How to reach 200 million people by bicycle Published by Funmi Akinluyi on 10 September 2012 If you are an investor that believes in the rise of African mass consumption, the food industry is probably one of the best ways to capture the long term opportunity.
Interview: The business of flowers in Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 September 2012 Jane Ngige, chief executive of the Kenya Flower Council, speaks about the potential, challenges and future prospects of floriculture.
Five trends driving Nigeria’s investment allure Published by Kate Douglas on 8 September 2012 In a recent report by Standard Bank, analysts Simon Freemantle and Jeremy Stevens outlined five trends powering Nigeria’s appeal to investors.
Company targets Kenyans ‘aspiring to drink wine, eat cheese and smoke cigars’ Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 September 2012 Delia Stirling and her husband Andy run one of Kenya’s leading cheese producing companies, Brown’s Cheese.
Social entrepreneur connects African women to global e-commerce Published by Kate Douglas on 4 September 2012 “We believe that women are Africa’s greatest untapped resource,” says Ella Peinovich.
Jannie Mouton – from unemployed to building one of Africa’s top business empires Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 September 2012 On 3 August 1995, Jannie Mouton walked into the offices of Johannesburg-based stockbroking company SMK as managing director. When he walked out later that day he was without a job.
New mobile app aimed at teaching children Yoruba Published by Kate Douglas on 31 August 2012 “I think language skills are especially important for children of the African diaspora as language allows them to access their culture and history in a deeper, more meaningful way,” says Abake Adenle.
Always have a plan B, advises South African entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 31 August 2012 How we made it in Africa talks top Michélle Booysen, MD of Pétanque Consultancy, about the business behind assisting other businesses.
Meet the Boss: Passwell Shapi, capacity development director, AGF Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 30 August 2012 “My personal belief is that you can’t succeed in life if you don’t worry about tomorrow,” says Passwell Shapi.
Why Rwanda needs to integrate with its neighbours Published by Birgit Hansl on 29 August 2012 For Rwanda to become an emerging middle-income economy, it will need to unleash its export potential.
Death of Ethiopian PM leaves the country’s future uncertain Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 28 August 2012 The death of the 57 year old Ethiopian Prime Minister, Meles Zenawi, in a Belgian hospital last week heralded challenging times ahead for Ethiopia.
Fresh Air sees potential for no-frills service in Zimbabwe Published by Kate Douglas on 28 August 2012 Zimbabwe’s new airline Fresh Air believes it has identified a gap in the local market for low-cost air travel.
Influx of foreign investors pushes demand for office space in Accra Published by Claude Harding on 28 August 2012 Foreign investors are driving demand for office space in Ghana’s capital Accra, according to property group Broll.
Nigerian designer discusses the business of fashion Published by Kate Douglas on 28 August 2012 “I view entrepreneurship as a vehicle for the realisation of one’s vision, dreams and passion,” says Kiki Kamanu.
