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Made-in-Ghana chocolate company exporting to Europe

Published by Tom Collins on 24 December 2021

CEO of Fairafric explains how he established a chocolate company in Ghana.

Zambian soya bean trader expands business by manufacturing edible oil

Published by Tom Collins on 22 December 2021

Kalomo Grain Marketing founder talks about how she built the business and export opportunities to the DRC.

Zambian food processor overcomes packaging issues to maintain sales in domestic market

Published by Tom Collins on 30 November 2021

Rodney Miselo, co-founder of the Ronipam Group, talks about how to make it in Zambia’s food industry.

Nigerian baby food company aims to build global brand using local ingredients

Published by Tom Collins on 21 November 2021

Talking business with the founder of Nigerian baby food company Colourful Giggles.

Ethiopian coffee roasting company taps into strong domestic demand

Published by Tom Collins on 5 November 2021

Talking business with Aster Mengesha, CEO of coffee roasting company Aster Bunna.

Supplying fries to international fast-food chains: Kenyan company sees big potential

Published by Tom Collins on 21 October 2021

Founder of Sereni Fries talks about how he capitalised on opportunities in the potato industry and the growth potential that lies ahead.

Nigeria: Entrepreneur grows smoked catfish venture into diversified food business

Published by Tom Collins on 28 September 2021

Graemoh Foods CEO discusses how he started his company as well as growth opportunities and industry challenges.

Uganda: Entrepreneur builds brand of drinks made from the hibiscus plant

Published by Tom Collins on 25 September 2021

The founder of Rena Beverage Solutions talks about the origins of her company and the challenges of running a drinks business in Uganda.

Kenyan businessman turns overlooked croton nut into a cash crop

Published by Tom Collins on 28 June 2021

Cosmas Ochieng, CEO of EcoFix Kenya, has carved out a business by processing croton nuts into biofuel, fertiliser, animal feed and cosmetics.

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