The journey so far: Mawuli Tse, director, Solar Light Africa Published by Nelly Murungi on 19 August 2019 ‘After more than 20 years in the entrepreneurial space, and seeing all the companies that have fallen away, I can say that staying alive is in itself a big achievement.’
Profit-making idea: Educational institutions for the 2020s, not the 1960s Published by Staff Writer on 25 June 2019 ‘In Nigeria, our traditional schools are still educating our children for the 1960s, not the 2020s.’
Africa’s energy landscape transitions to base load-capable renewables Published by Staff Writer on 19 June 2019 Technology disruption presents opportunity for renewables, African utilities and their funders.
Affordable and reliable energy pivotal to Kenya’s delivery of its ‘Big Four Agenda’ Published by Mphokolo Makara on 12 June 2019 Kenya’s energy sector can enhance the country’s economic growth.
Profit-making idea: Add value to Ethiopia’s local commodities … and then export Published by Staff Writer on 3 April 2019 Which sectors provide the best opportunities for investors in Ethiopia?
The journey so far: Simbarashe Mhuriro, MD, Oxygen Africa Published by Justin Probyn on 6 December 2018 ‘Be presentable, but don’t go out of your way trying to look like a million dollars when you don’t have the money.’
The journey so far: John Wainaina Karanja, founder, BitHub Africa Published by Justin Probyn on 25 October 2018 ‘Technology has tilted opportunities in favour of those who are willing to put in the work.’
Investment in renewable energy sector continues to power forward Published by Staff Writer on 13 September 2018 Africa’s grid-connected electricity deficit coupled with its wealth of renewable resources, like sunshine, make it an attractive destination for energy investors.
The journey so far: Timothy Chambers, MD, InspiraFarms Published by Justin Probyn on 30 August 2018 ‘Being persistent is critical to getting the job done.’
Profit-making idea: Garbage disposal could be the next big thing in Africa Published by Nelly Murungi on 30 August 2018 It’s not a dirty business.
Due Diligence: Talking clean energy investment in Africa with Inspired Evolution managing partner Published by Michael Avery on 29 August 2018 Inspired Evolution’s Christopher Clarke on doing renewable power deals in Africa.
Karel Cornelissen: Shrinking power grids key to Africa’s electrification Published by Karel Cornelissen on 24 August 2018 Micro-grids are viewed as an ideal solution to bring power to regions without access in a quick and cost-effective way.
Japan’s engagement with Africa shows a long-term commitment to the continent Published by Otavio Veras on 23 August 2018 Japan’s strategy on Africa appears to be more holistic than that of China.
Startup snapshot: Tanzanian company sees opportunity in waste management Published by Justin Probyn on 21 August 2018 Phenix Recycling connects innovative startups using waste as a resource with businesses that are struggling to responsibly manage their trash.