Do e-books pose a threat to traditional bookstores in South Africa? Published by Darren Taylor on 20 March 2015 While e-books are on the rise in South Africa, the physical book is far from out of business.
Private equity in Ethiopia: Talking investment with Schulze Global Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 20 March 2015 In 2008 Schulze Global Investments became the first international private equity firm to open an office in Ethiopia.
Thought leadership: What is it about agriculture in Africa? Published by Stephen Yeboah on 19 March 2015 “Everything can wait but agriculture cannot wait!”
Africans to surge up the ranks of ultra-high-net-worth individuals over the next decade Published by Staff Writer on 18 March 2015 The number of ultra-high net worth individuals in Africa will increase by 59% over the next 10 years.
Running an online business in Tanzania: Insights from a US-born manager Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 March 2015 How we made it in Africa talks to Erfaan Mojgani, country manager of online marketplace Kaymu in Tanzania.
Kenya and incentive programmes: An inside perspective Published by David Sand on 18 March 2015 Employee incentives are generally a new concept in Kenya, but businesses that identify their value stand to gain.
Wheelbarrows of dollars: Understanding informal trade in East Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 17 March 2015 Informal trade shouldn’t be crushed, but rather formalised using incentives, says Ecobank research head.
Meet the Boss: Karim Teja, managing director, Heron Portico Hotel Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 17 March 2015 “Whether or not you succeed in life depends on what you make of your experience and attitude.”
Entrepreneur on building his mobile phone charging kiosk franchise in Rwanda Published by Justin Probyn on 16 March 2015 Rwandan Henri Nyakarundi answers How we made it in Africa’s questions and shares his vision for ARED.
American oil entrepreneur Dan Eberhart now scouting opportunities in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 16 March 2015 Dan Eberhart, who made his money in the US oilfield services industry, is now looking for opportunities in Africa.
Investors: Do Nigeria’s benefits outweigh challenges? Published by Anita Powell on 16 March 2015 Investors focused on Africa say Nigeria offers huge opportunities, but also huge challenges.
Start-up snapshot: Showing companies what their customers really think Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 March 2015 “Like many growth stage start-ups, our major challenges are capacity constraints, both technological and in human resources.”
New initiative aims to boost Africa’s crop yields with new seeds Published by Hilary Heuler on 13 March 2015 In Africa, seed production has long been dominated by big government monopolies. But a new initiative hopes to change that.
Africa Tech Trends: TV white spaces for affordable internet? Published by Tom Jackson on 13 March 2015 The use of so-called TV white space technology is on the increase across Africa.
