Improvise with what you have, advises Ghanaian manufacturing entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 26 April 2016 Ivy Appiah shares how she built her manufacturing business without ever taking out a loan.
Ugandan skin-care brand seeking to steal market share from multinationals Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 April 2016 ‘We are trying to change people’s mindsets by giving them international standards – but produced locally.’
Footwear company discusses the opportunities it sees in Kenyan market Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 April 2016 ‘We see potential in Kenya’s shoe market, but to capture the opportunities we will need big money.’
Manufacturing solar panels in East Africa: Rising demand, but challenges remain Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 March 2016 ‘If I told my wife I am going to set up another solar factory somewhere in Africa, she will either divorce me or kill me,’ says Haijo Kuper, MD of solar panel maker Solinc.
Entrepreneur capitalises on unmet demand for natural hair-care products Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 March 2016 How Michelle Ntalami started her own hair-care brand.
Will fast-growing India be able to replace China’s demand for African commodities? Published by Kate Douglas on 9 February 2016 Expert Dr Anil Gupta shares his insight.
Uganda’s Gaster Lule: From baking cakes at home to a diversified empire Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 February 2016 What started as a small bakery venture in the 1970s is now a large business group.
Flame Tree Group sees business opportunities in East Africa’s unique challenges Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 2 February 2016 ‘Water and sanitation are two key problems within our continent,’ says Heril Bangera, CEO of Flame Tree Group.
AfDB president shares four ways to reduce Africa’s exposure to global volatility Published by Kate Douglas on 29 January 2016 Global headwinds exist because of the nature of Africa’s growth over the last decade, says Akinwumi Adesina.
Toyota’s expansion in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 26 January 2016 In more than four decades, Toyota has found a way to keep its brand relevant in South Africa, selling more than one million cars in the country.
Lessons from East Africa’s top consumer goods manufacturers Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 January 2016 How these companies built their empires.
Meet the Boss: Phyllis Wakiaga, CEO, Kenya Association of Manufacturers Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 January 2016 Phyllis Wakiaga tells us about what keeps her up at night.
Private equity firm discusses Ethiopia pharma investment Published by Jaco Maritz on 6 January 2016 UK-based private equity firm 54 Capital has entered Ethiopia’s pharmaceutical market through an investment into Addis Pharmaceutical Factory.
Q&A: Unpacking Kenya’s manufacturing sector Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 December 2015 We speak to Phyllis Wakiaga, CEO of the Kenya Association of Manufacturers.