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.
Like wine, business people get better with age, says award-winning entrepreneur Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 11 July 2014 “Success does not come in one day,” says top Kenyan entrepreneur Jennifer Riria.
How African companies can get the most out of Generation Y employees Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 July 2014 They might be impatient and less loyal, but Gen Y staff also have a lot to offer.
Meet the Boss: Jennifer Riria, CEO, Kenya Women Holding Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 9 July 2014 How we made it in Africa speaks to Jennifer Riria, the 2014 Kenyan country winner of the EY World Entrepreneur of the Year award.
How a Kenyan bakery is taking on the challenges of the business world Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 July 2014 “Don’t think you will start a business and a year down the line you are the big guy in town.”
Top entrepreneur Jennifer Riria proved that women are bankable Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 July 2014 Microfinance banker Jennifer Riria explains why she built a business around providing finance to Kenyan women.
Kenya’s private security industry booming due to terror threats Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 July 2014 Since last year’s Westgate mall shooting, demand for private security has increased.
Meet the Boss: Christopher Everard, general manager, Ultimate Security Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 30 June 2014 “You don’t need to be tough in this business, you just need to be playing right in the middle of the pitch.”
How to get ahead in life: Thoughts from Kenya’s top young professionals Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 26 June 2014 How we made it in Africa talks to some of the finalists of the Rising Star Awards.
Kenya’s new hotels and restaurants creating opportunities for interior contractors Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 25 June 2014 “We are seeing more demand for our services as more new hotels near completion.”
Can Kenya’s tourism industry bounce back from terror attacks? Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 June 2014 Over the last 12 months Kenya has suffered numerous terror attacks that have killed close to 200 people and dented the country’s image abroad.
Meet the Boss: James Omwando, CEO, KK Security Published by Staff Writer on 20 June 2014 “If there is a crisis I don’t panic.”
