How Africa’s entrepreneurs are changing the direction of globalisation Published by Rapelang Rabana on 28 January 2019 Africa is in a position to solve its challenges using exponential technologies, and in doing so, it can leapfrog what exists in countries with higher gross national income.
Meet the Boss: Colin Iles, MD, Absa Group Limited Published by Justin Probyn on 19 January 2019 ‘I’m not great at relaxing. My worst nightmare is being forced to experience a massage or sunbathe on the beach.’
Startup snapshot: Using Airbnb bookings as collateral for loans Published by Justin Probyn on 16 January 2019 AirAdvance provides cash advances for Airbnb hosts based on their confirmed future bookings.
Meet the Boss: Clive Butkow, CEO, Kalon Venture Partners Published by Justin Probyn on 7 December 2018 ‘I believe that every person should be in permanent beta and a work in progress, as learning is a journey not a destination.’
Due Diligence: ‘Spreadsheets are always wrong,’ says private equity boss Published by Michael Avery on 30 November 2018 ‘You need to be able to roll with the punches and keep making the right decisions in difficult times.’
South Africa: How PPPs can kickstart infrastructure development in the ailing education sector Published by Staff Writer on 27 November 2018 Government has funds available and the private sector has agility.
How South African tech startups scale and succeed Published by Staff Writer on 23 November 2018 Four startup founders reveal some of their secrets to success.
The journey so far: Madoda Khuzwayo, CEO, Hiringly Published by Justin Probyn on 15 November 2018 ‘The truth is nothing can fully prepare you for the life as an entrepreneur.’
The journey so far: Themba Ndala, director, Ritevac Media Published by Justin Probyn on 8 November 2018 ‘Success is not a one-man show, it’s teamwork.’
Meet the Boss: Steven Isaacson, CEO, Kevro Holdings Published by Justin Probyn on 30 October 2018 ‘Something big is happening around us and I believe the African continent represents a huge opportunity.’
Startup snapshot: Entrepreneur seeks to capitalise on the Fourth Industrial Revolution Published by Justin Probyn on 25 October 2018 Veronica Motloutsi’s company, SmartDigital Solutions, is an is an internet and digital services provider and consultant.
Meet the Boss: Jurie Swart, CEO, African Infrastructure Investment Managers Published by Justin Probyn on 13 October 2018 ‘I had to carve out my own path from a young age and learn very quickly to be amiable and get on well with others.’
The journey so far: Katlego Maphai, co-founder and CEO, Yoco Published by Justin Probyn on 27 September 2018 ‘There’s a great deal of personal sacrifice as you’re building something up. It takes all of you.’
Startup snapshot: Opportunity and risk in Africa’s untapped insurance industry Published by Justin Probyn on 19 September 2018 Inclusivity Solutions delivers insurance products through digital channels in Cotê d’Ivoire, Rwanda and Kenya.