How data science in and for Africa can blaze new trails Published by Wim Delva on 3 August 2019 Data science, led by Africa-based scientists, could play a key role in addressing all of the continent’s crucial needs.
The journey so far: Debbie Merdjan, CEO, Camelot Group Published by Nelly Murungi on 3 August 2019 ‘I have now learned to do a thorough due diligence prior to jumping into the deep end.’
Africa Deal Roundup: 15 noteworthy deals and announcements in July Published by Staff Writer on 2 August 2019 A selection of African private equity deal, fundraising and exit announcements that came across our desk in July 2019.
Nnamdi Oranye: Africa making steady progress on journey towards cashless society Published by Nnamdi Oranye on 31 July 2019 Africa is at the cutting edge of innovation, driving home-grown cashless solutions which open digital banking to more people, writes Nnamdi Oranye
Major shifts in Nigeria’s consumer landscape Published by Staff Writer on 31 July 2019 ‘Competition for consumers’ wallets has never been tougher.’
Profit-making idea: Human capital development. That’s the big one. Published by Nelly Murungi on 30 July 2019 ‘If we can localise training and knowledge, learn to share it within the walls of Africa, we can have a breakthrough.’
Ugandan entrepreneurs cook up eco-friendly dryer to cut food waste Published by John Okot on 29 July 2019 Affordable machine to dry fruit and vegetables helps farmers stop harvests spoiling and burns green briquettes, not charcoal, for heat.
Startup snapshot: Connecting Kenya’s rural small scale farmers to urban traders Published by Staff Writer on 29 July 2019 Taimba is a Nairobi-based agtech startup that runs a cashless platform connecting rural small scale farmers to urban retailers.
The journey so far: Samuel Amanor, CEO, BlueSPACE Africa Published by Nelly Murungi on 29 July 2019 ‘If you don’t disconnect, business can consume everything, even your friends and family.’
Jacques Morisset: How can Côte d’Ivoire escape the curse of cocoa? Published by Jacques Morisset on 24 July 2019 Chocolate is becoming more and more of a luxury item for most consumers.
Profit-making idea: Leverage AI to build Africa’s economies Published by Nelly Murungi on 24 July 2019 ‘Economic development depends on increasing worker productivity,’ says entrepreneur Adebola Williams.
Four agriculture-focused companies to inspire Africa Published by Staff Writer on 23 July 2019 A handful of Africa’s most dynamic growth businesses targeting the agriculture sector.
Kenya’s avocado farmers eye Chinese market, but there’s a catch Published by Rael Ombuor on 22 July 2019 Kenya has signed a deal to export avocados to China, making it the only African nation to sell the fruit to the huge Chinese consumer market.
Due Diligence: SPE Capital Partners’ Nabil Triki on investment lessons learnt Published by Jaco Maritz on 22 July 2019 We ask Nabil Triki, managing partner at SPE Capital Partners, about the firm’s investment philosophy.
