71point4 – Numbers2life

A world where data drives development

Our Vision

71point4 is a data science consulting firm

We work across the data value chain to answer questions that matter, and equip others to do the same.

Data Engineering

We design and build data pipelines to extract, consolidate and prepare data for analysis.

Data Analysis

Starting with raw underlying data extracted at source to performing analysis and building insights, we draw on our extensive experience to bring numbers to life.

Making Meaning

Our work drives decision-making, shapes policy and reshapes the way our clients see the world.

Training

We offer data literacy and data science training courses to help unlock the value of data.

Featured projects

Deep-Dive Study on Farmer Service Centres (FSCs) in Kenya

Agriculture, Financial inclusion

Understanding FSC business models, with a focus on assessing the role of finance and digitisation in FSC business operations

Employment Equity Data Dashboard

Employment

The dashboard displays the Employment Equity data submitted by designated employers to the Department of Labour between 2013 and 2021.

Waste to Value research: Black Soldier Fly

Agriculture

Pre-feasibility study to understand the potential scale of small-scale, low-tech black soldier fly (BSF) farming in South Africa

The small vehicle delivery driver market: Fast, fickle and full of potential for employment

Employment

Understanding the potential for the delivery driver market to unlock economic opportunities for young South Africans

CAHF Bottom 40 Dashboard

Housing

Identifying B40 households and assessing their housing need

Understanding Rwanda’s Affordable Housing Sector