Kenyan island business makes high-end handbags from washed up objects Published by Kate Douglas on 27 January 2014 Founder of artistic creation company Ali Omar talks about his budding business on the Kenyan island of Lamu.
Farming and food in Africa and the battle over land, water and resource rights Published by Ruth Hall on 27 January 2014 “Investment in African farmers – rather than investment that dispossesses them – can produce ample, healthy and safe food.”
Common mistakes made by private equity firms in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 24 January 2014 While the potential exists for private equity managers to make great returns in Africa, so does the potential to make mistakes.
Africa moving forward, but significant work remains, says Old Mutual boss Published by Jaco Maritz on 23 January 2014 Even though one of his company’s projects had been nationalised, Julian Roberts remains optimistic about Africa’s future.
How to best navigate the waters of securing finance for your business Published by Staff Writer on 23 January 2014 Advice for entrepreneurs on how to access funding for their businesses.
Failure is a crucial part of entrepreneur James Panaito’s success Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 January 2014 A self-proclaimed hustler, this Kenyan entrepreneur tells how he loves to solve problems with technology.
Young CEO invents navigational technology for the blind Published by Kate Douglas on 22 January 2014 The Mubser prototype uses RGB imaging and infrared depth data to help blind people to imagine their surroundings.
Taking on the Nollywood pirates Published by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu on 22 January 2014 Piracy and distribution are issues that are hurting Nigeria’s successful film and music industry.
Consumer preferences in Africa a stew of nuance and complexity Published by Dianna Games on 21 January 2014 “Companies that fail to dig deep into the consumer psyche in African markets before making a move are bound to fail.”
Entrepreneur aims to boost online payments in East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 21 January 2014 Kenyan firm 3G Direct Pay plugged a hole in the travel sector by providing a platform for online commerce.
Made in Ethiopia: Fashion retailer H&M looks to sub-Saharan Africa for suppliers Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 January 2014 “We see great potential in Ethiopia and we see that we can contribute to jobs and reduce the unemployment in the country.”
Domino’s Pizza aiming to be the big cheese in Nigeria Published by Kate Douglas on 20 January 2014 Expanding food brands across Nigeria involves customer education and investment in the supply chain.
How this university drop-out built a multi-million dollar empire Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 20 January 2014 Kenya’s Heshan de Silva believes in investing in businesses that will make a difference.
Mi-Fone’s Alpesh Patel on starting a mobile phone company from scratch Published by Jaco Maritz on 20 January 2014 “We have what it takes to take on the big guys and beat them at their own game.”
