The journey so far: Rob Withagen, CEO, Asoko Insight Published by Justin Probyn on 7 June 2018 ‘It’s all about agility and iteration.’
From the pits to the pinnacle: A lesson in endurance for entrepreneurs Published by Jeanette Clark on 4 June 2018 Lee den Hond on how she went from feeling downtrodden to reaching the highest summits.
The journey so far: Bruce Dube, MD, Nine80 Digital Published by Justin Probyn on 10 May 2018 ‘A lot of strategies or approaches in business should always speak directly to one’s reality.’
Music: Nigeria’s new export Published by Franck Kuwonu on 17 April 2018 PwC projects Nigerian music sales revenues to reach $88m by 2019.
The journey so far: Dorothy Ghettuba, CEO, Spielworks Media Published by Nelly Murungi on 29 March 2018 ‘Entrepreneurship is a long game.’
Cryptocurrencies and media protection – an unlikely marriage Published by Jeanette Clark on 25 February 2018 How Custos capitalised on a gap in the digital rights protection market.
Mali’s cultural capital shows how citizen-centred development can trump gentrification Published by Jenny Mbaye on 15 December 2017 For cities that want to build their urban cultural economies while avoiding the pitfalls of gentrification, these endogenous experiences offer important insights.
Startup snapshot: Capitalising on the continent’s mobile marketing opportunity Published by Justin Probyn on 6 October 2017 ‘… we paid the so-called school-fees of learning the business and failing a lot along the way.’
The business case for Cameroon’s first premier cinema Published by Justin Probyn on 27 September 2017 The cinema will add to the leisure and entertainment offering at the new Douala Grand Mall.
Creative industries and the informal sector Published by Omolade Oladipo on 14 September 2017 With proper investment in creative talents in sub-Saharan Africa, ideas can be turned into successful businesses.
Nighttime football game a sign of improving situation in Mogadishu Published by Mohamed Olad Hassan on 12 September 2017 Although the match took place under tight security, it was historic for the city.
Nigeria’s ‘queen of golf’ mentors next generation of potential pros Published by Chika Oduah on 25 July 2017 In Nigeria golf is still a rich man’s game.
Dakar Fashion Week takes style back to the streets Published by Ricci Shryock on 4 July 2017 One of Dakar Fashion Week’s biggest events is free and high-end.
Swimming caps for big hair: Entrepreneur identifies untapped opportunity Published by Justin Probyn on 2 June 2017 We talk to Nomvuyo Treffers, founder of Cape Town-based swimwear brand Swimma.