Entrepreneur turns Nigerian superfood into a global export business Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 December 2024 Timi Oke is the co-founder and CEO of AgroEknor, a company exporting dried hibiscus flowers grown in Nigeria to global markets.
Zambia: The entrepreneur who sold her house to build a fintech business Published by Jaco Maritz on 22 November 2024 Chilufya Mutale and her husband-turned-business-partner risked everything – their savings, their house, and their cars – to launch their venture.
Nigerian entrepreneur identifies an opportunity in pharmacy sector Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 November 2024 Mobolaji Ajayi is the founder and CEO of Nigeria’s Purelife Pharmacy, a business offering pharmacy and primary healthcare services through both physical stores and an online platform.
Why this German invested in Tanzania’s first commercial apple farm Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 October 2024 German-born entrepreneur David Runge spotted an opportunity in apple farming in East Africa.
How this Japanese entrepreneur started an e-motorbike business in Ethiopia Published by Jaco Maritz on 12 October 2024 In 2021, Japanese entrepreneur Yuma Sasaki moved to Ethiopia to establish Dodai, an electric motorcycle company assembling its bikes locally in Addis Ababa.
Transforming Lagos into Africa’s Dubai: Akintola Oladejo’s vision for Nigerian real estate Published by Staff Writer on 4 October 2024 Akintola Oladejo, CEO of Prestigious Homes, wants to transform Nigeria’s real estate sector into a powerhouse that rivals Dubai and Singapore.
Ghana: Entrepreneur builds rice brand to over $1m in yearly sales Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 September 2024 Entrepreneur Nana Owusu-Achau is the founder of Agro Kings, a Ghana-based company that produces the Nana’s Rice brand.
Exporting Zambia’s honey to the US: Interview with agribusiness entrepreneur Published by Nelly Murungi on 27 September 2024 We speak with Miit Pandoliker, CEO of Luano Food Company, about his entry into the honey industry, the company’s growth opportunities, and the challenges of operating in the agribusiness sector.
Kenyan-built mobile money platform disrupts traditional banks’ hold in Eswatini Published by Seth Onyango on 12 September 2024 A Nairobi-designed digital wallet service is nipping at the heels of Eswatini’s mainstream banks and telcos.
The South African entrepreneur who found opportunity in plastic pipes Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 September 2024 After making a three times return on his previous venture, South African entrepreneur Kgomotso Lekola spotted a gap to manufacture heavy-duty plastic pipes.
Uganda: Entrepreneur turns banana fibres into hair extensions Published by Nelly Murungi on 30 August 2024 Juliet Tumusiime is the founder of Cheveux Organique, a Uganda-based manufacturer of eco-friendly hair extensions made from banana fibres, offering a sustainable alternative to synthetic options.
The businessman who sold Ethiopian teff pasta to Italians Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 August 2024 Investment-banker-turned-entrepreneur Yonas Alemu is the founder of Lovegrass, a food company making products from the Ethiopian super grain teff.
Zimbabwe: The entrepreneur unlocking baobab’s commercial potential Published by Sanja Gohre on 22 August 2024 Zimbabwe-based entrepreneur Gus Le Breton, co-founder of baobab powder producer B’Ayoba, discusses the fruit’s commercial potential.
Kenyan entrepreneur identifies opportunities in honey and wellness market Published by Peter Changtoek on 21 August 2024 “You will not wake up one day and find yourself making millions. You have to be disciplined,” says Easter Kojwang, founder of Eastnat Foods.
