Talking Business: Investing in Uganda Published by Staff Writer on 30 November 2015 Fatma Abubakar, country manager of DHL Express, shares her thoughts on doing business in Uganda.
MTV Africa boss shares seven tips for business success Published by Staff Writer on 26 November 2015 ‘Don’t ever rest on the laurels of what you created today because there is always somebody else trying desperately to create more, do something better,’ says Alex Okosi.
Ranked: The top luxury brands in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 23 November 2015 A look at New World Wealth’s annual study of the top luxury brands.
Nigerian job placement technology entrepreneur wins Anzisha 2015 Grand Prize Published by Staff Writer on 19 November 2015 The Anzisha Prize is thrilled to announce this year’s winner of the grand prize in the fifth year of Africa’s premier award for youth entrepreneurship, Chris Kwekowe, founder of Slatecube.
Entrepreneurship in South Africa: more than one approach needed? Published by Staff Writer on 19 November 2015 As South Africa’s growth rate remains stubbornly slow, companies across the country continue to trade cautiously – having a knock-on impact on SMMEs operating in diverse sectors.
Five trends shaping banking in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 19 November 2015 Mike Vacy-Lyle, CEO of FNB Business, shares key banking trends.
Six tips for young entrepreneurs to overcome common challenges Published by Staff Writer on 16 November 2015 Young entrepreneurs typically face exceptional challenges getting businesses off the ground.
Talking Business: Liberia’s post-war progress challenged by commodity price drop Published by Staff Writer on 10 November 2015 Interview with Akwasi Aninakwah, DHL Express Liberia country manager.
Talking Business: Examining Guinea’s business environment Published by Staff Writer on 9 November 2015 Amedee Assomo, DHL Express country manager, discusses business trends and untapped opportunities in Guinea.
Africa the ‘New China’ when it comes to appetite for retail Published by Staff Writer on 2 November 2015 “However, while there are increasingly more opportunities, businesses and investors need to look at each market individually before expanding, as there is no one-size-fit-all strategy for the African market.”
Drivers get a motorbike: The Ugandan with a clever model for e-commerce delivery Published by Staff Writer on 28 October 2015 Daniel Mukisa has developed a strategic business and employee remuneration model that has helped his e-commerce delivery service grow quickly in Uganda.
Trends shaping pharma industry in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 23 October 2015 As growth in developed markets stagnates, companies in the life sciences and healthcare market are increasingly looking for growth in Africa.
Young Tanzanian switching on rural areas with solar energy Published by Staff Writer on 21 October 2015 ‘Electricity supply is really important for the development of a country. Without electricity, New York or Johannesburg would just be villages.’
How M-KOPA sold solar systems to over 250,000 low-income customers Published by Staff Writer on 19 October 2015 M-KOPA’s success so far is due to a combination of innovative technology, an effective rural distribution system, a compelling value proposition, and a strong focus on customer care.