Interview: The woman behind food delivery company Mama Meals on Wheels Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 February 2013 “If you are in the food business, you will make money as long as you give good quality,” says Naisiadet Mason.
‘Quitting is never an option,’ says Kenyan restaurant entrepreneur Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 29 January 2013 Dinfin Mulupi sat down with the Tamarind Group co-owner and chairman Martin Dunford.
Traditional Kenyan restaurant attracts expats and tourists Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 25 January 2013 How we made it in Africa’s talks to Pamela Muyeshi, owner of Amaica restaurant, about the Kenyan restaurant industry and being a woman entrepreneur.
Interview: The company behind the Lagos version of Monopoly Published by Kate Douglas on 23 January 2013 How we made it in Africa speaks to Nimi Akinkugbe, CEO of Bestman Games.
How fast-food chain KFC addresses local cultures and tastes in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 January 2013 “A Zambian is as different to a Nigerian, as an Italian is different to a Russian, and people need to start to understand that.”
Meet the Boss: Tabitha Karanja, CEO, Keroche Breweries (Kenya) Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 December 2012 Tabitha Karanja is the founder of Keroche Breweries, the first ever beer factory to be owned by a Kenyan.
iTunes Africa launch promises change in music market Published by Peter Cox on 18 December 2012 This month, Apple announced the launch of their iTunes music store in 56 countries, including 14 on the African continent.
Ethiopia’s soleRebels footwear brand takes on the Asian market Published by Kate Douglas on 11 December 2012 Ethiopia’s soleRebels footwear brand was recently featured in the December edition of the Chinese Vogue alongside well established brands such as Armani, Chanel, Gucci and Valentino.
Africa’s consumer story has legs, but needs better understanding Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 December 2012 David Cowan, a senior economist for Africa at Citigroup, believes there needs to be a better understanding of the continent’s growing middle class.
How to profit from Africa’s different consumer groups Published by Kate Douglas on 2 December 2012 A recent report reveals some interesting consumer behaviour trends that can help retailers better understand the needs of their African customers.
Young Nigerian talks about starting out in the fashion industry Published by Kate Douglas on 23 November 2012 How we made it in Africa talks to Akintola Akindele, founder of Bandit Urban Clothing – a new, youthful, urban, fashion brand in Nigeria.
How Burger King came to sub-Saharan Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 15 November 2012 The story of how Burger King came to sub-Saharan Africa started at a horse race in Dubai.
Ten African countries with high consumption growth potential Published by Femi Adewunmi on 9 November 2012 Which African countries have the best outlook for consumer goods?
Nigeria and Angola increasingly important markets for South African wine Published by Kate Douglas on 8 November 2012 How we made it in Africa speaks to Matome Mbatha, market manager for the Americas and Africa at Wines of South Africa.
