Five things to know about tech start-up funding in Africa Published by Tom Jackson on 15 January 2016 African tech start-ups received a total amount of funding in excess of $185.7m in 2015.
African private equity in 2016: What effect will the global economic climate have? Published by Kate Douglas on 14 January 2016 Currency risks have impacted investment into African listed markets, but what does it mean for private equity on the continent?
Q&A: PR player shares how the industry in Africa differs to elsewhere Published by Kate Douglas on 13 January 2016 ‘Particularly in Africa, it simply isn’t enough to rely on the media to influence your stakeholders.’
Start-up snapshot: Helping domestic cleaners help themselves Published by Justin Probyn on 13 January 2016 Domestly is an app that aims to connect domestic cleaners with clients.
What islands can learn from Mauritius about tourism and entertainment Published by Vanessa GB Gowreesunkar on 13 January 2016 Mauritius has adapted to tourists’ more sophisticated demands by diversifying its offering to them.
Lagarde calls for diversification of Central Africa’s resources Published by Moki Edwin Kindzeka on 11 January 2016 Lagarde says Central African member states need to diversify their economies, promote regional integration and the free movement of people and goods.
Start-up snapshot: South African estate agency charges fixed rate and works till 10pm Published by Kate Douglas on 7 January 2016 “The housing market, driven by South Africa’s economic outlook, is the biggest risk. However we believe our value proposition is attractive both in bull and bear markets,” says Marcél du Toit, co-founder of Leadhome.
Meet the Boss: Phyllis Wakiaga, CEO, Kenya Association of Manufacturers Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 January 2016 Phyllis Wakiaga tells us about what keeps her up at night.
Private equity firm discusses Ethiopia pharma investment Published by Jaco Maritz on 6 January 2016 UK-based private equity firm 54 Capital has entered Ethiopia’s pharmaceutical market through an investment into Addis Pharmaceutical Factory.
Start-up snapshot: Boosting milk yields of small-scale dairy farmers Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 6 January 2016 Entrepreneurship comes with many ups and downs, says Graham Benton, founder of LishaBora Hydroponics.
How microcredit has hurt the poor and destroyed informal business Published by Milford Bateman on 5 January 2016 After 1994 the microcredit movement helped plunge large numbers of black South Africans into heavy debt and poverty while enriching a few white elites who provided the loans.
PR in Africa: The next frontier? Published by Kate Douglas on 5 January 2016 We speak to a number of PR agencies operating in Africa to find out what is driving the industry, and how it differs to elsewhere.
Opinion: Renewable energy a win-win African investment opportunity Published by Bertrams Lukstins on 5 January 2016 The renewable energy sector is gaining traction in many African countries.
‘It’s better to stick with what you know,’ says restaurant entrepreneur Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 4 January 2016 Obado Obadoh, founder of Kenya’s Café Deli and Delicatessen, shares his business journey.