How a Kenyan bakery is taking on the challenges of the business world Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 July 2014 “Don’t think you will start a business and a year down the line you are the big guy in town.”
Thoughts from Toyin Saraki on women leadership and Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 8 July 2014 “I believe that our biggest challenge as women is to be able to step forward and to actually lead.”
No visa required: Africa’s most powerful passports Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 July 2014 New research ranks countries according to the number of places their passports can enter without a visa, or with a visa on arrival.
What we can learn from Olam’s success in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 7 July 2014 Olam’s MD Ramesh shares some of the strategies required to successfully expand a business in Africa.
Tomato paste and noodles: Olam bullish about food processing in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 4 July 2014 Adding value in Africa is expensive but worth it, says agribusiness and food company Olam.
Kenya’s private security industry booming due to terror threats Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 July 2014 Since last year’s Westgate mall shooting, demand for private security has increased.
How multinationals expanding in Africa find the right person for the job Published by Kate Douglas on 1 July 2014 Finding the right skills to support expansion across Africa can be a challenge.
Rwandan fashion brand says hunger for African products will only grow stronger Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 30 June 2014 How we made it in Africa talks to the CEO of fashion brand Mille Collines.
Top businessman’s view on the real reasons for Africa’s economic growth Published by Jaco Maritz on 30 June 2014 Nigerian businessman Hakeem Belo-Osagie’s take on the ‘Africa rising’ debate.
E-commerce could challenge bricks and mortar retail in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 30 June 2014 Online retailers such as Zando and Jumia have ambitious growth plans.
Brain gain: An MBA no longer enough to land the perfect job back in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 27 June 2014 Many Africans are returning home from abroad, but the transition is not always easy.
How to get ahead in life: Thoughts from Kenya’s top young professionals Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 26 June 2014 How we made it in Africa talks to some of the finalists of the Rising Star Awards.
Africa’s economic progress could mirror that of Asia, says Prudential Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 June 2014 “We think Africa can be the new Asia, both for us as a company and for the global economy.”
Kenya’s new hotels and restaurants creating opportunities for interior contractors Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 25 June 2014 “We are seeing more demand for our services as more new hotels near completion.”
