Africa can invent: Leapfrogging in unsuspected areas Published by Carlos Lopes on 25 September 2013 African countries need to increase spending on research in order to grow innovation.
What is the one quality without which you cannot lead? Published by Ian Dean and Hennie du Plessis on 18 September 2013 Effective leadership requires many qualities, but power stands out as essential.
Is buying a distressed company a bargain or burden? Published by Adrian Dommisse on 17 September 2013 Buying a company at a discount can be a golden opportunity, but you have to know what you’re getting into.
When is the right time to study an MBA? Published by Staff Writer on 12 September 2013 Studying towards an MBA is a significant financial and time commitment.
Creating wealth: A Ghanaian businessman shares his seven principles of success Published by Anthony Sedzro on 6 September 2013 Ghanaian businessman Michael Agyekum Addo gives advice on creating wealth.
Navigating the leadership maze Published by Ian Dean and Hennie du Plessis on 4 September 2013 Leadership is a skill, a essential quality that encompasses so more than a management position.
Three cardinal rules for entrepreneurs Published by Linda Descano on 3 September 2013 Three rules to ensure a healthy start to your business.
Networking is a powerful tool: Nine pointers to getting it right Published by Staff Writer on 2 September 2013 “Entrepreneurs need to take a long-term approach and invest in networking and researching groups that might be relevant to their business.”
How to get private equity exits in Africa right Published by Dapo Okubadejo on 29 August 2013 Private equity as an asset class has received reasonable prominence in Africa in recent times.
Creating a work-life balance: advice to female business owners Published by Staff Writer on 23 August 2013 Juggling a startup business and a family can be challenging.
Top 10 social media tips for businesses Published by Shane Richmond on 19 August 2013 Social media is an extremely powerful tool with which to grow a business, but any campaign should be strategic and focused.
Five mistakes to avoid when expanding your business into Africa Published by Menno Gazendam and Hennie du Plessis on 14 August 2013 The African continent is littered with the corpses of failed business expansion projects.
Eight Ghanaian entrepreneurs share their business advice Published by Kate Douglas on 6 August 2013 Over the past year, How we made it in Africa has interviewed a number of entrepreneurs who are operating startups and businesses in Ghana.
Property entrepreneur shares his five tips for business success Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 31 July 2013 After decades doing business, and seeing his share of failures, property entrepreneur Pete Muraya, has learnt how to achieve success.