Archive for the ‘Uganda’ category
Tech entrepreneur talks about the highs and lows of running a startup in Uganda
How we made it in Africa talks to Ugandan-based entrepreneur Titus Mawano.
Entrepreneur explains why he launched a water transport business on Lake Victoria
EarthWise Ferries is restoring water transportation services in Uganda.
East African SMEs need to do more to meet the expectations of foreign investors
“Entrepreneurs need to show very specifically what their plan is,” says Walter Lamberson, a partner at Open Capital Advisors.
African economies must reflect our problems, says Ugandan pharma firm CEO
“Our factory will help to bridge this huge margin of exclusion that Africa suffers from in pharmaceutical manufacturing.”
Uganda’s oil deposits 40% higher than earlier believed
Uganda’s oil deposits are 40% higher than earlier believed.
Uganda’s tech industry needs less of the same, says expert
Albert Mucunguzi, founder of Uganda’s PC Tech Magazine, talks to How we made it in Africa’s Dinfin Mulupi about the state of Uganda’s technology sector.
Investing in East Africa 101: Eight things investors should know
East Africa’s profile as an investment destination has improved significantly in recent years with foreign investors and multinational companies setting up base in the region.
East Africa’s ride to Middle Income status
The day when Kenyans will board a train to Kampala with perfect confidence that they will reach their destination comfortably, reliably and fast, is the day you will know that the region is firmly on the Middle Income track.
Easier to be a market leader in Africa than India, says Mara Group MD
Dinfin Mulupi interviews Ashish Thakkar, MD of Uganda-based Mara Group, about entrepreneurship and doing business on the continent.
Entrepreneur watch: Baking bread the Dutch way, in Uganda
Dinfin Mulupi chats with Renee de Pater, an entrepreneur from the Netherlands that co-founded BBROOD, a Dutch bakery with outlets in Uganda.
A new dawn for rail transport in east Africa
Rail transport, which stakeholders believe has the potential to transform the economies of east Africa, has for years been characterised by poor infrastructure and inefficiencies.
Nigerian and Ugandan stock exchanges could become more investor friendly
Nigeria’s Stock Exchange will soon be completing a revamp that will see it relax restrictions on price swings, adopt the Nasdaq platform, open into US trading hours and allow short selling.
Why consumer goods firms should look at Uganda, Ethiopia and Kenya
Rand Merchant Bank has identified Uganda, Ethiopia and Kenya as potentially good investment destinations for companies focused on the African consumer.
East Africa to see slowdown in economic growth
Bloomberg last week reported that Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda had outlined plans to increase spending on roads and power plants as they struggle to maintain economic growth.
Ugandan seed company focusing on more than just profits
In just seven years Victoria Seeds managed to grow from nothing to one of the largest seed companies in Uganda. How we made it in Africa talks to Josephine Okot, founder and managing director of the company.
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Looking to enter Francophone Africa? Why Senegal might be a good option
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Six things business people should know about Ghana
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Kenya’s peaceful election should boost business confidence
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Tenacity required to succeed in the Nigerian market
at May 2nd, 2013
