How Uganda is turning waste into power Published by Sophie Mbugua on 3 February 2015 Across East Africa, increases in processing of agricultural products is being accompanied by an increase in organic waste.
Oil or fish? Why Ghana should balance oil production and fishing activities Published by Stephen Yeboah and Martha Amoako on 3 February 2015 Small-scale fishermen who live on Ghana’s western coast struggle to sustain their livelihoods with offshore oil exploration activities expanding.
Five African investment hotspots for 2015 Published by Alvaro Sobrinho on 30 January 2015 I’m often asked where I’ll will be investing in the coming months and years? So here are five hotspots that I’d highlight for 2015.
Start-up snapshot: Preparing Nigerian university hopefuls for exams Published by Kate Douglas on 30 January 2015 Prepclass provides a database of study content to help prepare prospective university students for their JAMB exams.
Decrease of oil prices: An opportunity to end the smuggling of gas in Benin? Published by Daniel Ndoye on 30 January 2015 Arriving in Benin, you will certainly notice all the cans and fuel bottles sold on every street corner.
‘South African wine industry must adjust its Africa strategy, before it loses out’ Published by Kate Douglas on 29 January 2015 The majority of Africans shop at informal outlets, and this is where South African wines need to improve their presence, says Craig Irving.
Moving towards a cashless public transport system in Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 January 2015 The ‘My1963’ card enables passengers to pay their fares without using cash.
Lower oil prices and South Africa: A positive in a sea of negatives Published by Kate Douglas on 28 January 2015 South African consumers should benefit from easing inflation, lower fuel costs, and increased disposable income, said Nedbank economist.
Jonathan Somen’s journey of building and selling a multi-million dollar IT business Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 26 January 2015 Jonathan Somen is one of East Africa’s most successful entrepreneurs.
Top sectors for South African entrepreneurs to capitalise on in 2015 Published by Staff Writer on 26 January 2015 South Africa’s many challenges provide opportunities for entrepreneurs to take advantage of.
South Africa’s top suburbs for luxury homes Published by Staff Writer on 26 January 2015 Cape Town’s Atlantic seaboard suburbs dominate the list.
Kenyan retailer Chandarana gearing up for faster growth Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 25 January 2015 Chandarana plans to double its number of outlets over the next five years.
After selling company for $500k, Joel Mwale now wants to change the way we learn Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 January 2015 At the young age of 21, Joel Mwale has already achieved a lot.
How local companies can benefit from China’s presence in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 20 January 2015 Negative perceptions stand in the way of local companies forging business partnerships with their Chinese counterparts.
