Thought leadership: Africa’s very future depends on STEM education Published by Marieme Jamme on 24 December 2014 Africa’s workforce needs reinventing through STEM education, or else its economies are doomed, writes Mariéme Jamme.
Africa’s economic outlook for 2015 Published by Yogesh Gokool on 24 December 2014 The African continent is set to record a projected +5% economic growth in 2015.
20 thought-provoking quotes by African entrepreneurs in 2014 Published by Kate Douglas on 23 December 2014 As 2014 draws to a close, How we made it in Africa highlights some words of wisdom from African entrepreneurs.
Local wines dominate in South Africa Published by Euromonitor International on 23 December 2014 Euromonitor International looks at some of the consumption trends and drivers of alcohol in South Africa.
Meet the Boss: Ram Ottapathu, CEO, Choppies Group Published by Kate Douglas on 22 December 2014 “Have a purpose and dream in your life and pursue that dream relentlessly.”
Internet retailing increases by 25% in South Africa Published by Euromonitor International on 22 December 2014 Internet retailing continues to see growth in value terms across South Africa, according to a research by Euromonitor International.
Why manufacturing locally was the logical step for Kenyan entrepreneur Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 19 December 2014 “We had no background in biscuit [manufacturing] but decided to innovate, work with a strong team, do trials and invest in market surveys and marketing,” says Raj Malde.
Ebola could impact Africa’s business landscape for years to come Published by Euromonitor International on 19 December 2014 A key impact of the Ebola outbreak is that food prices are rising in affected countries, as flights are suspended to these areas.
Africa Tech Trends: Reflecting on 2014 Published by Tom Jackson on 19 December 2014 A look at some of the key trends seen in Africa’s tech industry over the last year.
Meet the Boss: Eric Andre, co-founder, Om Nom Nom Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 December 2014 “I think the reason some entrepreneurs fail is because they have an idea and it looks ‘sexy’, but they don’t study the market.”
Is Somaliland truly ‘open for business’? Published by Steve Utterwulghe on 17 December 2014 In the northwest corridor of war-ravaged Somalia lies Somaliland, a self-declared independent state that claims to be open for business. Really?
Why a new fund is targeting intra-Africa trade Published by Kate Douglas on 17 December 2014 COMESA is set to see up to US$1bn injection with new trade finance fund.
Morocco making a name for itself in aeronautics sector Published by Violaine Larmandieu on 17 December 2014 The Moroccan aeronautics sector posted annual growth rates of 15% to 20% between 2008 and 2013.
Meet the Boss: Ed Barrow, MD, Hellofood East Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 December 2014 “Instincts and gut decisions should never be overlooked.”