How a designer turned her hobby into a niche fashion business Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 May 2014 “We are proud that we can make a product here which is entirely made from Kenyan handicraft.”
Africa’s top six social entrepreneurs of the year announced Published by Stacey Nel on 8 May 2014 Social entrepreneurs are those with innovative solutions to society’s most pressing problems.
Meet the Boss: Mark Stephenson, MD, Sandstorm Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 May 2014 “Be absolutely brilliant at what you do,” advises luxury bag manufacturer.
Kenyan luxury bag company grows from humble roots into the hands of royalty Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 May 2014 Luxury bag manufacturer Sandstorm receives endorsement from Prince George.
East Africa over the next 20 years? Expert shares his thoughts Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 May 2014 East Africa’s star has been shining bright, but what does the future hold for the region?
Africa’s 16 most dynamic and high-growth companies Published by Staff Writer on 6 May 2014 The World Economic Forum has announced its list of sub-Saharan Africa’s global growth companies.
Oil and mining to be the backbone of East Africa’s economic growth Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 2 May 2014 Oil, gas and mining developments could have positive spill-over effects for the rest of the economy.
Why failure is sometimes a good thing Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 May 2014 Sam Gichuru, CEO of Nairobi-based startup accelerator Nailab, says there are many lessons to be learned in failure.
How this Kenyan business is tapping into the organic farming market Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 25 April 2014 Eco Fuels Kenya produces organic fertilisers and biofuel from the Croton nut.
Kenyan doctor shares seven tips on how to succeed against all odds Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 April 2014 Expand your boundaries and be persistent, advises Dr Betty Gikonyo.
Dreaming big is how Kenyan doctor built her own private hospital Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 April 2014 Her medical training stood Dr Betty Gikonyo in good stead to become CEO of The Karen Hospital.
Private equity firm backing affordable housing projects in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 April 2014 “We want to build houses and get supply of houses into this middle-income market.”
Takeaways big business as Famous Brands expands across East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 April 2014 Restaurant company plans to launch its Mugg & Bean coffee shop chain in Nairobi.
Oil discoveries likely to drive demand for hotels in Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 14 April 2014 Local and international hotel brands are growing operations in Nairobi.