Business advice from a monk turned entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 22 May 2014 Co-founder of Regenesys Business School shares lessons he learnt from his years as a Buddhist monk.
Phatisa’s pan-African housing fund teams up with Africa Reit, Kenya Published by Promotional Feature on 22 May 2014 The Pan African Housing Fund adds quality middle income residential apartments to the Nairobi market.
Mark Kaigwa carving a niche as Kenya’s social media expert Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 May 2014 Tech entrepreneur has released a report documenting social media trends across the continent.
‘30% of GDP in Africa not being measured properly’ Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 May 2014 Bank vice-president points out inaccurate and outdated economic statistics.
UK supermarket billionaire setting up investment vehicle for East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 21 May 2014 Lord David Sainsbury’s Msingi will support new companies in key sectors.
On the ground knowledge critical to expansion, says hotel group boss Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 21 May 2014 Protea Hotels is investing in projects across East Africa.
Africa’s top three young entrepreneurs share their secrets to success Published by Kate Douglas on 21 May 2014 Anzisha Prize winners show that age has nothing to do with business success.
Kenya’s terror attacks – the way forward for tourism investment Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 20 May 2014 Despite attacks, Kenya’s tourism industry is “resilient”.
Celebrated Ethiopian entrepreneur behind soleRebels reveals her next big idea Published by Kate Douglas on 19 May 2014 Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu launches online business, Republic of Leather.
Africa’s 15 hottest investment zones Published by Kate Douglas on 19 May 2014 Sub-Saharan Africa has seen a 4.7% increase in foreign direct investment in 2013.
How multinationals have seized the African opportunity Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 May 2014 Telecom, insurance and oil companies have seen growth across the continent.
Can corporate venture capital plug Africa’s funding gap? Published by Sean Ndiho Obedih on 16 May 2014 Sean Ndiho Obedih, founding partner of Sobek Ventures, discusses the potential for CVC in Africa.
EY’s seven tips for successfully executing growth strategies in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 May 2014 Planning, skilled staff, a sizable portfolio and partnerships are key.
Kenya’s wealthy spending more on pets Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 May 2014 Gilani Gourmet’s business is growing as more people are able to afford pets and better pet food.