Infrastructure and economic development: High potential in East Africa Published by Klaus Findt on 12 April 2013 There have been a number of rather exciting infrastructure opportunities coming to the market, particularly in East Africa.
Dubai-based luxury hotel group discusses its African expansion plans Published by Kate Douglas on 12 April 2013 Kate Douglas finds out more about the Jumeirah Group’s expansion plans into Africa.
How Suzie Wokabi is building her African-based cosmetics company Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 11 April 2013 Dinfin Mulupi catches up with Suzie Wokabi, the founder of one of Kenya’s first local cosmetics companies.
Success factors for African expansion Published by Bruce Layzell on 10 April 2013 To imagine you can offer anything less than world-class products and service in Africa is naive and short-sighted.
Entrepreneur interview: Why returning to Kenya to start a business was the right move Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 9 April 2013 Dinfin Mulupi talks to Sam Wanjohi, founder of Kenya’s Foresight Interiors.
Why Mozambique’s future looks promising Published by Andre Olivenca on 8 April 2013 After almost two decades of civil war, Mozambique is rapidly emerging as one of the fastest growing economies in Africa.
Ranking the competitiveness of Africa’s tourism industries: the winners and losers Published by Kate Douglas on 8 April 2013 Find out how African countries rank in terms of their tourism and travel industries.
Invest enough time in developing your business plan, says Burundi-based ICT entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 4 April 2013 Thierry Ntako, CEO of Open-IT, talks about his plans for business expansion and the pros and cons of doing business in Burundi.
Microsoft’s innovative solution to provide internet access to Africa’s rural areas Published by Staff Writer on 4 April 2013 Using TV white spaces and solar-powered towers, rural locations in Africa can have access to broadband.
Interview: The man who is bringing the Subway franchise to Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 April 2013 American entrepreneur Christopher J. Bak runs two Subway franchises in Tanzania, and plans to expand to Kenya later this year.
Why Mi-Fone wants to establish a mobile phone manufacturing plant in Nigeria Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 3 April 2013 African start-up and mobile phone maker, Mi-Fone, says it is finalising plans to establish a US$30 million manufacturing plant in Nigeria.
Top business leaders share their thoughts on Africa’s emerging consumer Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 April 2013 There is increasing evidence of a growing consumer class in Africa.
Africa needs more skilled engineers, says research Published by Kate Douglas on 2 April 2013 “Beyond the direct impact of poor infrastructure, lack of engineering capacity hampers economic growth.”
‘People don’t mind spending an extra buck for quality,’ says craft beer entrepreneur Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 April 2013 Dinfin Mulupi talks to Aleem Ladak, founder and director of The Big Five Breweries Ltd.