Zambia: A fintech success story that began at a market in Kitwe Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 November 2024 The founders of eShandi strategically opened a small branch near the largest market in Kitwe.
Zambia: The entrepreneur who sold her house to build a fintech business Published by Jaco Maritz on 22 November 2024 Chilufya Mutale and her husband-turned-business-partner risked everything – their savings, their house, and their cars – to launch their venture.
Nigerian entrepreneur identifies an opportunity in pharmacy sector Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 November 2024 Mobolaji Ajayi is the founder and CEO of Nigeria’s Purelife Pharmacy, a business offering pharmacy and primary healthcare services through both physical stores and an online platform.
Why this German invested in Tanzania’s first commercial apple farm Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 October 2024 German-born entrepreneur David Runge spotted an opportunity in apple farming in East Africa.
How this Japanese entrepreneur started an e-motorbike business in Ethiopia Published by Jaco Maritz on 12 October 2024 In 2021, Japanese entrepreneur Yuma Sasaki moved to Ethiopia to establish Dodai, an electric motorcycle company assembling its bikes locally in Addis Ababa.
Three South African factory bosses to watch Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 October 2024 These three South African entrepreneurs have navigated the complexities of manufacturing to build thriving ventures, with their products ranging from high-end coolers and industrial piping to innovative pet treats.
The problem with farming as a side hustle in Ghana Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 October 2024 Ghanaian entrepreneur attributes his previous farming failures to his lack of day-to-day involvement, or what he calls absentee farming.
Ghana: Entrepreneur builds rice brand to over $1m in yearly sales Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 September 2024 Entrepreneur Nana Owusu-Achau is the founder of Agro Kings, a Ghana-based company that produces the Nana’s Rice brand.
The South African entrepreneur who found opportunity in plastic pipes Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 September 2024 After making a three times return on his previous venture, South African entrepreneur Kgomotso Lekola spotted a gap to manufacture heavy-duty plastic pipes.
From Kenya to Ghana: Where this investor sees Africa’s best opportunities Published by Jaco Maritz on 4 September 2024 Nimrod Gerber is the managing partner at Vital Capital. The firm invests in sectors including food, healthcare, infrastructure, and water.
The businessman who sold Ethiopian teff pasta to Italians Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 August 2024 Investment-banker-turned-entrepreneur Yonas Alemu is the founder of Lovegrass, a food company making products from the Ethiopian super grain teff.
South African CEO competing in multi-billion dollar pet food industry Published by Jaco Maritz on 10 August 2024 The global pet food industry is estimated to be worth over $125 billion. Tapping into this vast opportunity is South African-born Nhlanhla Dlamini, the founder and CEO of Maneli Pets.
There’s global demand for Ghana’s shea nuts: This CEO saw an opportunity Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 August 2024 Entrepreneur Dora Torwiseh has tapped into the growing demand for shea butter, which is used a variety of food and personal care products.
From Zurich investment banking to building a recycling company in Kenya Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 July 2024 Entrepreneur Keiran Smith left his investment banking career in Zurich to establish Mr Green Africa, a plastic waste recycling company in Kenya.
