Talking business with the ‘overachiever’ behind Cameroon’s locally-made drone Published by Franck Kuwonu on 23 April 2018 William Elong is looking at expanding into other countries in Africa, Asia and Europe.
The journey so far: Deepa Dosaja, CEO, Deepa Dosaja Published by Justin Probyn on 5 April 2018 ‘The conventional business idea that one must hire people with numerous degrees and higher-level education is one that I feel is outdated.’
Olive oil company learns that a good product means little if you can’t sell it Published by Oluwabusayomi Sotunde on 24 February 2018 Husband-and-wife team builds top olive oil producer.
From refugee to royalty: Sierra Leone designer champions ethical fashion Published by Zoe Tabary on 20 February 2018 ‘I thought rather than go to China or India, where I know nothing about the working conditions, why not make clothes in Sierra Leone?’
Business lessons from the entrepreneur behind Zambian noodle brand Published by Jaco Maritz on 31 January 2018 Taking a closer look at the story of Monica Musonda, founder of Zambia’s Java Foods.
Investment opportunities in Mozambique’s manufacturing sector Published by Monitor Deloitte on 31 January 2018 Although the sector is still underdeveloped, Mozambique has several advantages that give it a favourable outlook.
The journey so far: Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu, founder, soleRebels Published by Justin Probyn on 15 January 2018 ‘I think conventional wisdom is, by definition, the antithesis of entrepreneurialism.’
Profit-making idea: Opportunity to make processing and packaging equipment Published by Justin Probyn on 5 January 2018 African companies should learn from equipment manufacturers in Asia.
Profit-making idea: Halal industry offering attractive opportunities Published by Jaco Maritz on 27 November 2017 South Africa’s Western Cape province wants to establish itself as a prominent player in the production of halal products for the continent.
Profit-making idea: Manufacturers can reduce costs with industrial IoT Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 November 2017 Manufacturing companies in Africa can reduce labour and maintenance costs by embracing industrial internet-of-things solutions.
Industry 4.0 – Is Africa ready for the march of the robots? Published by Richard Li on 9 November 2017 Industrialisation has barely taken root on the African continent and this nascent industry is already facing imminent threats from the robots.
Additive manufacturing: Implications for African economies Published by Rafiq Raji on 25 October 2017 The ascendancy of additive manufacturing to mainstream production is only a matter of time.
Asian automotive companies on the hunt for growth in Africa Published by Richard Li on 20 October 2017 Chinese and Indian companies need to enhance their brand image.
At age 36, this Nigerian already has a lifetime of business successes and scars to show Published by Oluwabusayomi Sotunde on 9 October 2017 Battle-hardened entrepreneur shares his story.
