The journey so far: Michael Femi Simeon, CEO, VoguePay Published by Justin Probyn on 13 September 2018 ‘If I take a decision on something, I have to make sure it is equitable.’
Startup snapshot: Nigeria’s Paystack wants to modernise payments, and they’ve raised $10m to do it Published by Justin Probyn on 4 September 2018 The startup has received funding from big names like Visa, Y Combinator, and Tencent, among others.
Six tips for African entrepreneurs and companies on successfully raising capital Published by Mansur Nuruddin on 17 August 2018 Capital raising is a marathon not a sprint.
Making it rain for smallholder farmers: How Thomas Njeru capitalised on a gap in the agricultural insurance market Published by Vince Matinde on 13 August 2018 His company devised a way to embed the insurance product with other products that farmers wanted to purchase, such as seeds and fertilisers.
Richard de Roos: Renminbi presents Africa with cost and efficiency advantages Published by Richard de Roos on 13 August 2018 Slow uptake of Chinese currency in Africa belies the renminbi’s potential to support African growth, says Standard Bank Group foreign exchange head.
The journey so far: Rahul Jain, CEO, Peach Payments Published by Justin Probyn on 10 August 2018 ‘You don’t need a “killer” idea. What you need for success is execution.’
Will foreign banks be beneficial for Ethiopia? Published by Rafiq Raji on 19 July 2018 Research suggest foreign banks do not always help the financial development of poor countries.
From the dream of a cashless Africa to a constantly expanding startup: The Zoona story Published by Mike Quinn on 16 July 2018 Like all venture capital-backed startups, Zoona has been through its fair share of ups and downs.
Philip Panaino: Could Africa’s long-term trading currency be the renminbi? Published by Philip Panaino on 13 July 2018 Standard Chartered regional head on what is required to facilitate the renminbis next growth phase in Africa.
The journey so far: Ken Njoroge, CEO, Cellulant Corporation Published by Justin Probyn on 12 July 2018 ‘It’s not a new idea that wins, but the execution.’
RMB Corvest in long-term partnerships for success Published by RMB Corvest on 12 July 2018 Private equity specialist RMB Corvest has routinely achieved considerable returns by establishing mutually beneficial long-term partnerships in businesses with proven track records.
Profit-making idea: Capitalising on blockchain technology in Africa Published by Nelly Murungi on 11 July 2018 Mastering the use of blockchain technology in Africa.
Michelle Ashworth: What role can DFIs play in promoting the African VC ecosystem? Published by Michelle Ashworth on 29 June 2018 Venture consultant likens Africa’s young VC market to that of Europe’s, China’s and India’s just prior to the maturation of their ecosystems.
Startup snapshot: Nigerian savings platform promoting financial discipline Published by Justin Probyn on 27 June 2018 ‘The biggest mistake I ever made, was expanding and hiring too fast,’ says Piggybank.ng co-founder Odunayo Eweniyi.
