Power privatisation: Kenya case study Published by Africa Oil and Power on 5 May 2016 In our series on privatisation in Africa, we look at the recent experiences of five nations in their missions to increase electricity supply. This week we look at Kenya.
Former Citi banker sees opportunities in agribusiness financing Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 April 2016 Ivan Mbowa, co-founder and CEO of Umati Captial, talks about his company.
Industrial real estate in Kenya – poised for take-off? Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 April 2016 Stakeholders argue that industrial property has often been overlooked as an investment opportunity.
Why most Kenyans don’t shop with their mobile phones Published by Staff Writer on 25 April 2016 Some 95% of Kenyan consumers still pay with cash in a retail environment, while only 12% make use of mobile money, and just 2% use credit or debit cards.
Top designer finds new home in East Africa following European economic crash Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 April 2016 ‘We were making large profits but suddenly in 2008 the European economy crashed and Ireland was badly affected.’
Kenya got oil: what next? Published by Apurva Sanghi and Harun Onder on 21 April 2016 Has Kenyan oil been overrated?
Kenyan golf resort development popular among women buyers Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 21 April 2016 At the foothills of Africa’s second-highest mountain, Kenyan developer Ronald Ndegwa is building a multimillion-dollar leisure development targeted at high-income buyers.
How this French smartphone company is luring consumers in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 14 April 2016 Strategies for competing in a cutthroat market.
Tech company changing the way aid organisations operate Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 April 2016 ‘I have an MBA, but I learnt more in the first two months of running this business than I did in business school,’ says Matt Berg, CEO of Ona.
How Sharon Njavika commercialised her DIY hair-care products Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 4 April 2016 Going into business was a ‘very haphazard decision’ for Sharon Njavika.
Footwear company discusses the opportunities it sees in Kenyan market Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 April 2016 ‘We see potential in Kenya’s shoe market, but to capture the opportunities we will need big money.’
How Zucchini Greengrocers found its niche in fresh produce Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 29 March 2016 Kenyan retailer adding more products to become a ‘gourmet store’.
Manufacturing solar panels in East Africa: Rising demand, but challenges remain Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 March 2016 ‘If I told my wife I am going to set up another solar factory somewhere in Africa, she will either divorce me or kill me,’ says Haijo Kuper, MD of solar panel maker Solinc.
Kenyan fruit juice maker sees potential in children’s market Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 24 March 2016 ‘Some 50% of the population here are young people – that is an opportunity.’