Profit-making idea: Intra-country tourism in Nigeria is a gem in disguise Published by Justin Probyn on 12 December 2018 Tapping into domestic travel in Nigeria can be a highly profitable venture.
Meet the Boss: Clive Butkow, CEO, Kalon Venture Partners Published by Justin Probyn on 7 December 2018 ‘I believe that every person should be in permanent beta and a work in progress, as learning is a journey not a destination.’
The journey so far: Simbarashe Mhuriro, MD, Oxygen Africa Published by Justin Probyn on 6 December 2018 ‘Be presentable, but don’t go out of your way trying to look like a million dollars when you don’t have the money.’
Startup snapshot: Two Kenyans making e-commerce ‘social’ Published by Justin Probyn on 30 November 2018 Kenya-based Mookh Africa makes it easy for people to buy and sell online.
The journey so far: John Kamara, director, Global Gaming Africa Published by Justin Probyn on 29 November 2018 ‘The current entrepreneurial market does not wait for you to start small and work your way up. Think big.’
Profit-making idea: Using tech to improve access to healthcare and finance in low-income markets Published by Justin Probyn on 28 November 2018 Tech can be the key to solving lower-income market challenges.
Five businesswomen pushing the envelope in Africa Published by Justin Probyn on 27 November 2018 Five dynamic businesswomen featured in HOW WE MADE IT IN AFRICA: THE BOOK.
The journey so far: Farida Bedwei, CTO, Logiciel Published by Justin Probyn on 22 November 2018 ‘We have had to learn about the industry while developing for it.’
The journey so far: Madoda Khuzwayo, CEO, Hiringly Published by Justin Probyn on 15 November 2018 ‘The truth is nothing can fully prepare you for the life as an entrepreneur.’
E-commerce tips: Six ways how Silvery has built a successful online jewellery business Published by Justin Probyn on 15 November 2018 When Justin Blake bought online jewellery business Silvery, the company was turning over roughly R28,000 per month. Two years later, and the business is doing yearly figures well into the millions.
The journey so far: Themba Ndala, director, Ritevac Media Published by Justin Probyn on 8 November 2018 ‘Success is not a one-man show, it’s teamwork.’
Profit-making idea: A fashion production house for all shapes and sizes Published by Justin Probyn on 7 November 2018 ‘Most of the big production businesses won’t touch small fashion brands due to volumes.’
The journey so far: Rajiv Mehta, MD, Tangerine Investments Published by Justin Probyn on 1 November 2018 ‘What is business without taking risks?’
Meet the Boss: Steven Isaacson, CEO, Kevro Holdings Published by Justin Probyn on 30 October 2018 ‘Something big is happening around us and I believe the African continent represents a huge opportunity.’
