Talent shortage prompts entrepreneur to start a tech school in Kenya Published by Vince Matinde on 19 November 2018 Talking business with Audrey Cheng, co-founder and CEO of Moringa School.
Investors climbing into Africa’s agri and food sectors, backing everything from blueberries to beef Published by Staff Writer on 19 November 2018 Many commentators have touted Africa as the future breadbasket of the world.
McKinsey: Africa’s overlooked business revolution Published by Acha Leke and Mutsa Chironga and Georges Desvaux on 19 November 2018 Global business leaders who misunderstand Africa run the risk of missing out on one of the 21st century’s great growth opportunities.
Building a successful business: Five lessons from top African entrepreneurs Published by Staff Writer on 13 November 2018 Lessons from the businesspeople featured in HOW WE MADE IT IN AFRICA: THE BOOK.
Who are the winners and losers in Africa’s continental free trade area? Published by Rilwan Akeyewale on 13 November 2018 The agreement is expected to favour small and medium-size businesses, but skeptics have pointed to impending challenges, especially those which affect SMEs.
Inspiring quotes from 10 of Africa’s most dynamic entrepreneurs Published by Staff Writer on 13 November 2018 Business wisdom that will help you take your venture to the next level.
Land on lay-by: A Kenyan entrepreneur-couple creates trust in African land transactions Published by Vince Matinde on 12 November 2018 Phyllis Tole sees untapped opportunity in Kenya’s land sector.
Impatient optimist takes charge of livestock mortality in Ghana Published by Oluwabusayomi Sotunde on 5 November 2018 Taking a closer look at the story of Alima Bawah, co-founder of Ghana’s CowTribe.
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.’
Turning past failures into present success: Finding international markets for mangoes from The Gambia Published by Oluwabusayomi Sotunde on 30 October 2018 ‘I have failed spectacularly in this sector before. I lost everything I had at one point but it taught me a lot of lessons.’
Startup snapshot: Entrepreneur seeks to capitalise on the Fourth Industrial Revolution Published by Justin Probyn on 25 October 2018 Veronica Motloutsi’s company, SmartDigital Solutions, is an is an internet and digital services provider and consultant.
Ranked: Africa’s powerhouse cities Published by Staff Writer on 24 October 2018 Nigeria is home to 10 of the largest African urban markets.
Mosquito-repellent soap and healthy smoothies: Two young entrepreneurs show how to build businesses from organic products Published by Jeanette Clark on 22 October 2018 Mosquito-repellent soap and healthy smoothies: Two different takes from young entrepreneurs on building a business based on organic products.
Venture capital investors making big bets on African fintech Published by Staff Writer on 19 October 2018 In more advanced economies, fintech is often seen as a disruptor of the traditional financial sector, but in African countries it is bridging gaps that have not yet been addressed by the banking industry.
