Building an electric motorcycle battery-swap network in Uganda Published by Powering Renewable Energy Opportunities on 30 March 2023 Unpacking the business model of Zembo, a company that seeks to own Uganda’s largest battery swapping network aimed at motorcycle taxis.
Kenyan entrepreneur leaves Nation Media Group for gooseberry venture Published by Peter Changtoek on 30 March 2023 Viola Maina founded Gooseberry Delight Limited, a Kenyan company specialising in creating products from the underutilised gooseberry fruit.
Zimbabwe: How this entrepreneur built an off-grid solar company Published by Alois Vinga on 29 March 2023 The off-grid solar company Zonful Energy has powered over 30,000 homes and currently has a subsidiary business in Mozambique as part of its regional expansion strategy.
BuuPass: Digitalising East Africa’s transportation industry Published by Antony Maina on 24 March 2023 Talking business with the founders of BuuPass.
Interview: Miya founder reveals strategy for selling water in Senegal Published by Jaco Maritz on 23 March 2023 Miya is a Senegal-based water company that aims to provide a cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative to the predominant brands in the West African nation.
Entrepreneurs seize opportunity in Egypt’s fruit and veg market Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 March 2023 FreshSource is an Egyptian B2B agricultural supply chain platform that buys fresh produce directly from farmers and delivers it to businesses such as restaurants, retailers, hotels and food manufacturers.
Uganda: How this CEO spotted a gap in the agricultural supply chain Published by Antony Maina on 21 March 2023 Inputi’s founder and CEO, David Lukwago, provides insights into the company’s strategy of using a digital platform to connect farmers, suppliers and manufacturers in the agricultural sector.
From catfish to cassava: Seven Nigerian agribusiness entrepreneurs to watch Published by Staff Writer on 13 March 2023 We highlight seven Nigerian entrepreneurs making a name for themselves in the agribusiness and food industry.
The strategies behind Cleopatra Hospitals’ rise in Egypt’s private healthcare sector Published by African Hidden Champions Initiative on 12 March 2023 In less than a decade, Cleopatra Hospitals Group has become one of Egypt’s largest private healthcare companies.
From South Africa to Harrods: The story of cooler box brand Fieldbar Published by Jaco Maritz on 9 March 2023 Fieldbar has reinvented the traditional cooler box. We speak to founder Lee Hartman to learn about the company’s early days, manufacturing challenges, and its branding and design strategy.
How a Nigerian bread company made it big in Canada Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 March 2023 Adewale Rabiu founded Grey Matlock Bakery in Canada after realising a gap in the market for his favourite Lagos food, Agege bread.
South African electric delivery vehicle poised to enter European market Published by Jeanette Clark on 28 February 2023 MellowVans, a South African business that specialises in manufacturing light electric vehicles, has taken a major step in expanding its reach.
Interview: The man behind Ghana’s first shopping mall Published by Jeanette Clark on 23 February 2023 How Andrew Asamoah started and grew a property development company in Ghana.
South African subscription-based retailer believes access is the new ownership Published by Jaco Maritz on 16 February 2023 A closer look at the business model of Rentoza, which gives customers access to electronics and baby goods on a subscription basis, similar to Netflix.
