder knows which SDGs they align with. But can you prove it in a way that makes funders take you seriously?

Join Patrick Mumbi Ng'ona (Founder - ImpactVisible) for a practical conversation on what investors actually look for in impact claims, how to turn SDG alignment into a credible fundraising narrative, and common mistakes that undermine your impact credibility.

▪️ Date: Wednesday, 26 August 2026
▪️ Time: 18:00 – 19:30 CAT
▪️ Platform: Zoom Webinar
▪️ Format: 60-min panel & 30-min live Q&A

Open to founders, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem builders.

Register here today: https://luma.com/j8a6df8l

24/08/2026

We’re excited to share that BongoHive is among the Top 5 finalists for Startup Investment Readiness Champion of the Year at the Africa Startup Ecosystem Builders Summit & Awards (ASEB) 2026! 🇿🇲

Out of 1,786 nominations from 52 African countries, only five organisations made the shortlist.

🗳️ Vote for BongoHive: https://www.asebs.com/finalists
Voting closes 15 September 2026.

Help us bring this recognition home to Zambia! 🇿🇲

24/08/2026

👋 Hello, Hive!

Another week, another newsletter! 🚀

This week comes with some exciting news: BongoHive has made the Top 5 shortlist for Startup Investment Readiness Champion of the Year at the Africa Startup Ecosystem Builders Summit & Awards 2026! 🇿🇲 And yes, we need your vote!

We’re also celebrating founder wins, sharing Tumelo Musole’s inspiring journey from law to tech, and highlighting how AI and digital skills are helping organisations work smarter.

There’s plenty to catch up on, so grab a few minutes and see what’s happening across the Hive.

📖 Read this week’s newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/BHNewsletter608

21/08/2026

Flashback 💡

Students and faculty from Unicaf University visited BongoHive for an immersive learning experience, exploring our work in innovation, technology, AI, entrepreneurship and coworking.

We appreciate their kind words and for taking the time to experience BongoHive and engage in the hands-on HCD challenge.

20/08/2026

Bold women. Big ideas. Bigger impact.

We’re proud to see our Executive Director, Mr Lukonga Lindunda, take the stage as a speaker at SHE MOVES BUSINESS, presented by When Females Lead.

The event brings together women leaders, entrepreneurs and changemakers for a day of inspiration, networking and meaningful conversations around building impactful businesses.

Lukonga will share insights alongside fellow speakers Mr Dumisani L. Ncube and Ms Ruth Kayira Mooto, contributing to conversations that empower women and strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

📅 29 August 2026
📍 E-Phora by Emark, Agora Village
🎟️ Tickets: K650

A conversation about bold ideas, leadership and building businesses that move us forward.

23/07/2026

We’re pleased to share that our Co-Founder and Executive Director, Mr. Lukonga Lindunda, will be speaking at the upcoming “She Moves Business” event hosted by When Females Lead.

With over 16 years of experience driving innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation across Africa, Mr. Lindunda continues to champion ecosystems that empower founders and build impactful businesses.

We look forward to the insights and conversations he will contribute as part of this inspiring platform dedicated to celebrating leadership, business, and the power of women to shape the future.

Join the conversation on 22 August 2026 at AfricaWorks Zambia.

Meet Our Speaker | Mr. Lukonga Lindunda

We are proud to introduce Mr. Lukonga Lindunda, one of the distinguished speakers for She Moves Business 2026.

A respected business leader with a passion for entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable growth, Mr. Lindunda brings valuable experience and practical insights that will inspire women to think strategically, lead confidently, and grow businesses that create lasting impact.

At She Moves Business, he will share lessons, strategies, and perspectives to help entrepreneurs navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and build resilient businesses in today's evolving marketplace.

Don't miss the opportunity to learn from his experience and connect with other ambitious entrepreneurs who are committed to growth.

📍 AfricaWorks Zambia, Agora Village
📅 22 August, 2026
🎟 Secure your seat today.
📞 +260 971 730 999

Join us for a day of learning, networking, and inspiration as we empower women to move their businesses forward.