Africa has been known as having the second fastest growing mobile market. It is obvious that technology is impacting the lives of many and has allowed Africans to overcome distance and stay better connected with relatives and friends. Due to technology, people found a job, their access to information is better and many have started their own businesses, among which many are technology focused. Clearly, Africa is growing and has refreshed its perspective on ICT. Ever since TTS took the plunge of doing business in Africa, we have witnessed a high response to our solutions Following the above mentions, African businesses have specific needs and there is a specific technology to address their needs.

1. Technology Trends Shaping Africa

2. Mobile money Micro-financing and money transfer from mobile devices.

3. Undersea cables The continent has safeguarded a much needed boost in Internet connectivity.

4. Infrastructure The benefits of being part of an ever-connected world.

5. Solar power Vital to the power-generation strategies in many parts of Africa.

6. Mobile health Offer millions of citizens immediate access to medical equipment and care.

7. Cheap smartphones Devices will be made in Africa-a trend that is already happening in Nigeria

8. Innovation hubs The main purpose is to support the formation and sustainability of startups

9. International tech funds To create and sustain a Silicon Valley-style accelerator model in Africa.

10. Long-term evolution Development of global wireless mobile broadband communication.

11. African businesses have specific needs and there is specific technology to address their needs.

12. Sources • http://www.itnewsafrica.com/2013/06/top-10-biggest-tech-to-shape-africa • http://tts.com/en/blog/9-technology-trends-shaping-africa

13. blog.tts.com