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Innovation on the Rise: Exploring the Value Creation Challenge Incubation Program

We recently had the privilege of being hosted by the UK Ambassador to Zimbabwe Her Excellency Melanie Robinson at a special induction event for the Top 10 Value Creation Challenge finalists.   The event brought together partners, finalists, and professionals from various businesses. The Value Creation Challenge (VCC) Incubation Program induction kick-started with the top …

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Value Creation Challenge sparks startup success

The Value Creation Challenge (VCC), an initiative of the Eight2Five Innovation Hub powered by Old Mutual that targets innovative start-ups and small business owners across the country, has announced the top ten finalists who will advance to the next phase of the program. The program’s goal is to prepare entrepreneurs for success through business development, …

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AWS User Group-Zimbabwe collaborates with Old Mutual’s Eight2Five Innovation Hub to launch a portal for the user community

In collaboration with the AWS User Group Zimbabwe, the Eight2Five Innovation Hub, powered by Old Mutual, launched a portal for the Zimbabwean Amazon Web Services (AWS) user community. The launch of the platform coincides with the growing global adoption of AWS by startups, businesses, and developers. AWS’s improved cloud capabilities are anticipated to produce a …

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A glimpse into Eight2Five’s October events

Eight2Five Innovation Hub powered by Old Mutual has impacted over 12 000 entrepreneurs through training and programs, with the mission of providing an enabling environment for innovation and entrepreneurship for the startup and SME community. We’re excited to share some of the highlights from our October adventures here at Eight2Five. The hub has been a hive of …

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5 current opportunities to consider for your startup

Africa’s fate depends on innovations that address the continent’s most critical matters while also creating products that appeal to the global market. To that end, accelerator programs facilitate and enable the transformation of home-grown solutions into global powerhouses. Various governments and organisations, including Eight2Five Innovation Hub, powered by Old Mutual has since introduced accelerator and …

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The September event highlights at Eight2Five Innovation Hub

 Eight2Five Innovation Hub powered by Old Mutual brings the September event highlights. The article unpacks all the month’s updates on activities at Eight2Five. In the September Edition, you will read about the StartUp & Entrepreneur MeetUp sessions, the in-depth branding lessons, and a lady’s empowerment boot camp among other things.  Branding 101 Series Business success …

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5 current opportunities to consider for your startup

There is a growing need for funding and support for startups and entrepreneurs across Africa. Investors around the globe have shown interest in providing that support for the advancement and development of innovative startups that show traction and potential to scale up. Unless you try to identify and pursue opportunities when you need them, your …

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Old Mutual’s Eight2Five partners with four tech startups for innovative solutions

Eight2Five Innovation Hub is focused on creating a modern, professional, and energetic work environment to stimulate the creativity and productivity of innovative and entrepreneurial businesses and their teams. As they say, “behind every successful startup is an amazing team.” Realizing that startups are responsible for new innovation, and increased economic development, Eight2Five Innovation Hub developed …

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Eight2Five Innovation Hub celebrates first year anniversary.

Eight2Five Innovation Hub celebrated its first year anniversary on Friday last week. The event was held both in person  and live on Facebook to reach a wider audience. It was a vibrant evening with live performances, an awards ceremony and a few interesting activities. As Eight2Five celebrated a year of innovation, creativity and good relationships, …

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