Feeding West Africa: An agenda for regional trade Published by Jean-Christophe Maur on 17 August 2015 Now is the time to act and embrace regional trade for what it is – the opportunity to feed populations, reduce poverty, generate jobs and promote shared prosperity.
Nigeria: Tomato paste could prove a tasty investment Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 August 2015 The domestic production of tomato paste in Nigeria could potentially be an attractive opportunity, according to a recent briefing note by Ecobank.
Into Africa: The continent’s ‘cities of oppportunity’ Published by Paul Cleal on 14 August 2015 The forces driving the growth of some key African cities.
Agriculture entrepreneur taps into urban demand for fresh produce Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 14 August 2015 Yvette Ondachi gave up her corporate job to venture into farming.
Kenya: Secondary cities building their own tech hubs Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 14 August 2015 Last September technology co-working space LakeHub opened in Kenya’s third largest city Kisumu, while SwahiliBox recently launched at the port city of Mombasa.
SnooCode: A solution to the lack of formal addresses in Ghana and beyond Published by Kate Douglas on 14 August 2015 Sesinam Dagadu has an innovative solution that replaces the need for formal addresses in Africa, and could save lives.
Meet the Boss: Akinwole Omoboriowo II, CEO, Genesis Electricity Published by Kate Douglas on 13 August 2015 ‘In Africa you need to keep your business model very simple.’
Linking US-based investors with opportunities in Ethiopia Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 August 2015 Renew makes it possible for Americans to make small investments in Africa, and gradually build confidence in the continent and the opportunities it offers.
Evaluating risk in the African energy market Published by Heleen Goussard on 12 August 2015 The recent downturn in commodity prices and the resulting impact on the finances of many African countries has resulted in significant changes in the risk profile of the African energy market.
Lawyer-turned-restaurateur taps into healthy eating trend Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 August 2015 In 2006, Kenyan lawyer Ann Mbugua retired from her legal career to set up Nairobi’s premier organic foods restaurant.
Wealth report: Africa’s fastest growing markets for the super-rich Published by Staff Writer on 10 August 2015 Mozambique is the African country expected to see the fastest growth in high-net-worth individuals.
Airbnb CEO advises African entrepreneurs on building a great company Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 August 2015 ‘Don’t worry about growth, don’t worry about business plans, focus on getting 100 people that love your service.’
When China met Africa Published by Tehmina Shaukat Khan on 10 August 2015 China’s expanding presence in sub-Saharan Africa has been a major catalyst for growth in the region.
The Venture Bus: A road trip for entrepreneurs Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 August 2015 A seven-day journey that turns business ideas into real projects.