Meet the Boss: Danie Steyn, GM, Intel East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 July 2013 “I believe you need to assume responsibility when you see an opportunity and not wait for people to give you the opportunities.”
Intel boss provides six tips for international companies looking to enter Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 July 2013 For international companies planning to enter Africa, the market offers a mix of unique prospects and a myriad of challenges.
Ghanaian tech entrepreneur says good relationships are everything in business Published by Anthony Sedzro on 18 July 2013 “You don’t build a successful business around products. A successful business thrives on good relationships.”
Ghanaian entrepreneur describes how startups can benefit from accelerator programmes Published by Kate Douglas on 10 July 2013 Gerard Yitamkey, CEO and co-founder of Ahonya, explains how accelerator programmes can help startups.
How a South African digital company is tapping into the potential on the continent Published by Kate Douglas on 9 July 2013 Nicholas Durrant, MD of Bluegrass Digital, talks about doing business across the continent.
The difference between African and Asian consumers Published by Jaco Maritz on 8 July 2013 African consumer behaviour is very different from that in Asia.
Rupu CEO explains how they built a successful e-commerce business in Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 5 July 2013 Ben Maina sits at the helm of a business that has been described as the Groupon of Kenya.
Three new trends that will impact Nigeria over the coming months Published by Anna Rosenberg on 4 July 2013 Technological and political developments are forcing companies to adjust strategies for long-term growth.
Looking for investors? Prove there is a market for your product, says Ahonya founder Published by Kate Douglas on 2 July 2013 “You have to do something extraordinary in the beginning before someone will notice you.”
Out of Africa: social media lessons from the developing world Published by Bisi Lamikanra on 1 July 2013 So how has Nigeria’s biggest and most profitable bank transformed into a social media leader?
Partnership building key to success in pan-African markets Published by Nick Durrant on 27 June 2013 “The key to success in Africa lies in collaboration,” writes Nick Durrant, director of Bluegrass Digital.
Meet the Boss: Rebecca Enonchong, CEO, AppsTech Published by Kate Douglas on 26 June 2013 “Success is not linear; you will experience ups and downs. Humility helps keep it all in perspective.”
Founders of Nigerian online retailer Jumia talk about managing a fast growing business Published by Olaolu Olusina on 21 June 2013 “It’s amazing how much potential there is in this market.”
Meet the Boss: Isis Nyong’o, tech investor Published by Kate Douglas on 14 June 2013 “I like to take on new challenges and go into areas that are quite innovative and unproven.”