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.
Is it possible to define the African leader? Published by Ian Dean and Hennie du Plessis on 13 November 2013 African leaders are no different from leaders in Europe, the Americas and Asia.
Analyst shares six ideas about investing in African stock markets Published by Kate Douglas on 12 November 2013 Investment manager Claire Rentzke gives insight into investing in African equity markets.
Meet the Boss: Stewart van Graan, managing director, Dell South Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 November 2013 “I believe that the basis for entrepreneurship is experience.”
We need entrepreneurs who will say no to corporate jobs, says tech school MEST Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 11 November 2013 “We choose people who are really passionate about starting software development companies.”
Award-winning writer questions ‘Africa rising’ narrative Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 November 2013 In his new book, Peter Guest comments on the unchecked optimism about the continent’s investment potential.
Increased emerging market tourism to Africa driving new travel demands Published by Kate Douglas on 11 November 2013 Visitors to Africa are increasingly looking for family-orientated safari options.
Made in Africa: Kenyan jewellery brand takes African design international Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 November 2013 “The idea was to create a company that would manufacture high quality handicraft using modern designs, handmade in Africa.”
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.
Meet the Boss: TAD Watts, managing director, Boskovic Air Charters Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 November 2013 Aviation boss highlights security as an issue Kenya needs to address.
Owning 1% of a successful company is better than 100% of a floundering one Published by Kate Douglas on 7 November 2013 Nigerian businessman Mitchell Elegbe has some controversial advice for entrepreneurs.
How Botswana is positioning itself as a major diamond hub Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 November 2013 The gravity of the diamond world is shifting towards Botswana due to a new development in which mining company De Beers is moving its sales activities to the Southern African country.
Francophone Africa’s technology sector worth investing in, says businessman Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 November 2013 CTIC Dakar offers training, financing and links with industry players to tech startups in Senegal.
New research reveals Africa has 42 dollar-billionaires Published by Jaco Maritz on 6 November 2013 Wealth-X and UBS census describes the profiles of Africa’s dollar-billionaires.
