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.”
Meet the Boss: Mark Stephenson, MD, Sandstorm Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 May 2014 “Be absolutely brilliant at what you do,” advises luxury bag manufacturer.
How this Kenyan business is tapping into the organic farming market Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 25 April 2014 Eco Fuels Kenya produces organic fertilisers and biofuel from the Croton nut.
The consequences of Nigeria’s GDP rebasing Published by Oliver Masetti on 24 April 2014 Although Nigeria now exceeds South Africa in economic size, it still has a long way to go to reach a similar level of development.
Meet the Boss: Tunji Olowolafe, chairman, GZ Industries Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 March 2014 “We need to educate all our people. That way we will achieve true freedom and prosperity.”
Kenya setting the scene for business in East Africa, says analyst Published by Anna Rosenberg on 27 March 2014 Anna Rosenberg finds that Kenya is ahead of other East African countries in many areas.
