How to become an African success story: Six tips from Zambeef’s boss Published by Kate Douglas on 6 November 2014 ‘There was no empire in the beginning I can assure you of that,’ said Francis Grogan, co-founder and CEO of Zambeef.
British shoe maker Clarks eyeing African opportunities Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 5 November 2014 British high street footwear brand Clarks is set to double the number of stores it has in Africa.
Rising brand consciousness among Zambian middle class Published by Kate Douglas on 29 October 2014 Abhilash Bajpai, director of home electronics and appliances retailer, Radian Stores, talks about the rise in brand consciousness he is seeing in Zambia.
Marketing on a budget in Africa: Mi-Fone’s founder shares his strategies Published by Kate Douglas on 27 October 2014 Alpesh Patel, founder of Africa’s Mi-Fone, shares some of the strategies the brand has employed to place it in the game.
South African CEO sends unusual warning to Pizza Hut and Domino’s Pizza Published by Jaco Maritz on 14 October 2014 In a frank statement, Famous Brands CEO warns the two American pizza brands not to expect an easy ride in South Africa.
Meet the Boss: Jaswinder Bedi, CEO, Bedi Investments Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 13 October 2014 “I wouldn’t call myself a workaholic, but my wife does.”
African fashion with a Swedish touch Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 October 2014 There is currently “a big push for African designs” globally, says Cecilia Östman of fashion company Njema Helena.
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.
