African fashion with a Swedish touch Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 October 2014 There is currently “a big push for African designs” globally, says Cecilia Östman of fashion company Njema Helena.
The man who built Kenya’s Mimosa Pharmacy chain Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 October 2014 How Chris Getonga built and sold a successful pharmacy chain.
Franchising: red flags and opportunities Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 29 September 2014 How we made it in Africa speaks to experts about what entrepreneurs should know before becoming a franchisee in Africa.
Meet the Boss: Alastair Cavenagh, businessman, Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 26 September 2014 “I do not believe in companies run by ‘yes men’ at managerial level.”
Business lessons from Kenyan rally champion Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 September 2014 “It is important to balance work and play, or life becomes very boring.”
Westgate one year on: Entrepreneurs recount their experiences Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 September 2014 How we made it in Africa speaks to the business owners who were affected by the tragedy.
Nairobi Java House CEO shares secrets behind chain’s success Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 September 2014 Java’s CEO Kevin Ashley shares with How we made it in Africa the reasons for the company’s success.
KFC, Subway, Steers: Talking restaurant franchising in East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 19 September 2014 In the last five years a number of international restaurant franchises have opened in East Africa.
Lizzie Wanyoike’s journey from teacher to education entrepreneur Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 September 2014 How we made it in Africa speaks to Lizzie Wanyoike, CEO of the Nairobi Institute of Business Studies.
People on the move: Austine Odhiambo, Retail Network Manager, Engen Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 September 2014 “I admire US business mogul Donald Trump for his resilience.”
How Java became East Africa’s largest coffee chain Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 September 2014 How we made it in Africa talks to Kevin Ashley to find out how he built Nairobi Java House into the success story it is today.
Meet the Boss: Kevin Ashley, CEO, Nairobi Java House Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 September 2014 “Anyone who has an opportunity to work for a blue chip company where they learn systems, structures and procedures should do it.”
Why a brand is not simply your company’s name or logo Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 September 2014 “Brand is the business of business,” says Kenya’s Eva Muraya.
‘No secret to doing business in Africa,’ says Nakumatt MD Atul Shah Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 11 September 2014 “Just deliver your promises to customers and respect the cultural norms.”