Profit-making idea: Producing fertiliser in Uganda from agricultural by-products Published by Jeanette Clark on 25 October 2021 Agriculture CEO Pamela Anyoti Peronaci believes there is a gap for local producers of fertiliser.
How this Dutch entrepreneur built an organic agribusiness company in East Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 22 October 2021 Shares Uganda specialises in the export of three commodities from Uganda to Europe: chia, sesame and bird’s eye chilli.
Supplying fries to international fast-food chains: Kenyan company sees big potential Published by Tom Collins on 21 October 2021 Founder of Sereni Fries talks about how he capitalised on opportunities in the potato industry and the growth potential that lies ahead.
Exporting chillies from Uganda to Europe: How this entrepreneur built her business Published by Jeanette Clark on 19 October 2021 Pamela Anyoti Peronaci, founder of Sunshine Agro Products, outlines the steps she took to establish her agribusiness enterprise.
Africa’s farmers are increasingly using digital tools but not everyone feels the benefits Published by Nita Bhalla on 15 October 2021 From renting tractors to monitoring crops by satellite, a slew of agri-tech innovations have emerged over the last decade to serve Africa’s long-neglected small-scale farmers.
Craft chocolate: Ugandan manufacturer biting into rising global demand Published by James Torvaney on 15 October 2021 An interview with Jeff Steinberg, founder of Latitude Craft Chocolate, a specialty cocoa and craft chocolate producer based in Uganda.
Exporting chillies and superfoods from Zambia: Company taps into growing market Published by Staff Writer on 11 October 2021 Germany-based agribusiness company Amatheon Agri is ramping up its production of spices and superfoods in Africa as global demand for these products continues to increase.
Nigeria: Agribusiness CEO shares fundraising lessons after securing $3m Published by James Torvaney on 11 October 2021 Nigerian dried fruit snacks producer ReelFruit recently raised $3 million from investors. Founder and CEO Affiong Williams reflects on her fundraising experience.
How this South African built a pet food company that exports globally Published by Jeanette Clark on 8 October 2021 South African entrepreneur Nhlanhla Dlamini capitalised on demand for healthier and more nutritional pet snacks.
Ghana: Entrepreneur turns the ancient grain fonio into a solid business Published by Pearl Akanya Ofori - bird Story Agency on 5 October 2021 Amaati Group’s fonio products are distributed in Ghana as well as exported abroad. Here’s how founder Salma Abdulai built the company.
Nigeria: Taking local foods global, starting with African breadfruit (ukwa) Published by Jaco Maritz on 4 October 2021 Chichi Eriobu, CEO of Phronesis Foods, saw a gap in the market to sell processed and packaged ukwa to consumers in Nigeria and beyond.
Young Zimbabweans see money-making opportunities in farming Published by Tafadzwa Ufumeli on 1 October 2021 Baldwin Mazango is an example of a new, young, generation of farmers leading a silent revolution in the continent’s vast farmlands.
Producing plantain flour and other foods: Nigerian entrepreneur shares her experiences Published by Ben Jackson on 29 September 2021 Founder of Dasun Integrated Farms outlines her journey of starting a food production company.
Nigeria: Entrepreneur grows smoked catfish venture into diversified food business Published by Tom Collins on 28 September 2021 Graemoh Foods CEO discusses how he started his company as well as growth opportunities and industry challenges.
