South Africa: Still the gateway to Africa? Published by Matthew M. Sandretto on 8 November 2016 Looking at its transport infrastructure, location and internal opportunities.
The Indian entrepreneur who started a bottled water company in Niger Published by Justin Probyn on 7 November 2016 When he was 23, Rohan Garg moved from Delhi to the landlocked west African country.
Growing fish and plants together – an untapped opportunity in Africa? Published by Joel Segal and Juliet Phillips on 7 November 2016 Why PwC is upbeat about the potential for aquaponics.
Why business exits are important for Nigeria’s economy Published by Ifeoma Uddoh on 7 November 2016 It’s important to create a culture where entrepreneurs include exits in their plans.
Renting kids’ toys? Yes, there’s a company doing it Published by Kate Douglas on 4 November 2016 Monthly toy rentals in Cape Town mean kids outgrowing toys is less of a problem.
Eight ways to increase sales Published by Jeffrey Manu on 4 November 2016 Some of the most effective ways to double or even triple your business.
Why Africa needs Asia to reach its growth potential Published by Sunil Kaushal on 4 November 2016 Asia is poised to play dominant role in Africa’s future growth in the wake of Brexit.
Cheaper smartphones and internet access key to boosting African tech Published by Rafiq Raji on 4 November 2016 Despite so many smart applications and services, these two things are holding Africa back.
Profile: ‘It pays to solve a really big problem,’ says Iyinoluwa Aboyeji Published by Justin Probyn on 3 November 2016 The Nigerian entrepreneur has three start-ups behind him. His fourth, Flutterwave, was launched this year.
Nigeria’s rapidly growing youth population: A blessing or curse? Published by Kate Douglas on 3 November 2016 Africa-focused professionals weigh in.
Political tensions continue to weigh on investor confidence in South Africa Published by Old Mutual Investment Group on 3 November 2016 Alleged political interference in key South African institutions is threatening the country’s chances of keeping its sovereign rating above junk status.
Meet the Boss: Sefik Bagdadioglu, managing director, Jumia Market Published by Justin Probyn on 1 November 2016 ‘There are a lot of people who are trying to solve problems that do not exist.’
Why does it still take so long to drive across Africa? Published by Tunde Kehinde on 1 November 2016 Google Maps very optimistically estimates that it would take 75 hours to drive non-stop from Lagos to Nairobi.
How calling your mother can help you get a micro-loan in Kenya Published by Kate Douglas on 1 November 2016 Micro-loan provider, Tala, uses smartphone data to determine credit scores.
