The journey so far: Ken Njoroge, CEO, Cellulant Corporation Published by Justin Probyn on 12 July 2018 ‘It’s not a new idea that wins, but the execution.’
RMB Corvest in long-term partnerships for success Published by RMB Corvest on 12 July 2018 Private equity specialist RMB Corvest has routinely achieved considerable returns by establishing mutually beneficial long-term partnerships in businesses with proven track records.
Profit-making idea: Capitalising on blockchain technology in Africa Published by Nelly Murungi on 11 July 2018 Mastering the use of blockchain technology in Africa.
Is sub-Saharan Africa ready for the electric vehicle revolution? Published by World Economic Forum on 10 July 2018 When Francis Romano imported his first electric vehicle, a Nissan Leaf, into Kenya in 2016, it was held up at the port because customs officials had never seen one before.
South Sudan’s Sosywood: Coming soon to a screen near you? Published by Inna Lazareva on 9 July 2018 Just like Hollywood and Nigeria’s Nollywood, young film-makers dream of putting South Sudan on the cinematic map.
The jua kali sector – a safe haven for jobs in Kenya Published by Emmanuel Soroba on 5 July 2018 The industry contributes immensely towards the Kenyan economy.
The journey so far: Judith Middleton, founder, DUO Marketing + Communications Published by Justin Probyn on 5 July 2018 ‘Learn to hear the ‘no’ and apply it – there is always something to learn from a ‘no’.’
Alain Ebobissé: Infrastructure in Africa – investors noticing the commercial opportunities Published by Alain Ebobisse on 4 July 2018 Improving Africa’s infrastructure is challenging, but it is also an important commercial opportunity, writes CEO of Africa50.
Startup snapshot: Earn rental income by leasing solar panels to businesses in Africa Published by Justin Probyn on 3 July 2018 Using blockchain to power developing countries with solar energy.
Two South African sisters taking organic skin care products to the world Published by Oluwabusayomi Sotunde on 2 July 2018 Capetonian sisters Louiza Rademan and Christine Buchanan left their professions to start an organic skin and body care product range.
Michelle Ashworth: What role can DFIs play in promoting the African VC ecosystem? Published by Michelle Ashworth on 29 June 2018 Venture consultant likens Africa’s young VC market to that of Europe’s, China’s and India’s just prior to the maturation of their ecosystems.
The journey so far: Felix Mbugua, co-founder and CEO, Legibra Published by Nelly Murungi on 28 June 2018 ‘One has to work hard, smart and, more importantly, work with people.’
Startup snapshot: Nigerian savings platform promoting financial discipline Published by Justin Probyn on 27 June 2018 ‘The biggest mistake I ever made, was expanding and hiring too fast,’ says Piggybank.ng co-founder Odunayo Eweniyi.
Building success through innovative construction methods Published by Helene Cilliers on 25 June 2018 Frank Finnemore saw a big opportunity to bring innovation to the low-cost housing sector in South Africa that would cut construction time and costs.
