Obama’s trip to Africa: worth every penny Published by Jonathan Berman on 25 June 2013 “US commercial interests alone make Africa an important destination for the President.”
Meet the Boss: João Figueiredo, CEO, Único Bank Published by Kate Douglas on 25 June 2013 “I never go to sleep before I have answered every single email I received during the day.”
Stevia: a sweetener for Kenyan exporters – and farmers’ pockets Published by Kim Lewis on 25 June 2013 A natural sweetener is providing Kenyan farmers with an opportunity to be a part of a rapidly growing supply chain that includes several other countries from around the world.
Meet the entrepreneur who sacrificed his high paying job to start a health movement Published by Kate Douglas on 24 June 2013 Elan Lohmann gave up his corporate job and convertible to start his own health organisation, SleekGeek.
Moving from the ‘why’ of investing in Africa toward the ‘how’ of driving private sector growth Published by Michael Lalor on 24 June 2013 “While sceptics still abound, the evidence of the continent’s clear progress over the past decade is irrefutable.”
‘Success that comes gradually has a solid base,’ says real estate entrepreneur Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 24 June 2013 Kenyan real estate entrepreneur Daniel Ojijo told Dinfin Mulupi more about his business and shared some advice to other budding entrepreneurs.
Africa’s Banker of the Year explains his decision to open a bank in Mozambique Published by Kate Douglas on 21 June 2013 “A lot of people were quite confused with my decision,” says João Figueiredo.
Founders of Nigerian online retailer Jumia talk about managing a fast growing business Published by Olaolu Olusina on 21 June 2013 “It’s amazing how much potential there is in this market.”
Africa’s agribusiness industry continues to attract private equity interest Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 June 2013 Two recent private equity deals in Africa’s agribusiness and food sectors show that investors continue to see opportunities in these industries.
Travel agency boss talks about the lessons she has learnt in business Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 20 June 2013 Dinfin Mulupi talked to Shian Travel founder and managing director Jane Gituto about her business journey.
Four tips for business success in Madagascar Published by Kate Douglas on 20 June 2013 Mamy Rakotondraibe, manager of DHL in Madagascar, shares advice for business success on the island.
Improving Ghana’s business climate Published by Elikem Kuenyehia on 20 June 2013 “International press coverage tends to overemphasise the positives and downplay the real challenges Ghanaian entrepreneurs face.”
Coffee shop brand, vida e caffé, says their next stop is Ghana Published by Kate Douglas on 19 June 2013 Grant Dutton, MD of South African coffee shop chain, vida e caffé, talks about the potential he sees in other African countries.
Shopping centre pioneer shares five tips for success in business Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 19 June 2013 “The stories we hear of someone within two months becoming a millionaire are very rare… Don’t think you are an exception.”
