What One Acre Fund can teach us about supporting African small-scale farmers Published by Kate Douglas on 23 May 2014 “Instead of giving handouts, we invest in farmers to generate a permanent gain in income.”
Phatisa’s pan-African housing fund teams up with Africa Reit, Kenya Published by Promotional Feature on 22 May 2014 The Pan African Housing Fund adds quality middle income residential apartments to the Nairobi market.
Mark Kaigwa carving a niche as Kenya’s social media expert Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 May 2014 Tech entrepreneur has released a report documenting social media trends across the continent.
UK supermarket billionaire setting up investment vehicle for East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 21 May 2014 Lord David Sainsbury’s Msingi will support new companies in key sectors.
On the ground knowledge critical to expansion, says hotel group boss Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 21 May 2014 Protea Hotels is investing in projects across East Africa.
Africa’s top three young entrepreneurs share their secrets to success Published by Kate Douglas on 21 May 2014 Anzisha Prize winners show that age has nothing to do with business success.
Kenya’s terror attacks – the way forward for tourism investment Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 20 May 2014 Despite attacks, Kenya’s tourism industry is “resilient”.
A look at funding SMEs for inclusive growth in Africa Published by Dapo Okubadejo on 20 May 2014 SMEs are drivers of the economy and inclusive growth.
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.
Celebrated Ethiopian entrepreneur behind soleRebels reveals her next big idea Published by Kate Douglas on 19 May 2014 Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu launches online business, Republic of Leather.
Africa’s 15 hottest investment zones Published by Kate Douglas on 19 May 2014 Sub-Saharan Africa has seen a 4.7% increase in foreign direct investment in 2013.
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.
Can corporate venture capital plug Africa’s funding gap? Published by Sean Ndiho Obedih on 16 May 2014 Sean Ndiho Obedih, founding partner of Sobek Ventures, discusses the potential for CVC in Africa.
Have a clear brand message, and stay true to it Published by Michael Wood on 16 May 2014 To connect with consumers, brands must have a clear picture of their target audience.
