How Togo, one of West Africa’s smallest countries, became the region’s trade hub Published by Staff Writer on 25 June 2021 How did a small country like Togo turn into a trade powerhouse, exerting a significant influence on the region?
Profit-making idea: Food e-commerce in Lagos Published by Jaco Maritz on 9 June 2021 “While there are already food delivery services in Lagos, customers often complain about inefficiencies,” says entrepreneur.
Africa’s free trade area: A pipe dream or silver bullet? Published by Dianna Games on 1 June 2021 The African Continental Free Trade Area is not an event, but a long, slow and complex process that will take years to gain traction, writes Dianna Games.
Why Mauritius is key to unlocking Africa’s blue economy Published by Rajnish Aubeeluck on 24 May 2021 How Mauritius can enhance its current value proposition across the African continent.
Exporting coconuts from Côte d’Ivoire to Europe: How this entrepreneur got into the agri-commodity trading game Published by Kageni Muse on 19 May 2021 Insight from Mohamed Diaby, co-founder of Zatwa, on starting and growing a physical soft commodities trading business.
Start-ups tapping into Africa’s healthcare supply chain opportunities Published by Salient Advisory on 17 May 2021 Start-ups across the continent are developing innovative, commercial models to transform health product distribution for consumers and providers alike.
From farm to shop: How this company streamlines Senegal’s fresh produce supply chain Published by Nelly Murungi on 13 May 2021 Afrikamart, founded in 2018, is a digital platform that links rural farmers in Senegal to merchants in urban areas.
Crop storage and cold-chain solutions in Africa hold significant business potential Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 May 2021 Several entrepreneurs and investors have identified the storage and preservation of agricultural produce in Africa as an area with compelling opportunities.
How this company digitised bus transport in Uganda Published by Nelly Murungi on 28 April 2021 We speak to Ronald Hakiza, the co-founder of UgaBus, a Ugandan company providing technology solutions for the bus transport industry.
From car rentals to hotels: Businessman seizes opportunities in Malawi Published by Jeanette Clark on 16 April 2021 Entrepreneur Mike Mlombwa explains how he started a car hire business in Malawi and why he is now eyeing the hospitality industry.
An e-commerce model tailored for low- and middle-income consumers in Kenya Published by Jeanette Clark on 6 April 2021 Tim Steel, CEO of Copia, explains the company’s unique business model that focuses on the underserved mass market.
Kenya: Start-up introduces electric fishing boat engines on Lake Victoria Published by James Torvaney on 30 March 2021 Fishers can save about 25% on fuel costs with ASOBO’s electric engines. Co-founder Laurens Friso explains the company’s business model.
Nigeria: Entrepreneur identifies opportunity in cold chain logistics for the agriculture sector Published by Nelly Murungi on 24 February 2021 We speak to Ope Olanrewaju, the CEO of Kennie-O Cold Chain Logistics, a Nigerian company that provides refrigerated transport and cold storage solutions to fresh produce farmers.
Investors unpack Africa’s top opportunities, including education, digital banking and warehousing Published by Staff Writer on 15 February 2021 We asked a handful of private equity investors to identify untapped business and investment opportunities on the continent.