Spinlet has turned the needs of African music lovers into a business Published by Kate Douglas on 18 November 2013 Online music platform Spinlet makes African music accessible across the continent.
Porsche’s African expansion is ‘a long-term project’ Published by Jaco Maritz on 14 November 2013 The luxury car maker has plans to expand across sub-Saharan Africa.
Silicon Valley is the next step for African tech companies, says consultant Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 13 November 2013 Moving African businesses to Silicon Valley in the US opens opportunities in international markets.
Failure in Nigeria is often due to poor business strategies Published by Dianna Games on 12 November 2013 Although Woolworths hasn’t gained success in Nigeria, many other South African retailers have done good business.
We need entrepreneurs who will say no to corporate jobs, says tech school MEST Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 11 November 2013 “We choose people who are really passionate about starting software development companies.”
Increased emerging market tourism to Africa driving new travel demands Published by Kate Douglas on 11 November 2013 Visitors to Africa are increasingly looking for family-orientated safari options.
Made in Africa: Kenyan jewellery brand takes African design international Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 November 2013 “The idea was to create a company that would manufacture high quality handicraft using modern designs, handmade in Africa.”
AfDB reports significant opportunities of shale gas production in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 8 November 2013 It is vital that shale gas production be accompanied by good environmental planning and management.
Angola plans to revive its agricultural sector Published by Mohamed Zin El Abidine on 7 November 2013 To aid growth, Angola needs to diversify its economy, focusing on strengthening its food producing industry.
Francophone Africa’s technology sector worth investing in, says businessman Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 November 2013 CTIC Dakar offers training, financing and links with industry players to tech startups in Senegal.
New research reveals Africa has 42 dollar-billionaires Published by Jaco Maritz on 6 November 2013 Wealth-X and UBS census describes the profiles of Africa’s dollar-billionaires.
Africa can lead in energy, agriculture and manufacturing Published by Staff Writer on 5 November 2013 Young people “want the future to be no different from region to region and natural resources to be used wisely by all”.
Lonely Planet ranks Malawi as a top 10 country to visit in 2014 Published by Kate Douglas on 5 November 2013 Lonely Planet says Malawi’s Majete Wildlife Reserve offers an uncrowded game viewing experience.
Think global, right from the start, says Evernote marketing vice president Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 5 November 2013 US-based Evernote’s Linda Kozlowski says African tech entrepreneurs should not restrict their businesses to just one country.