Talking business with the founder of Ethiopia’s Kaldi’s Coffee chain Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 6 November 2015 Kaldi’s Coffee has been described at Ethiopia’s version of Starbucks. We talk to founder Tseday Asrat.
Ethiopia has undersupply of branded hotel chains Published by Jaco Maritz on 26 October 2015 Hotel operators could benefit from Ethiopia’s growing tourism sector, rising business travel and Addis Ababa’s position as the continent’s diplomatic capital.
The buzz surrounding Ethiopian coffee Published by Sierk Plaat on 14 September 2015 Ethiopia’s coffee potential is being stifled by downstream hurdles in the coffee value chain.
Linking US-based investors with opportunities in Ethiopia Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 August 2015 Renew makes it possible for Americans to make small investments in Africa, and gradually build confidence in the continent and the opportunities it offers.
From local to global: Spur’s evolution into a pan-African restaurant franchisor Published by Kate Douglas on 27 July 2015 Spur Corporation is planning to expand to 100 restaurants in Africa (excluding South Africa) over the next five years.
The changing face of Ethiopia Published by Masimba Tafirenyika on 1 July 2015 An assertive nation flexes its economic muscle.
Q&A: Why Ethiopia ‘just cannot be ignored anymore’ Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 June 2015 Addis Alemayehou, managing partner of advertising agency 251 Communications, talks about the opportunities in the Ethiopian market.
Talking the business of fashion with Ethiopian designer Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 May 2015 “I started from the bottom, but I have an opportunity to make it to the top and live a life that is beyond paying my bills.”
Ethiopia: Big demand for housing, hotels Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 4 May 2015 Ethiopia’s capital is undergoing a major construction boom.
Why foreign-educated Ethiopians are returning home Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 30 April 2015 Young professionals are heading back home after spending years living and studying abroad.
Start-up snapshot: Weddings can be costly… or an income source Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 April 2015 How we made it in Africa talks to Rezene Gebresilassie, founder of wedding services company Mushira Entertainment.
Start-up snapshot: Storage solutions for small living spaces Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 April 2015 K-Home Design produces fabric-based shoe racks and document organisers.
Ethiopian tech hub making life easier for entrepreneurs Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 20 April 2015 It is an uphill battle for Ethiopia’s young tech entrepreneurs.
Ethiopia’s banking industry slowly evolving Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 April 2015 Ethiopia’s financial services industry is one of the least developed in the region.