BRICs economist Jim O’Neill invests in Nigerian mobile payments company Published by Jaco Maritz on 23 April 2014 O’Neill backs Paga as “the number one way to pay and get paid in Nigeria”.
Kenyan doctor shares seven tips on how to succeed against all odds Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 April 2014 Expand your boundaries and be persistent, advises Dr Betty Gikonyo.
Social media in Nigeria – mobile chat dominates Published by Kate Douglas on 23 April 2014 A recent report highlights social media trends in Africa’s biggest economy.
‘Empowering entrepreneurs means growing a country’s economy’ Published by Business Partners team on 23 April 2014 Entrepreneurs are economic development assets a country should support, says Christo Botes.
Dreaming big is how Kenyan doctor built her own private hospital Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 April 2014 Her medical training stood Dr Betty Gikonyo in good stead to become CEO of The Karen Hospital.
Potato chip manufacturer talks about getting Nigerians to buy local Published by Kate Douglas on 22 April 2014 “We as Nigerians always believe that foreign brands are better than locally made brands… which poses a challenge to us.”
Exploring new business ventures in the South African market Published by Staff Writer on 22 April 2014 The South African economy presents opportunities for entrepreneurs.
Carlyle private equity fund eyeing investments linked to emerging middle class Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 April 2014 The Carlyle Group has seen greater than expected investor interest in a fund focused solely on sub-Saharan Africa.
Yes, Nigeria is Africa’s biggest economy, but don’t expect a quick buck Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 April 2014 Investors interested in Nigeria should be prepared, and be in it for the long term.
Seven South African tech startups hoping to grab your attention Published by Staff Writer on 17 April 2014 From pet food to dating to rentals, 88mph has a range of startups under its wing.
From New York to Lagos: The inspiration behind a new taxi app in Nigeria Published by Kate Douglas on 16 April 2014 The Easy Taxi Nigeria app links customers with reputable drivers in Lagos and Abuja.
Six ways Africa can unlock its agricultural potential Published by Claire Schaffnit-Chatterjee on 16 April 2014 Better farming methods and political commitment are ways to improve the agricultural industry.
Private equity firm backing affordable housing projects in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 April 2014 “We want to build houses and get supply of houses into this middle-income market.”
How David Mwendele is making money to fund his youth charity Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 April 2014 “I was very frustrated seeing fellow youth who were not lucky enough to get an education suffering.”
