Manufacturing key to unlocking Africa’s industrialisation potential Published by Staff Writer on 19 June 2014 “Very few countries are able to grow and accumulate wealth without investing in their manufacturing sectors.”
Manufacturers in East Africa need to keep up with changing retail trends Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 June 2014 African Cotton Industries MD says manufacturers need to constantly stay ahead of the game.
What it takes to be a successful industrialist in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 June 2014 Proponents of manufacturing say the sector is a great opportunity for Africa to industrialise and provide jobs to millions of unemployed.
An in-depth look at how Africa’s richest man made his fortune Published by Simon Allison on 13 June 2014 Aliko Dangote made his fortune by gambling on Nigeria’s success when others would not dare.
How a teenager started Uganda’s first paper bag manufacturing company Published by Kate Douglas on 11 June 2014 Award winning entrepreneur, Andrew Mupuya, was 16 when he came up with the idea to manufacture paper bags in Uganda.
Nigerian shoemaker on finding her passion Published by Kate Douglas on 6 June 2014 Elizabeth Ojelua’s handmade shoes and bags are gaining a following in Nigeria.
How Kenya’s beer queen succeeded against all odds Published by Omondi Oloo on 2 June 2014 The success of Tabitha Karanja and her Keroche Breweries is a classic David and Goliath tale.
Drinks manufacturers set sights firmly on Ethiopia Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 30 May 2014 To meet demand, a glass bottle manufacturing plant is being set up in Ethiopia.
Information and attitude – what you need to make money in Angola Published by Kate Douglas on 28 May 2014 “Companies that are willing to take risks are seeing the benefits and returns in Angola.”
Kenya’s middle class a growing market for ice cream manufacturer Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 26 May 2014 “There will always be a place for ice cream. As long as there are children, there will always be a market.”
The truths and fictions of the Africa rising story Published by Nasser Sattar on 19 May 2014 Nasser Sattar looks at the realities of Africa’s growth story.
How multinationals have seized the African opportunity Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 May 2014 Telecom, insurance and oil companies have seen growth across the continent.
Kenya’s wealthy spending more on pets Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 May 2014 Gilani Gourmet’s business is growing as more people are able to afford pets and better pet food.
How a designer turned her hobby into a niche fashion business Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 May 2014 “We are proud that we can make a product here which is entirely made from Kenyan handicraft.”