The defining challenge of our times is climate change. No country is immune from the dramatic planetary shifts that are producing everything from droughts and massive hurricanes to widespread crop failures and scarcities of freshwater. The centrally located and landlocked nation of Zambia is no exception. Record levels of drought over the past two decades have created regions of food insecurity in many areas. In the past two years, some 2.5 million Zambians have faced severe food shortages. Zambia does have some natural advantages to work with, however. For example, it holds 60% of south-central Africa’s freshwater resources. Local authorities…
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Proptech is an area that has been increasing in popularity over the past few years. While still not quite as big business as fintech, proptech is beginning to come into its own. The term proptech can be used interchangeably to describe either technology used within the real estate market, or start-ups developing new and innovative solutions for the global property market. Ryan Mahoney (Dubai, UAE), works within the property industry and as such has been keeping a keen eye on proptech developments around the world. In a post-pandemic world, the global real estate market is booming. New technologies were implemented…
The UK is one of the world’s leading economies, and London has been ranked as the best city to live in. Despite being an expensive place to live in, the city of London appeals and lures in people from different parts of the world. This has led to immense growth in the real estate business across all the boroughs of London. With the increase in the number of residents, the demand for new-builds and other property types is developing with every passing day. The cost of renting or buying a home is one of the most significant aspects of living…
It has become common practice for companies to give their workforce benefits or ‘perks’ to keep them motivated and loyal to the company. The benefits an employee receives can include not only health insurance and a pension but also a Death in Service benefit. Here are just a few frequently asked questions about this particular kind of benefit. What is Death in Service cover? Providing a stable financial future for close relatives or family is one of the main concerns people have. This is why it can be an especially good idea for employers to offer Death in Service cover.…
20-year-old delivery specialist strikes partnership with ambitious courier network company Jag Express – one of the leading courier specialists in Cambridge – has officially been acquired by Viso Logistics. After spending 20 years building a reputation as a quality cross-border delivery firm in South England, Jag Express has now become the first company to join Viso Logistics’ new national network. The acquisition is part of Viso’s ambitious plan to assemble a system of independent courier and delivery service companies right across the UK. By joining the network, Jag Express will have access to best practices across the group, leveraging best-in-class…
Having a good credit score can give you access to a range of financial benefits. You can get offered higher credit limits, lower interest rates and have more negotiation power when it comes to finance, or credit offered. But it’s important to also know which factors affect your credit score and the negative implications they may have. If you’re looking to take out a new loan or apply for credit, you could consider the below pointers before you put your application in! Payment history One of the most important factors that affect your credit score is your ability to meet…
As time goes on, the way things are conducted change. Whether this is to keep up with changing times or to reinvent the way things are done, industries must adapt, evolve, and innovate. Something that is no stranger to change is shopping habits. In 2020, the Office for National Statistics reported that consumers spent around £436 billion. Significant change has been demonstrated in consumer behaviour and subsequently retail — ranging from technological advances to consumer expectation. In this article, we’ll look at the different shopping habits consumers have experienced over the years. The Dot Com Explosion The UK is home…
In this day and age, going to the bank for a loan is not your only option. There are many ways in which you can acquire alternative financing to make sure you get the money you need. Whether it is for a time of crisis, you need some extra cash to keep you ticking over or any other situation in which extra money is required, it is essential that you are informed in regard to the various monetary options available in today’s market. Invoice Finance If you are unfamiliar with this term, this is a fairly simple construct to get…
Who’s Adrian Fox? How Fox Foundation and Dr. Fox Are Helping the People of the Bahamas? Dr. Adrian Fox is a local Bahamian and also Co-founder of Island Luck. He’s an amazing person and an entrepreneur who’s known to work for the better future of his people. He has expanded philanthropic endeavors to empower the weak Bahamians. Even though he’s a successful person, he knows the value of hard work and the necessity of empowering youth through a good education system, and the reason is in the past of Adrian Fox. He was born on 12th January 1969 and completed…
Statistics reveal that revenue from e-commerce in the United States amounted to 431.6 billion USD during 2020. This revenue is expected to increase to 563.4 billion USD by 2025, according to the Statista Digital Market Outlook. Although an online business has the potential to reach consumers anywhere in the world, the state in which the LLC is based can have a significant impact on its growth and success. Before we dive into deeper detail about which states are the best for an e-commerce LLC, we need to first answer the question: “What is an LLC?” The Really Great Information Company…
