21-year-old Tanzanian talks about her soap manufacturing business Published by Staff Writer on 15 January 2014 “Entrepreneurship is a process,” says Domitila Silayo, second runner up for the 2013 Anzisha Prize.
Kenyan architect goes a long way in solving sanitation issues in slums Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 January 2014 By building toilet and shower facilities David Kuria’s Ecotact has greatly improved hygiene in informal settlements.
It is the time for African fashion, says leading Malawian designer Published by Kate Douglas on 14 January 2014 Fashion designer Lilly Alfonso has gained local and international recognition for her African prints and designs.
South African brewer launches Soweto Gold craft beer brand Published by Chris Simkins on 14 January 2014 Ndumiso Madlala has launched South Africa’s first black-owned and locally brewed beer.
Ego is a dangerous thing in business, says Ashish Thakkar Published by Jaco Maritz on 30 December 2013 Mara Group boss advises businesspeople to be humble and stay focused.
How Cape Town-based Funda wants to change the way we learn Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 December 2013 This business makes education accessible through online learning systems.
Our five most interesting entrepreneur profiles of 2013 Published by Staff Writer on 16 December 2013 Over the past 12 months How we made it in Africa featured numerous entrepreneurs doing interesting things on the continent.
How Laetitia Mukungu started her own farming business at the age of 14 Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 December 2013 Laetitia Mukungu is not your average teenager.
Focus on the basics, and the money will come in, says food entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 9 December 2013 Prosoya Kenya founder explains how to attract finance.
Women entrepreneurs find success in Kenya’s property industry Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 9 December 2013 Alice Kariuki and her team are building fully serviced apartments in Nairobi.
Malawi-based entrepreneur has big plans for property listing site Pakwathu Published by Jaco Maritz on 4 December 2013 At the age of 21, Gonjetso Chinyama is the founder of Pakwathu, a website that allows users to search for properties in Malawi.
A focus on niche markets reduces risk for Rwandan coffee producers Published by Kate Douglas on 3 December 2013 Huye Mountain Coffee has gained success in the international market with its speciality coffee.
From drug dealer to global social entrepreneur: Craig Ross shares his story Published by Kate Douglas on 13 November 2013 Based on his experiences, a South African entrepreneur has developed online media platforms which bring people together.
Creating a culture of gaming in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 8 November 2013 First-mover Leti Arts is developing computer and mobile games inspired by African folklore.