From farm to shop: How this company streamlines Senegal’s fresh produce supply chain Published by Nelly Murungi on 13 May 2021 Afrikamart, founded in 2018, is a digital platform that links rural farmers in Senegal to merchants in urban areas.
Building a retail chain in East Africa: The story of Goodlife Pharmacy Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 May 2021 Pharmacy retailer Goodlife is the biggest of its kind in East Africa. We take a closer look at the strategies the chain has implemented to boost profitability and grow to over 70 stores.
Rwanda: Entrepreneur grows meat processing business into a regional exporter Published by Jeanette Clark on 10 May 2021 Businessman Herve Tuyishime explains how he capitalised on opportunities in the meat production industry.
Reviewing the trends driving Africa’s allure: Peace and stability; democracy; and the rule of law Published by Simon Freemantle on 9 May 2021 Considering the vital role played by political and institutional reform in determining Africa’s ongoing socio-economic trajectory.
Reviewing the trends driving Africa’s allure: Deepening financial inclusion Published by Simon Freemantle on 6 May 2021 Assessing the progress of Africa’s financial sector over the past decade.
Bamboo toothbrushes: Kenyan company taps into eco-conscious market Published by Kageni Muse on 6 May 2021 Manufacturer of environmentally-friendly oral and body care items hopes to cash in from increased aversion to plastic products.
Hospital-at-home startup seeks to disrupt traditional healthcare in South Africa Published by Jeanette Clark on 5 May 2021 Quro Medical combines hardware, software and the expertise of traditional doctors to manage acutely ill patients in the comfort of their homes.
Reviewing the trends driving Africa’s allure: Leapfrogging through technology Published by Simon Freemantle on 5 May 2021 Africa’s technological deepening since 2010 continues to be profound, writes Standard Bank economist Simon Freemantle.
Investing in Nigeria: Discipline is key, says asset manager Published by Rami Hajjar on 5 May 2021 As Covid-19 struck and the oil price collapsed, the share prices of asset management firm Allan Gray’s main holdings, particularly the banks, halved in Nigerian naira terms.
Reviewing the trends driving Africa’s allure: Rapid urbanisation Published by Simon Freemantle on 4 May 2021 Today, Africa has 63 cities with populations of over 1 million people – up from 49 in 2010 and 30 in 2000.
Crop storage and cold-chain solutions in Africa hold significant business potential Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 May 2021 Several entrepreneurs and investors have identified the storage and preservation of agricultural produce in Africa as an area with compelling opportunities.
Reviewing the trends driving Africa’s allure: A larger, younger and more affluent population Published by Simon Freemantle on 3 May 2021 Simon Freemantle considers the challenges and opportunities that emerge from the seismic demographic changes taking place across Africa.
Sierra Leonean entrepreneur on how he built a company that tracks construction projects with drones Published by James Torvaney on 2 May 2021 Co-founder of Track Your Build outlines the company’s journey from a small drone operator to a construction management platform used to monitor large-scale projects.
Africa Deal Roundup: 15 deal, fundraising and exit announcements in April Published by Staff Writer on 30 April 2021 A selection of African private equity deal, fundraising and exit announcements that came across our desk in April 2021.
