Why this private equity firm is betting on a Kenyan biscuit manufacturer Published by Kate Douglas on 16 May 2017 Opportunities in the biscuit business in Kenya and beyond.
Africa’s FMCG industry: Navigating between opportunity and uncertainty Published by Pamela Wadi and Max Gebhart on 21 April 2017 Examining the various issues facing the FMCG sector in Africa, and the opportunities that exist for potential investors should these risks be mitigated.
How to make the Internet of Things work for Africa Published by Martin Hall on 11 April 2017 The new Internet of Things has the potential to compensate for Africa’s legacies of underdevelopment.
Winging it: The man behind Nairobi’s first chicken wings only fast-food joint Published by Nelly Murungi on 1 April 2017 Paul Kihiko on the ups and downs of the restaurant business.
How Philips is dealing with slower growth in key African markets Published by Kate Douglas on 31 March 2017 We speak to Jasper Westerink, the new CEO of Phillips Africa, on the company’s strategies for markets like Nigeria and South Africa.
Woodstock Brewery owner talks craft beer in South Africa and beyond Published by Justin Probyn on 20 March 2017 ‘Craft brewing is a perfect mix between art, science and business.’
Building a thriving furniture business with a hammer and a few rusty nails Published by Justin Probyn on 27 February 2017 How this husband-and-wife team started Eco Furniture Design from their garage.
The story of a ‘born global’ South African ice tea brand Published by Chris Human and Geoff Bick on 21 February 2017 How this small local company struck it big.
South African paint company bullish about east African market Published by Justin Probyn on 14 February 2017 ‘As the middle class grows, the need for more and more housing increases. And obviously more houses and apartment buildings really helps our business.’
How big supermarket chains in southern Africa keep out small suppliers Published by Reena das Nair on 7 February 2017 Large supermarket chains have considerable buyer power, and are often able to control pricing and trading terms with suppliers.
How Becky Ndegwa stumbled upon her successful traditional blanket business Published by Nelly Murungi on 23 January 2017 The product has found its way into the hands of well-known personalities such as Oprah and Don Moen.
Fashionomics 101: An African industry that could be worth $15bn by 2021 Published by Kate Douglas on 20 December 2016 The African Development Bank is trying to increase the continent’s share of the global fashion value chain.
Ethiopia’s emerging wine industry luring consumers locally and abroad Published by Kate Douglas on 13 December 2016 A plan hatched a decade ago by the former Ethiopian Prime Minister is starting to take off.
Juba traders suffering from South Sudan’s financial woes Published by Jill Craig on 13 December 2016 Oil export revenues have declined due to a decrease in production and in global crude prices.
