Why failure is sometimes a good thing Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 May 2014 Sam Gichuru, CEO of Nairobi-based startup accelerator Nailab, says there are many lessons to be learned in failure.
Inside Bob Diamond and Ashish Thakkar’s new banking group Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 30 April 2014 How two business moguls teamed up to create a pan-African financial services group.
Lawyer shares five pieces of advice for companies expanding into Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 30 April 2014 From market research to finding a good lawyer, Jacqueline Musiitwa shares her advice to foreign businesses.
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.
Free Facebook – a way for African mobile operators to boost internet use? Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 April 2014 “Facebook has been a fantastic driver of data on mobile networks.”
Investor behind CityBlue Hotels sees gap for African mid-market hospitality brand Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 29 April 2014 Dubai-based investor plans to roll out CityBlue Hotels across continent.
South Africa dominates ranking of continent’s top airports Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 April 2014 South Africa may no longer be Africa’s biggest economy but its airports are still the best in the continent.
How this Kenyan business is tapping into the organic farming market Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 25 April 2014 Eco Fuels Kenya produces organic fertilisers and biofuel from the Croton nut.
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.
Africa’s richest man makes Time’s 100 Most Influential People list Published by Kate Douglas on 24 April 2014 Nigerian Aliko Dangote praised for his contribution to business and healthcare.
Made in Britain: Opportunities for UK companies to export to Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 April 2014 Sub-Saharan Africa’s growing middle class are “ready to spend their money somewhere”.
BRICs economist Jim O’Neill invests in Nigerian mobile payments company Published by Jaco Maritz on 23 April 2014 O’Neill backs Paga as “the number one way to pay and get paid in Nigeria”.
Kenyan doctor shares seven tips on how to succeed against all odds Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 April 2014 Expand your boundaries and be persistent, advises Dr Betty Gikonyo.
Social media in Nigeria – mobile chat dominates Published by Kate Douglas on 23 April 2014 A recent report highlights social media trends in Africa’s biggest economy.
