Potato chip manufacturer talks about getting Nigerians to buy local Published by Kate Douglas on 22 April 2014 “We as Nigerians always believe that foreign brands are better than locally made brands… which poses a challenge to us.”
How David Mwendele is making money to fund his youth charity Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 April 2014 “I was very frustrated seeing fellow youth who were not lucky enough to get an education suffering.”
Why a former doctor decided to start an online supermarket in Nigeria Published by Kate Douglas on 15 April 2014 “Gloo.ng is an outpouring of affection to my wife, and by extension, to all our target users,” says founder.
Gossy Ukanwoke – Nigeria’s online university pioneer Published by Jaco Maritz on 15 April 2014 Offering courses in a variety of subjects, Beni American University students access all material online.
Entrepreneur talks about launching the first Egyptian co-working space Published by Kate Douglas on 14 April 2014 “If you have an idea and are passionate about it, just do it,” says founder of The District.
Nairobi salon owner sees big money in the beauty business Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 April 2014 With a recent private equity investment, Kenyan salon chain hopes to expand across East Africa.
Off the beaten track: Business lessons from building bamboo bikes Published by Kate Douglas on 8 April 2014 Ghana Bamboo Bikes Initiative co-founder Bernice Dapaah speaks about the challenges of starting a business.
Ashok Shah’s tale of winning in the insurance game Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 April 2014 After almost four decades in the industry, Kenya’s Apollo has seen its ups and downs.
How Freddie the Dreamer introduced technology in rural Tanzania Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 2 April 2014 “If you go to my village today almost 90% of the youth know how to use computers. I am very proud of that.”
Young developer looks to take Joburg’s Maboneng Precinct model to Ghana Published by Kate Douglas on 31 March 2014 “The idea is to create a mixed-use development by recycling an old building in an old downtown area.”
Ethiopian spice exporter discovers new markets in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 26 March 2014 With clients around the world and across Africa, Feed Green Ethiopia Exports is seeing business success.
E-commerce site connects craftswomen to global market Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 25 March 2014 Online platform Soko enables Kenyan artisans to sell their handcrafted jewellery to a wider market.
‘Business is not a short sprint, it’s a marathon,’ says baby product maker Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 24 March 2014 Kenyan entrepreneur has filled a gap in the market selling locally made baby care products.
‘You have to risk it to make it,’ says Kenyan fashion designer Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 17 March 2014 Wambui Mukenyi’s fashion label of the same name has been well received.
