Don’t put your eggs in one basket, says animal health entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 15 August 2014 South African entrepreneur explains why product diversification has helped his business grow in Southern Africa.
Africa’s economy set for dramatic changes Published by Kingsley Ighobor on 7 August 2014 An interview with Carlos Lopes, the executive secretary of the Economic Commission for Africa.
Malaria testing for under $1: Entrepreneur talks mixing business and science Published by Kate Douglas on 4 August 2014 South African Ashley Uys explains how he started manufacturing low-cost medical diagnostic test kits.
Is South Africa really at threat of being excluded from AGOA? Published by Kate Douglas on 30 July 2014 Experts debate the future of AGOA for South Africa and what it would mean for Africa if the country was excluded.
By 2030 Nigeria could have a higher GDP than the Netherlands or Malaysia Published by Staff Writer on 24 July 2014 There is another side to the Nigeria story that has been overshadowed by the recent headlines.
How a Kenyan bakery is taking on the challenges of the business world Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 July 2014 “Don’t think you will start a business and a year down the line you are the big guy in town.”
What we can learn from Olam’s success in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 7 July 2014 Olam’s MD Ramesh shares some of the strategies required to successfully expand a business in Africa.
Tomato paste and noodles: Olam bullish about food processing in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 4 July 2014 Adding value in Africa is expensive but worth it, says agribusiness and food company Olam.
Manufacturing pharmaceuticals: An untapped opportunity Published by Carlos Lopes on 4 July 2014 To be able to generate wealth and give its future generations a chance, Africa must take ownership of its health.
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.
