Shea butter nourishes opportunities for African women Published by Rebecca Moudio on 25 July 2013 The demand for shea butter has risen so much in recent years that African producers have started calling for fair prices for their labour.
10 things business people should know about dealing with the media Published by Sarah Dee McLynn on 25 July 2013 Talking with the media is a great way for a company or brand to gain exposure with the public, investors, and business partners.
Intel boss advises tech entrepreneurs to think beyond mobile money Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 24 July 2013 Technology entrepreneurs in Kenya have been advised to look beyond mobile money innovations.
The clothing entrepreneur who supplies the US market from Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 July 2013 How Sam Meeks established a denim jeans manufacturing business in Africa.
Foreign entrepreneur describes the highs and lows of doing business in East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 July 2013 How we made it in Africa talks to Roly Adlam, founder of Kenya’s Rift Valley Leather.
A new burst of energy in industrial activity Published by Kingsley Ighobor on 22 July 2013 Industrialisation cannot be considered a luxury but a necessity for the continent’s development.
Nine tips for business owners on how to increase their cash flow Published by Staff Writer on 22 July 2013 The age-old statement of ‘cash is king’ has never been truer than it is right now for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
Meet the Boss: Danie Steyn, GM, Intel East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 July 2013 “I believe you need to assume responsibility when you see an opportunity and not wait for people to give you the opportunities.”
Why Africa should have a regional approach to its energy development Published by Ken Opalo on 19 July 2013 A key area that will require greater and smarter investment to fuel the region’s economic growth will be the energy sector.
Intel boss provides six tips for international companies looking to enter Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 July 2013 For international companies planning to enter Africa, the market offers a mix of unique prospects and a myriad of challenges.
Ghanaian tech entrepreneur says good relationships are everything in business Published by Anthony Sedzro on 18 July 2013 “You don’t build a successful business around products. A successful business thrives on good relationships.”
Hotel group sees opportunities in Africa’s emerging industrial towns Published by Kate Douglas on 17 July 2013 Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, with brands such as Radisson Blu, has identified a number of African cities with strong business potential.
Nigeria’s film industry enters South African market Published by Peter Cox on 17 July 2013 iROKOtv, a website that streams movies and also a DVD distributor, has just entered the South African market.
How KikoRomeo became one of East Africa’s leading fashion labels Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 July 2013 Ann McCreath quit her job at an NGO to start KikoRomeo, which is today one of East Africa’s leading fashion brands.
