From Zurich investment banking to building a recycling company in Kenya Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 July 2024 Entrepreneur Keiran Smith left his investment banking career in Zurich to establish Mr Green Africa, a plastic waste recycling company in Kenya.
Why Angola is on the radar of this investor Published by Jaco Maritz on 16 July 2024 ‘Luanda is a city where you can feel an energy, an excitement about the future,’ says investor Isaac Marshall.
Lessons from nearly two decades of investing in East Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 July 2024 DOB Equity has backed well-known companies like M-Kopa, Twiga Foods, and Victory Farms. Former co-CEO Saskia van der Mast shares the investment lessons she has learned and her insights on the region’s business environment.
Nigeria’s craft beer pioneer eyes $65m empire Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 June 2024 We speak with Kevin Conroy, founder and CEO of Lagos-based Bature Brewery, about his journey in establishing a craft beer business in Nigeria.
Investment adventures in Africa’s frontier markets Published by Jaco Maritz on 14 May 2024 Dutch investor Barthout van Slingelandt, managing partner of XSML Capital, shares his experiences of backing companies in the DRC, Uganda, and Angola.
Nigeria: CEO grows dried fruit company from idea to modern factory Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 March 2024 Last month, Nigerian dried fruit snacks company ReelFruit commissioned its new 800-tonne-per-annum processing facility in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
How a South African chilli sauce company broke into the American market Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 March 2024 Fynbos Fine Foods started in the kitchen of co-owner Rozelle Abramson. Today, the company produces a range of hot sauces, pestos, chef salts, and jams that are sold worldwide.
From Kenya to Nigeria: Opportunities in Africa’s fish farming industry Published by Jaco Maritz on 4 March 2024 The demand for fish in sub-Saharan Africa is set to significantly outpace today’s levels.
From solar power to luxury roses: Investor discusses opportunities in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 15 February 2024 Alexis Caude, managing partner of Africa-focused private equity firm Adenia Partners, shares his investment insights.
Building a South African clothing business, with some help from a rugby captain Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 February 2024 The story of Freedom of Movement, a South African clothing company with rugby captain Siya Kolisi as a minority shareholder.
Beyond Lagos: Investment opportunities in northern Nigeria Published by James William on 11 December 2023 The co-founders of Aduna Capital recognise significant untapped potential in northern Nigeria, a region that encompasses about half of the country’s total population but attracts only a small portion of startup funding.
Investors pick four African frontier markets with the promise of super returns Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 December 2023 During a session at the recent SuperReturn Africa conference, a group of African investors were asked to identify a frontier market they are optimistic about.
Nigerian entrepreneur breaks into multi-billion dollar coconut industry Published by Jeanette Clark on 2 December 2023 Talking business with Ebun Feludu, the founder of Kokari Coconuts & Company, a Nigerian agro-processing company which turns coconuts into a variety of food and personal care products.
Feeding the Nigerian diaspora in America: A prime agribusiness opportunity Published by Jeanette Clark on 27 October 2023 Affiong Williams, CEO of ReelFruit, discusses the prospects for Nigerian food companies to tap into the Nigerian diaspora living in the US.
