Essays about: "technology in Africa"

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1. 1. Exploring the influence of ICT on Financial Inclusion and Mobile Money Services in Sub-Saharan Africa

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för nationalekonomi med statistik

   Author : Noa Almfors; Klara Stenman; [2023-07-10]
   Keywords : Sub-Saharan Africa; Financial Inclusion; Information and Communication Technology; Internet; Mobile Money;

   Abstract : This thesis investigates the influence of two types of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), internet and mobile phones, on Financial Inclusion (FI) and Mobile Money Mobile Money (MM) adoption in 24 Sub-Saharan African countries in the last decade. A unique feature of this research is the incorporation of an index measuring financial inclusion, developed specifically for this study. READ MORE

3. 2. Estimating Photovoltaic capacity using customs data : Model development of the tool NJORD and photovoltaics' characterization and impact on the African continent

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Byggteknik och byggd miljö

   Author : Albin Åbrink; [2023]
   Keywords : Photovoltaic; Trade analysis; Development Goals; Africa;

   Abstract : Photovoltaics (PV) is one of the fastest growing power sources in the world in the last twenty years, being the most installed power source in almost half of the world's countries in 2020. Despite this, precise tracking of installations of PV does not exist in most of the world's markets due to PVs unique scalability and modularity. READ MORE

4. 3. Overstock of aftermarket parts in Africa at Sandvik Stationary Crushing and Screening

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Produktionsekonomi

   Author : Mattias Johannesson; [2023]
   Keywords : Inventory management; Overstock; Excessive inventory; Obsolete inventory; Redistribution; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Title: Overstock of aftermarket parts in Africa at Sandvik Stationary Crushing and Screening Author: Mattias Johannesson Supervisor: Fredrik Olsson, Division of Production Management Background: An increase of customer expectations such as demand for more customizable options, shorter lead times and availability puts more and more pressure on a company's logistical processes. With fluctuating demand, inconsistent lead times and uncertainty around the world, variability is present and adds complexity to the logistical processes and needs to be handled appropriately to lower costs and match supply and demand. READ MORE

5. 4. Improving life situations through scholarship programs - The case of Tanzanian beneficiaries

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Innovationsteknik

   Author : Andrea Häger; Chatrine Carlberg; [2023]
   Keywords : Changemaker; East-Africa; Financial Support; Higher Education; Life Situation; Need-based Scholarship; Professional Life; Sub-Saharan Africa; Tanzania; University; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : The fourth goal of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development regards Quality education, aiming to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all". Globally, enrollment in university education is increasing. READ MORE

6. 5. Evaluation of five hardwood species from Zambia to produce fuel pellets for cooking purposes : Study with a single pellet press including pellet production, post production testing and X-ray examinations

   University essay from Karlstads universitet/Avdelningen för energi-, miljö- och byggteknik

   Author : Annika Silvennoinen; [2023]
   Keywords : Pelletizing; Pellet Production; Wood Species; X-Ray examinations; Pelletisering; Pelletstillverkning; Träslag; Röntgenundersökningar;

   Abstract : 81% of the population in sub-Saharan Africa relies on charcoal and firewood to cover their energy needs for cooking. In Africa charcoal is usually produced by burning tree in a traditional kilns and then the food is cooked with a carbon-fired stoves indoors. READ MORE