How players are powering a Lagos football pitch one step at a time Published by Kate Douglas on 2 February 2016 We talk to the man behind this kinetic energy technology to find out how it compares to other renewable energy solutions, and the future it has on the continent.
Flame Tree Group sees business opportunities in East Africa’s unique challenges Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 2 February 2016 ‘Water and sanitation are two key problems within our continent,’ says Heril Bangera, CEO of Flame Tree Group.
Chad merchants say Boko Haram attacks hurt economic activity Published by Moki Edwin Kindzeka on 1 February 2016 As the terrorists continue to control Nigerian villages, seizing goods and killing traders — especially around Borno state — business activity will continue to decline in Chad.
Kenya: How Shell has boosted fuel sales by revamping its convenience stores Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 31 January 2016 Partnerships with retailers and restaurants lead to increase in fuel sales.
Agriculture doesn’t have to be a poor people’s game, says successful farmer Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 31 January 2016 Kenyan Charles Odida has managed to build a thriving enterprise by thinking outside the box.
AfDB president shares four ways to reduce Africa’s exposure to global volatility Published by Kate Douglas on 29 January 2016 Global headwinds exist because of the nature of Africa’s growth over the last decade, says Akinwumi Adesina.
Nairobi shopping centres: Interview with Garden City mall developer Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 29 January 2016 We talk to Koome Gikunda, director of shopping centre developer Actis.
Rise of black industrialists is opportunity for ‘Africans to solve African challenges’ Published by Staff Writer on 28 January 2016 ‘As a key driver of job creation, it is imperative that we breed and enable a new generation of black industrialists to help repair our unenviable unemployment figures.’
Start-up snapshot: Helping Nigerians bypass red-tape with online legal services Published by Kate Douglas on 28 January 2016 Three women aim to make business-related legal processes simpler and less time-consuming via their online portal, DIYlaw.
FMCG manufacturer taking on multinationals with localised products Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 27 January 2016 ‘In Europe they have a different lotion for every age. They have anti-wrinkle, day cream, night cream… and those are not necessarily what we need here.’
Toyota’s expansion in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 26 January 2016 In more than four decades, Toyota has found a way to keep its brand relevant in South Africa, selling more than one million cars in the country.
Competing for FDI: How do Africa’s economies compare with other emerging markets? Published by Kate Douglas on 26 January 2016 What effect will global headwinds have on Africa’s foreign investment inflows, and how do its leading economies compare to other emerging markets?
How Suzie Wokabi sold her African cosmetics brand Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 26 January 2016 ‘For me this is the biggest milestone so far.’
Possible opportunities for insurers in sub-Saharan Africa Published by Staff Writer on 26 January 2016 Zambia, Ghana and Kenya will offer the most attractive mix of rewards and risk for insurers over the next three years.
