Nine tips for business owners on how to increase their cash flow Published by Staff Writer on 22 July 2013 The age-old statement of ‘cash is king’ has never been truer than it is right now for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
Meet the Boss: Danie Steyn, GM, Intel East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 July 2013 “I believe you need to assume responsibility when you see an opportunity and not wait for people to give you the opportunities.”
How soleRebels became one of Africa’s most celebrated footwear brands Published by Making It Magazine on 19 July 2013 An innovative footwear manufacturer is helping to transform the economic landscape in Ethiopia.
Why Africa should have a regional approach to its energy development Published by Ken Opalo on 19 July 2013 A key area that will require greater and smarter investment to fuel the region’s economic growth will be the energy sector.
Intel boss provides six tips for international companies looking to enter Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 July 2013 For international companies planning to enter Africa, the market offers a mix of unique prospects and a myriad of challenges.
Ghanaian tech entrepreneur says good relationships are everything in business Published by Anthony Sedzro on 18 July 2013 “You don’t build a successful business around products. A successful business thrives on good relationships.”
Why business people should give Sierra Leone a second look Published by Kate Douglas on 18 July 2013 “One of the biggest challenges is the misconception about the state of insecurity, particularly for those who have never been to Sierra Leone.”
Hotel group sees opportunities in Africa’s emerging industrial towns Published by Kate Douglas on 17 July 2013 Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, with brands such as Radisson Blu, has identified a number of African cities with strong business potential.
Nigeria’s film industry enters South African market Published by Peter Cox on 17 July 2013 iROKOtv, a website that streams movies and also a DVD distributor, has just entered the South African market.
How KikoRomeo became one of East Africa’s leading fashion labels Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 July 2013 Ann McCreath quit her job at an NGO to start KikoRomeo, which is today one of East Africa’s leading fashion brands.
Africa’s urbanisation: making sense of the numbers Published by Tielman Nieuwoudt on 16 July 2013 “In Africa, population estimates don’t always tell the full story,” writes Tielman Nieuwoudt, principal at The Supply Chain Lab.
How South Africa’s business leaders are working with the government Published by Thero Setiloane on 15 July 2013 South Africa emerged from apartheid almost 20 years ago, but lately has been straining under the weight of expectations.
The business behind financial inclusion in Africa for MasterCard Published by Kate Douglas on 15 July 2013 “Africa is on the move, and those that have the first mover advantage will definitely have a leg up,” said MasterCard’s sub-Saharan Africa division president.
From refugee camps to parties – why tents are big business in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 July 2013 Asim Shah, CEO of Tarpo Industries, talks about the tent manufacturing business.
