Report: What Jumia’s latest results tell us about e-commerce in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 27 September 2016 In its latest report, Maritz Africa Intelligence takes a closer look at Jumia’s numbers and examines the size of the continent’s e-commerce market.
Calvin Klein owner could source 25% of its production from Africa in five years Published by Kate Douglas on 26 September 2016 Eastern Africa has the potential to compete with clothing manufacturing giants like China and Bangladesh.
East Africa’s up-and-coming cosmetics companies Published by Maritz Africa Intelligence on 26 September 2016 There is a growing trend of local entrepreneurs, especially women, entering the industry.
Inga dream again deferred Published by Peter Fabricius on 26 September 2016 The vision of a dam that would light up half of Africa has been shimmering on the horizon for decades.
Why a South African manufacturer of pelleting machines is turning heads Published by Kate Douglas on 23 September 2016 The founder of Agricon Pelleting recently won South Africa’s Entrepreneur of the Year award.
When clients don’t respond, stay on their radar Published by Quinton Douman on 23 September 2016 In most cases, it’s a question of timing.
How this Nigerian started a food processing business with little capital Published by Kate Douglas on 21 September 2016 Kasope Ladipo-Ajai managed to get a food-flavourant company up and running with no industry experience and only her savings.
Many Africans may not be using plastic or cash in as little as 10 years, says Standard Bank Published by Staff Writer on 21 September 2016 Though cash remains king in many parts of Africa, rapid change is expected over the next few years.
Giving wings to Africa’s regional integration Published by Carlos Lopes on 21 September 2016 Though Africa is home to 15% of the world’s population, it accounts for less than 3% of its total air traffic.
Solving energy poverty through an off-grid solar electricity revolution Published by Jacqueline Novogratz on 21 September 2016 Declining solar costs and ubiquity of mobile technology offer a unique opportunity to provide universal energy access.
Sub-Saharan Africa’s top five shopping malls Published by Staff Writer on 21 September 2016 Rated according to their attractiveness for international brands.
Farm to kiosk: Disrupting the way Nairobi’s informal traders buy produce Published by Nelly Murungi on 20 September 2016 Twiga Foods sees monthly revenue growth of 30%.
The interactive Kenyan web series with over a million views on Facebook Published by Kate Douglas on 20 September 2016 Tuko Macho is a fictional series about a vigilante group in Nairobi that kidnaps criminals and asks Kenyans to vote online for whether they should live or die.
Six opportunities in Africa you probably didn’t know about Published by Kate Douglas on 19 September 2016 McKinsey’s latest research report highlights a number of economic realities and opportunities that businesses should be aware of.