African entrepreneurs spot opportunity in green business Published by Franck Kuwonu on 19 August 2019 Innovative startups that address climate change, protect the environment and provide jobs.
Africa from the inside: Will the continent’s trade fortunes change? Published by Hannah Edinger on 16 August 2019 Africa is often touted as the last continent still to industrialise.
Peeling back the layers on the role of private security companies in Africa Published by The Conversation on 16 August 2019 Private military and security companies are increasingly being contracted in Africa. But there are big gaps in understanding their impact.
Morocco’s Sabrina Bouzidi: Entrepreneurial energy and can-do spirit Published by Staff Writer on 12 August 2019 At age 37, Sabrina Bouzidi has already accomplished more than many people do in a lifetime.
Morocco tourism gains momentum Published by Hugo Bourhis on 9 August 2019 Morocco is on its way to becoming a premier destination for an increasing number of tourists.
Ghanaian entrepreneur builds clothing business that exports to US and European retailers Published by Staff Writer on 5 August 2019 Designing a profitable business model.
How data science in and for Africa can blaze new trails Published by Wim Delva on 3 August 2019 Data science, led by Africa-based scientists, could play a key role in addressing all of the continent’s crucial needs.
Africa Deal Roundup: 15 noteworthy deals and announcements in July Published by Staff Writer on 2 August 2019 A selection of African private equity deal, fundraising and exit announcements that came across our desk in July 2019.
Major shifts in Nigeria’s consumer landscape Published by Staff Writer on 31 July 2019 ‘Competition for consumers’ wallets has never been tougher.’
Ugandan entrepreneurs cook up eco-friendly dryer to cut food waste Published by John Okot on 29 July 2019 Affordable machine to dry fruit and vegetables helps farmers stop harvests spoiling and burns green briquettes, not charcoal, for heat.
Startup snapshot: Connecting Kenya’s rural small scale farmers to urban traders Published by Staff Writer on 29 July 2019 Taimba is a Nairobi-based agtech startup that runs a cashless platform connecting rural small scale farmers to urban retailers.
Four agriculture-focused companies to inspire Africa Published by Staff Writer on 23 July 2019 A handful of Africa’s most dynamic growth businesses targeting the agriculture sector.
Kenya’s avocado farmers eye Chinese market, but there’s a catch Published by Rael Ombuor on 22 July 2019 Kenya has signed a deal to export avocados to China, making it the only African nation to sell the fruit to the huge Chinese consumer market.
Building a successful business: Five lessons from top African entrepreneurs Published by Staff Writer on 16 July 2019 Running your own company is an intense rollercoaster ride, where the highs are high, and the lows debilitatingly low.
