Ugandan startup making it simpler for African migrants to send money home Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 17 February 2014 Remit aims to bring down the cost of mobile money transfers, as well as making the process more convenient.
Swedish investors have eye on Africa’s ICT industry Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 14 February 2014 Tech giant Ericsson is seeing “phenomenal potential” in sub-Saharan Africa.
Private equity firm explains why it backed a Kenyan flower company Published by Jaco Maritz on 14 February 2014 Within two days from the time flowers are cut at Kenya’s flower farms they are available for sale in markets such as Sweden.
Debating the real curse behind Africa’s resource wealth Published by Kate Douglas on 13 February 2014 Why do some of the world’s most resource rich countries have the poorest populations?
Success in Africa requires out-of-the-box thinking Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 February 2014 “If you are prepared to blend your product into Africa, you can get huge returns out of it,” says DHL Express boss.
Michael Jordaan compares winemaking and venture capital Published by Jaco Maritz on 12 February 2014 Just like winemaking, growing a business requires patience and passion.
Cement wars heat up in East Africa as Dangote plans entry Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 February 2014 Nigeria’s Dangote Cement is building a plant in Kenya, which analysts warn will shake up the market.
Building apps for improved business efficiency in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 11 February 2014 While technology can benefit business procedures, techie Lorenzo Boncompagni says companies need some convincing.
Unlocking Africa’s mining potential: The IFC’s three areas of development Published by Kate Douglas on 11 February 2014 Consolidating maps of where minerals lie and developing local procurement and infrastructure are key to mining in Africa.
Transparency needed to curb Africa’s loss of $38bn through trade mispricing Published by Kate Douglas on 10 February 2014 The Africa Progress Panel reports that Africa loses more through illicit outflows than it receives through foreign investment.
Nigerian designer carves niche for her ‘Made in Africa’ luxury handbags Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 February 2014 “The market is huge and there really is space for everyone,” says Zashadu Bags founder.
Entries now open for $75,000 youth entrepreneurship prize Published by Staff Writer on 10 February 2014 Anzisha Prize partners with youth NGOs to find Africa’s best young entrepreneurs.
African firms looking to hire fewer expats, and more from returning diaspora Published by Jaco Maritz on 10 February 2014 An EY report shows the majority of organisations surveyed have a desire to reduce their dependence on expatriate skills.
A look at the role resources have played in Africa’s growth story Published by Kate Douglas on 7 February 2014 “Minerals are not a curse. They can certainly be the best boon,” says Chamber of Mines of South Africa boss.