‘Empowering entrepreneurs means growing a country’s economy’ Published by Business Partners team on 23 April 2014 Entrepreneurs are economic development assets a country should support, says Christo Botes.
Dreaming big is how Kenyan doctor built her own private hospital Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 April 2014 Her medical training stood Dr Betty Gikonyo in good stead to become CEO of The Karen Hospital.
Potato chip manufacturer talks about getting Nigerians to buy local Published by Kate Douglas on 22 April 2014 “We as Nigerians always believe that foreign brands are better than locally made brands… which poses a challenge to us.”
Exploring new business ventures in the South African market Published by Staff Writer on 22 April 2014 The South African economy presents opportunities for entrepreneurs.
Report: Africa’s economic prosperity at risk from instability Published by Mariama Diallo on 18 April 2014 Economic progress does not just depend on having impressive numbers of GDP growth, high-rise buildings or first-class highways.
Yes, Nigeria is Africa’s biggest economy, but don’t expect a quick buck Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 April 2014 Investors interested in Nigeria should be prepared, and be in it for the long term.
Seven South African tech startups hoping to grab your attention Published by Staff Writer on 17 April 2014 From pet food to dating to rentals, 88mph has a range of startups under its wing.
From New York to Lagos: The inspiration behind a new taxi app in Nigeria Published by Kate Douglas on 16 April 2014 The Easy Taxi Nigeria app links customers with reputable drivers in Lagos and Abuja.
Private equity firm backing affordable housing projects in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 April 2014 “We want to build houses and get supply of houses into this middle-income market.”
How David Mwendele is making money to fund his youth charity Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 April 2014 “I was very frustrated seeing fellow youth who were not lucky enough to get an education suffering.”
Why a former doctor decided to start an online supermarket in Nigeria Published by Kate Douglas on 15 April 2014 “Gloo.ng is an outpouring of affection to my wife, and by extension, to all our target users,” says founder.
Using the high-end health market for regional integration in Africa Published by Seye Abimbola on 15 April 2014 Increasingly more tourists are visiting African countries to receive healthcare.
Gossy Ukanwoke – Nigeria’s online university pioneer Published by Jaco Maritz on 15 April 2014 Offering courses in a variety of subjects, Beni American University students access all material online.
Takeaways big business as Famous Brands expands across East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 April 2014 Restaurant company plans to launch its Mugg & Bean coffee shop chain in Nairobi.
