How mPedigree built a business by combating counterfeit products Published by Kate Douglas on 26 August 2015 We talk to Bright Simons about mPedigree’s business model, how his service works and where he sees future profits coming from.
Medical records at a touch of an app? Q&A with CenHealth’s founder Published by Kate Douglas on 25 August 2015 We talk to South African Joel Ugborogho about his new health tech start-up.
Street murals and property prices: Talking business with renowned artist Published by Kate Douglas on 24 August 2015 We talk to Ricky Lee Gordon about the business of street murals and the role it plays in property development and gentrification.
Eight insightful business tips from celebrated entrepreneur Bright Simons Published by Kate Douglas on 21 August 2015 ‘I think innovation is very much the ability to ask those questions that nobody thinks are important.’
Why this South African is bringing the Sowetan princess ‘Barbie’ to the market Published by Kate Douglas on 20 August 2015 Maite Makgoba shares her plans to challenge the Barbie brand with the Momppy Mpoppy doll.
Why Investec is backing wiGroup and its mobile transaction solutions Published by Kate Douglas on 17 August 2015 We talk to William Alexander to learn more about the potential Investec Asset Management sees in South Africa’s wiGroup.
SnooCode: A solution to the lack of formal addresses in Ghana and beyond Published by Kate Douglas on 14 August 2015 Sesinam Dagadu has an innovative solution that replaces the need for formal addresses in Africa, and could save lives.
Meet the Boss: Akinwole Omoboriowo II, CEO, Genesis Electricity Published by Kate Douglas on 13 August 2015 ‘In Africa you need to keep your business model very simple.’
South African company making shipping containers feel like a ‘real’ house Published by Kate Douglas on 7 August 2015 Berman-Kalil Housing Concepts is offering a low-cost housing solution by converting shipping containers into beautiful homes.
Energy projects: Three ways African governments can better attract private capital Published by Kate Douglas on 6 August 2015 Genesis Electricity’s CEO highlights three policies that governments should pursue.
Four things you should know about the growth of African pension funds Published by Kate Douglas on 3 August 2015 RisCura’s Rory Ord highlights some key points around Africa’s current pension fund growth and investment.
Why telco Vodacom ventured into the funeral and life insurance game Published by Kate Douglas on 31 July 2015 ‘Telecom companies have large subscriber bases and it makes sense to try extract some additional value out of that.’
Why this Nigerian chose rural farming over a suit and tie Published by Kate Douglas on 30 July 2015 … and why he hasn’t looked back since.
From local to global: Spur’s evolution into a pan-African restaurant franchisor Published by Kate Douglas on 27 July 2015 Spur Corporation is planning to expand to 100 restaurants in Africa (excluding South Africa) over the next five years.