Unpacking Africa’s agtech opportunity Published by Aubry Hruby and Fatima Ezzahra Mengoub on 8 October 2023 The rise of agtech solutions in Africa has opened significant avenues to transform food systems and tackle long-standing obstacles to enhance smallholder productivity.
Zimbabwe: Entrepreneur braves multiple obstacles to build food company Published by Jaco Maritz on 6 October 2023 How Lesly Marange, founder of Zimbabwe-based Glytime Foods, started and grew a food company amid numerous economic and operational challenges.
Investing in US-listed stocks from Nigeria with Richmond Bassey Published by Terser Adamu on 5 October 2023 Terser Adamu talks to Richmond Bassey, who is the CEO and founder of Nigeria-based Bamboo, an investment platform that allows its users to invest in US-listed stocks.
Backing African healthcare startups: Insights from Kenya-based investor Published by Jeanette Clark on 3 October 2023 Villgro Africa CEO talks about investment opportunities within the healthcare sector, specifically in areas such as AI, supply chain, and medical diagnostic devices.
Rwanda: Five lesser-known business opportunities Published by Harnet Bokrezion on 2 October 2023 In Rwanda, emerging opportunities span from real estate and green ventures to luxury markets, Kigali’s startup ecosystem, and lakeside investments.
Rwanda: Positioning a country through sports and beyond Published by Ibrahim Sagna on 30 September 2023 Rwanda has invested heavily in state-of-the-art sports facilities, such as the Kigali BK Arena, which has attracted major international sporting events and renowned entertainers.
Nigeria: Founder takes baby products business from kitchen to global markets Published by Jeanette Clark on 26 September 2023 Zuwaira Isah-Ikharo is the founder of Amal Botanicals, a company known for its baby skincare products made from Nigerian-sourced ingredients. Amal derives 80% of its sales from digital channels and has expanded beyond Nigeria’s borders.
Challenges can become opportunities in Nigeria, South Africa and beyond Published by Staff Writer on 24 September 2023 Broll Property Group CEO, Malcolm Horne, unpacks opportunities in Africa’s commercial real estate market and other sectors.
Zambia, DRC and Angola eye new economic opportunities from Lobito corridor Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 September 2023 The Lobito corridor – a trade route linking the southern DRC and Zambia to global markets through the port of Lobito in Angola – is garnering increasing attention.
Fixing Africa’s broken medicine supply chain with Samuel Okwuada Published by Terser Adamu on 20 September 2023 Terser Adamu talks to Samuel Okwuada, the CEO and co-founder of Remedial Health, which is building a tech-enabled, pharmacy-centred healthcare network across the continent.
How this Nigerian trader built an agricultural exports business Published by Jeanette Clark on 19 September 2023 Lanre Awojoodu, CEO of Sourcing and Produce – which exports crops like hibiscus flowers, sesame seeds, and ginger – has endured numerous challenges to position his company where it is today. This is his story.
Botswana: Doctor-turned-entrepreneur seizes healthcare opportunities Published by Jeanette Clark on 14 September 2023 When Matlhogonolo Mongwa-Mouwane founded Kalafhi Medical Center, she kept costs to a minimum. She was the only employee and refrained from spending on décor or any extras until revenue permitted.
China’s Africa strategy is shifting from extraction to investment Published by Lauren Johnston on 13 September 2023 China is moving beyond oil and extractive commodities towards industrial production, job creation and investments that lead to exports.
A candy and biscuit empire in Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, and beyond Published by Jeanette Clark on 10 September 2023 The story of how Julien Achcar built Afriwara, a confectionery and biscuit enterprise in West Africa.