Start-up snapshot: Detecting substance abuse in employees with camera device Published by Kate Douglas on 17 January 2015 “OculusID is a platform for non-invasive and hygienic testing. The technology itself is advanced,” says Ashley Uys.
Doing business in Kenya: What do Chinese companies really think? Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 January 2015 It is very rare in Kenya to see the CEO of a Chinese-owned company discussing their interests in the country.
Three tips for marketing to consumers in townships Published by Kate Douglas on 15 January 2015 How we made it in Africa asked Anisa Kale to share some of her advice for strategically marketing to lower-end consumers in townships.
The cost of war: How the South Sudan conflict is impacting the entire East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 January 2015 The ravages of war are not being felt only in South Sudan.
Nigeria beyond 2015: Insights on Africa’s largest economy Published by Staff Writer on 14 January 2015 Nigeria could be argued to present the best opportunity for many investors looking at the African continent.
Start-up snapshot: Making enterprise software accessible to everyone Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 14 January 2015 “We have come up with a system that I would describe as the Android of business software.”
‘Be persistent, never give up’: The story of Vimal Shah and Bidco Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 13 January 2015 Kenyan businessman Vimal Shah is one of the region’s most prominent entrepreneurs.
Africa needs more ‘validators’ for its many entrepreneurs Published by Staff Writer on 13 January 2015 Beyond mentorship, African entrepreneurs need more “validators”, according to Dr James Manyika, a director of the McKinsey Global Institute.
When worlds collide – farmers and financiers Published by Richard Ferguson on 13 January 2015 For more capital to flow into agriculture, farmers and financiers will have to learn a lot more about each other.
Ten African consumer trends to run with – and profit from – in 2015 Published by Jaco Maritz on 12 January 2015 Innovation opportunities for the year ahead.
Informal retail ‘a market you can’t afford to ignore’ Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 January 2015 Kaskazi Network delivers consumer goods to informal shops and kiosks by motorcycle.
Most developing countries will benefit from oil price slump, says World Bank Group Published by Staff Writer on 12 January 2015 Gains from low oil prices can be substantial for developing-country importers if supported by stronger global growth.
Surviving bankruptcy: An entrepreneur’s tips for dealing with business failure Published by Kate Douglas on 9 January 2015 “The way one gets out of a big hole in business, is very simple – stop digging,” says Maneesh Garg.
Meet the Boss: Vimal Shah, CEO, Bidco Group Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 9 January 2015 “You can call me a workaholic because I work from 5am to midnight… It is not work for me. It’s fun.”
