Chinese labour in Africa: Soap sellers and bridge builders Published by Richard Poplak on 31 July 2015 Chinese workers are a manifestation of the globalisation that has transformed the world’s economies.
Why this Nigerian chose rural farming over a suit and tie Published by Kate Douglas on 30 July 2015 … and why he hasn’t looked back since.
What it takes to run an airline in East Africa: The story of Safarilink Aviation Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 30 July 2015 The downturn in tourist numbers to Kenya is affecting all players.
Telecoms tycoon Strive Masiyiwa on the role of woman entrepreneurs in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 29 July 2015 ‘Africa’s future growth is tied to the success of its women,’ argues Strive Masiyiwa.
Healthcare start-up connects rural patients with global network of specialists Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 29 July 2015 Health-E-Net gives patients in under-served areas access to high-quality medical second opinions.
Nigerian entrepreneur talks about building a pan-African education brand Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 July 2015 We talk to Princewill Omorogiuwa, founder of the Simon Page College of Marketing.
Start-up snapshot: Lagos app helps commuters take road less travelled Published by Justin Probyn on 28 July 2015 Beat Traffik is a mobile app that crowd-sources regional reports regarding traffic jams and accidents to help commuters to reach their destination faster in Nigeria.
From local to global: Spur’s evolution into a pan-African restaurant franchisor Published by Kate Douglas on 27 July 2015 Spur Corporation is planning to expand to 100 restaurants in Africa (excluding South Africa) over the next five years.
Why Kenya’s remote town of Lodwar is attracting interest from airlines Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 27 July 2015 A combination of commercial ventures, scientific projects and tourism are attracting people to Lodwar.
Rock climbers boost economy of South Africa’s Cederberg mountains Published by Emilie Iob on 27 July 2015 It is estimated that climbers bring about US$1m to the local economy every year.
Author Q&A: Coca-Cola’s success in Africa and the promising construction sector Published by Jaco Maritz on 27 July 2015 Aubrey Hruby, co-author of a new book ‘The Next Africa’, discusses US investment in Africa and why she would put her money in construction.
Why a Nigerian mattress company caught the eye of private equity players Published by Kate Douglas on 24 July 2015 According to John Opubor, director of Actis Nigeria, the foam mattress and bedding industry has seen attractive growth.
10 ways to finance Africa’s energy opportunity Published by Caroline Kende-Robb on 24 July 2015 Can we stave off catastrophic climate change while building the energy systems needed to power growth?
Africa: Home to the ultimate consumer experience of the future Published by Jake Bright and Aubrey Hruby on 23 July 2015 We believe that the consumer experience of the future in developed markets will be more like the one unfolding in contemporary Africa.
