The man who built Kenya’s Mimosa Pharmacy chain Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 October 2014 How Chris Getonga built and sold a successful pharmacy chain.
Random reflections from a week in Lusaka Published by Kate Douglas on 30 September 2014 How we made it in Africa’s‘s Kate Douglas reflects on some of the business and social characteristics of Lusaka.
Franchising: red flags and opportunities Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 29 September 2014 How we made it in Africa speaks to experts about what entrepreneurs should know before becoming a franchisee in Africa.
How Dutch-based Vlisco became one of Africa’s most popular fashion companies Published by Staff Writer on 26 September 2014 Vlisco has products for every price point.
Pizza Hut not fazed by sluggish South African economy Published by Jaco Maritz on 23 September 2014 Pizza Hut aims to ‘fish where the fish are’ in South Africa.
KFC, Subway, Steers: Talking restaurant franchising in East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 19 September 2014 In the last five years a number of international restaurant franchises have opened in East Africa.
How Java became East Africa’s largest coffee chain Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 September 2014 How we made it in Africa talks to Kevin Ashley to find out how he built Nairobi Java House into the success story it is today.
Restaurateur on why he is leaving KFC Kenya to rebuild the Kengeles brand Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 11 September 2014 Gavin Bell hopes to take the lessons he has acquired running KFC to rebuild his brand Kengeles.
Pizza Hut looking for slice of South African restaurant market Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 September 2014 The Pizza Hut restaurant brand has returned to South Africa, with the first outlet expected to open in Johannesburg next week.
Liquor giant replacing imports with local manufacturing in key African markets Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 August 2014 Distell has acquired land for factories in both Angola and Nigeria.
Pakistani businessman moves from Dubai to set up restaurant in Nairobi Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 August 2014 “Succeeding in Kenya depends on how much patience and risk appetite you have.”
How Kenya’s Terry Mungai built her beauty empire Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 August 2014 Terry Mungai’s rise to the top was not without its challenges.
Pros and cons of buying a franchise business: Perspectives from an entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 27 August 2014 Johan Kilian talks about his decision to become a Pie City franchisee.
Simba Corp – from small car dealership to leading conglomerate Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 20 August 2014 Kenya’s Simba Corp has successfully diversified its business.