Startup graveyards aren’t a popular topic, nobody wants to talk about the hundreds of ideas that never make it past the first year. Yet globally, roughly 90 % of startups fail, often within the first few years. Many of these failures aren’t due to bad ideas, but because products were built on untested assumptions. In fact, […]
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As we move deeper into 2025, Zimbabwe’s startup ecosystem continues to demonstrate both resilience and untapped potential, even amidst significant challenges. Reflecting on Q2, there are valuable lessons and emerging trends that founders should leverage to position their startups for growth in Q3 and beyond strategically. A Reality Check: According to the latest 2025 Global
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In today’s world, where the digital divide has brought the concept of innovation to the forefront, it is widely acknowledged across various sectors and organisations that Eight2Five Innovation Hub stands on its unwavering commitment to nurturing innovation, extending its impact well beyond the entrepreneurial domain. The hub’s initiatives to teach tech skills specifically to women
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In the fast-paced world of technology and innovation, Apple stands out as a prime example of success. Over the years, this tech giant has revolutionized multiple industries with its groundbreaking products and strategies. For startups seeking guidance and inspiration, there are valuable lessons to be learned from Apple’s approach. This article explores eight key lessons
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As a tech startup founder, public holidays provide a valuable opportunity to recharge, reflect, and re-energize your entrepreneurial journey. In this blog post, we’ll explore some actionable tips to help you make the most of your public holidays and optimise your startup’s growth. So, put your work aside, and let’s dive in! Disconnect and
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In today’s fast-paced digital world, small business owners need efficient solutions to manage their invoicing, inventory, and track movement of stock and cash across different locations. Fortunately, there are several user-friendly apps available that can help streamline these tasks, saving you time and improving your business’s productivity. In this article, we will explore some of
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In a world constantly driven by innovation and entrepreneurship, the journey of a startup founder is seldom smooth sailing. This includes Uber, the pioneer in the ride-hailing industry, famous for revolutionising the way people travel around cities since its establishment in 2009. In this case study, we will navigate the maze of challenges that Uber
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For a startup to succeed, particularly in a competitive industry like tech, it’s vital to use every tool at your disposal to build a strong, streamlined, effective, and profitable business. According to research, lack of market demand is the primary cause of early-stage business failure, not a lack of motivation or resources. So it makes
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Whether you’re a startup or a well-established business, the goal is always the same: add value to your customers. After all, customers who feel that they receive value from your product or service are more likely to stick around, which means greater customer satisfaction and loyalty. But how can you increase customer value and satisfaction
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Are you feeling stuck in a rut? Do you feel like your startup isn’t going in the right direction? It might be time to pivot. Pivoting is one of the toughest decisions an entrepreneur has to make, but it can also be one of the most rewarding. It occurs when a startup swings from
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