Cars, cake and hotels – a family business grabbing opportunities Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 29 May 2014 Kenyan CEO tells how he designs solutions to business problems.
App tackles South Africa’s language barrier one phrase at a time Published by Kate Douglas on 27 May 2014 The Aweza app translates useful phrases in South Africa’s 11 official languages.
Why a Kenyan TV reporter turned to farming chickens Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 27 May 2014 “If your only motivation is to make money then you are getting into the wrong business.”
Entrepreneurship a solution to unemployment in South Africa Published by Gillian Parker on 23 May 2014 Rather than waiting to find a job, young people are staring their own businesses.
Mark Kaigwa carving a niche as Kenya’s social media expert Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 May 2014 Tech entrepreneur has released a report documenting social media trends across the continent.
Celebrated Ethiopian entrepreneur behind soleRebels reveals her next big idea Published by Kate Douglas on 19 May 2014 Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu launches online business, Republic of Leather.
Kenyan startup makes finding a job easier Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 14 May 2014 Duma Works “does job matching for people”.
Trash into cash: A student makes a business from recycling Published by Staff Writer on 14 May 2014 Green’Act aims to change habits by introducing recycling on school campuses.
How a designer turned her hobby into a niche fashion business Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 May 2014 “We are proud that we can make a product here which is entirely made from Kenyan handicraft.”
Africa’s top six social entrepreneurs of the year announced Published by Stacey Nel on 8 May 2014 Social entrepreneurs are those with innovative solutions to society’s most pressing problems.
10 Nigerian tech companies to watch Published by Staff Writer on 7 May 2014 The West African country’s most promising technology companies.
It’s important to surround yourself with the right people, says social entrepreneur Published by Staff Writer on 30 April 2014 At the age of 14, Neftaly Malatjie decided it was time to make a difference in his poverty-stricken community, Diepsloot.
Splitting the tab: Sharing space makes work easier for entrepreneurs in Lagos Published by Kate Douglas on 25 April 2014 “Co-working spaces are a breeding ground for innovation,” says CapitalSquare founder.
Dreaming big is how Kenyan doctor built her own private hospital Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 April 2014 Her medical training stood Dr Betty Gikonyo in good stead to become CEO of The Karen Hospital.