Author Archive | Justin Probyn

BarefootLaw: Uganda’s first online legal service

By Justin Probyn on '27 June 2017' in Entrepreneur watch, Uganda

We speak to managing director Gerald Abila about attracting funding, dealing with risks and his biggest mistake so far.

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Start-up snapshot: Streamlining the buying and selling of medication in Nigeria

By Justin Probyn on '26 June 2017' in Healthcare, ICT, Nigeria, Start-up snapshot

Talking business with Vivian Nwakah, co-founder of online pharmaceutical distribution platform Medsaf.

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Interview: Using technology to boost the incomes of West African farmers

By Justin Probyn on '23 June 2017' in Entrepreneur watch, Ghana, ICT

Farmerline is a Ghanaian software company that provides small-scale farmers with information such as farming tips, market prices and weather reports.

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Kenyan entrepreneur providing a digital alternative to textbooks

By Justin Probyn on '21 June 2017' in Education, Entrepreneur watch, ICT, Kenya

Tonee Ndungu, the founder of Kytabu, discusses his business journey.

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Marketing to sub-Saharan Africa’s middle class: 13 ground rules

By Justin Probyn on '20 June 2017' in Business Focus

Africa's middle class presents a sizeable opportunity for fast-moving consumer goods companies.

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Swimming caps for big hair: Entrepreneur identifies untapped opportunity

By Justin Probyn on '2 June 2017' in Entrepreneur watch, Manufacturing, Media, Sports & Entertainment, Retail, South Africa

We talk to Nomvuyo Treffers, founder of Cape Town-based swimwear brand Swimma.

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Interview: Searching for Africa’s alternative investment opportunities

By Justin Probyn on '30 May 2017' in Foreign investment, Private equity

We speak to Paul Boynton, the CEO of Old Mutual Alternative Investments.

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A closer look at Lumos’ pay-as-you-go solar business in Nigeria

By Justin Probyn on '24 May 2017' in Business Focus, Energy, Nigeria

Lumos has installed close to 40,000 solar units in the country.

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Expanding to Botswana? Not a ‘crazy’ idea for South African retailer

By Justin Probyn on '9 May 2017' in Botswana, Business Focus, Retail

Despite having a relatively small population of about 2.2 million people, The Crazy Store sees potential in Botswana.

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Meet the Boss: Kevin Lennett, managing director, The Crazy Store

By Justin Probyn on '7 May 2017' in Meet the Boss, South Africa

Kevin Lennett answers our questions.

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Start-up snapshot: Ingredients and recipes delivered to your doorstep

By Justin Probyn on '2 May 2017' in Agribusiness & Food, Start-up snapshot

All you have to do is cook.

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Lagos now ranked among world’s cheapest cities in USD terms

By Justin Probyn on '1 May 2017' in Business Focus, Nigeria

Nigeria has been experiencing significant economic headwinds due to the fall in the price of oil.

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What Pick n Pay’s results tell us about retail in sub-Saharan Africa

By Justin Probyn on '21 April 2017' in Business Focus, Retail

Online retail is gaining traction while South African consumers are seeking greater bang for their buck.

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Why Facebook is rolling out wifi hotspots in Kenya

By Justin Probyn on '7 April 2017' in Business Focus, ICT, Kenya

The offering – which the social media giant has also rolled out in India – allows consumers to access affordable wifi from hotspots.

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Developing the Greater Horn: Opportunities and challenges

By Justin Probyn on '4 April 2017' in Business Focus

At a recent dialogue in Dubai, participants analysed the region – taking into account its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and challenges.

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