From Nigeria to Kenya: Entrepreneurs turning Africa’s plastic waste into wealth Published by Staff Writer on 9 September 2024 From Nigeria to Ethiopia and Kenya, these three entrepreneurs have spotted opportunities in Africa’s waste recycling industry.
Kenyan entrepreneur identifies opportunities in honey and wellness market Published by Peter Changtoek on 21 August 2024 “You will not wake up one day and find yourself making millions. You have to be disciplined,” says Easter Kojwang, founder of Eastnat Foods.
Unlocking East Africa’s agribusiness potential: Insights from investor Published by Staff Writer on 28 July 2024 Investor Saskia van der Mast shares her insights on successful agribusiness models in East Africa and highlights untapped opportunities in the sector.
From Zurich investment banking to building a recycling company in Kenya Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 July 2024 Entrepreneur Keiran Smith left his investment banking career in Zurich to establish Mr Green Africa, a plastic waste recycling company in Kenya.
Lessons from nearly two decades of investing in East Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 July 2024 DOB Equity has backed well-known companies like M-Kopa, Twiga Foods, and Victory Farms. Former co-CEO Saskia van der Mast shares the investment lessons she has learned and her insights on the region’s business environment.
Nigerian furniture maker inspires Kenyan entrepreneur to launch own venture Published by Hope Mukami on 5 June 2024 Inspiration from a Nigerian furniture maker and funds stashed for a trip to Dubai allowed Emily Wangui to start her own business.
Wandia Gichuru on building a fashion business in Kenya and beyond Published by Stanford Seed on 5 May 2024 Thirteen years ago, what later became a leading women’s fashion brand in Kenya consisted of several boxes of clothes in Wandia Gichuru’s living room.
The Nigerian investor behind some of Africa’s biggest deals Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 May 2024 An interview with Tope Lawani, the co-founder and managing partner of Helios Investment Partners, an Africa-focused private equity firm.
Why this investment firm backed a luxury farming product from Kenya Published by Staff Writer on 23 February 2024 In 2021, private equity firm Adenia backed a Kenyan farm producing a niche product that managing partner Alexis Caude equates to a luxury item.
Room for growth in Kenya’s modern retail sector Published by Staff Writer on 17 February 2024 Over 70% of goods are still purchased from informal, small stores rather than from air-conditioned supermarkets.
From solar power to luxury roses: Investor discusses opportunities in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 15 February 2024 Alexis Caude, managing partner of Africa-focused private equity firm Adenia Partners, shares his investment insights.
3D printed homes in Kenya: A future blueprint for affordable housing? Published by Jaco Maritz on 23 November 2023 Near the town of Kilifi on the Kenyan coast, stand 10 unique homes, not built by hand, but printed using a giant 3D concrete printer.
Real estate investor carves profitable niche in African affordable housing Published by Jeanette Clark on 17 November 2023 While many real estate developers avoid affordable housing, Johannesburg-based IHS has crafted a profitable model for such projects in South Africa and beyond.
Backing African healthcare startups: Insights from Kenya-based investor Published by Jeanette Clark on 3 October 2023 Villgro Africa CEO talks about investment opportunities within the healthcare sector, specifically in areas such as AI, supply chain, and medical diagnostic devices.