Foreign-born development fantasies will make African cities a nightmare Published by Vanessa Watson on 6 August 2014 African cities have become the world’s next property investment frontier.
Can the Smart Jacket become a competitive advantage for motorcycle taxis? Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 6 August 2014 Motorcycle taxis are one of the leading causes of road accidents in Kenya.
Jovago hopes to make online hotel bookings the norm in East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 4 August 2014 How we made it in Africa talks to Estelle Verdier, head of hotel booking site Jovago in East Africa.
Africa’s local dynamos: Five companies changing the rules of business Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 August 2014 These “local dynamos” are winning customers through innovative business models.
Meet the Boss: Eva Muraya, CEO, Brand Strategy and Design Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 30 July 2014 “I have a lot of risk appetite. I work very hard and I apply my creativity.”
How this fruit business was turned around from the brink of collapse Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 24 July 2014 “I have learned to keep my friends close and my creditors closer.”
Can Silicon Savannah’s software success be replicated in hardware? Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 July 2014 While Kenya made its name in software, a handful of entrepreneurs are now taking the leap into developing hardware.
Jewellery boss on why her business is about more than just making money Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 July 2014 How we made it in Africa talks to Njuhi Chege, founder of RiRi Jewellery.
Danone acquires stake in dairy company linked to Kenyan president Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 21 July 2014 French food giant Danone has bought a 40% stake in East African milk processor Brookside Dairy.
Newspaper hopes to lure young readers by cutting political coverage Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 20 July 2014 Xtra Publishing wants to grow its Nairobi newspaper brand across the continent.
East African oil and gas discoveries could kick-start economic transformation Published by Staff Writer on 16 July 2014 Standard Bank expects East African oil and gas discoveries to fundamentally transform the region’s economies.
African tech investor wants to back rule-breaking, unconventional thinkers Published by Jaco Maritz on 16 July 2014 Mbwana Alliy identifies the traits and qualities he looks for in an entrepreneur.
Meet the BRCK – rugged internet for Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 14 July 2014 An innovative new product aims to improve internet access in emerging markets.
Thoughts on tribalism and cultural prejudice in the African workplace Published by Kate Douglas on 11 July 2014 Four multinationals share their experiences of employee tribalism or cultural prejudice in Africa.
