Is an MBA worth the money? South African CEO shares his thoughts Published by Staff Writer on 13 August 2024 South African businessman Nhlanhla Dlamini, founder of Maneli Pets, on the costs and benefits of pursuing an MBA.
South African CEO competing in multi-billion dollar pet food industry Published by Jaco Maritz on 10 August 2024 The global pet food industry is estimated to be worth over $125 billion. Tapping into this vast opportunity is South African-born Nhlanhla Dlamini, the founder and CEO of Maneli Pets.
Entrepreneurs exporting Ghana’s agricultural produce to Europe and beyond Published by Staff Writer on 7 August 2024 Three Ghanaian entrepreneurs are taking advantage of the country’s agricultural potential by exporting commodities, such as shea butter and palm oil, to international markets.
There’s global demand for Ghana’s shea nuts: This CEO saw an opportunity Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 August 2024 Entrepreneur Dora Torwiseh has tapped into the growing demand for shea butter, which is used a variety of food and personal care products.
Three promising sectors in Angola: Agri-processing, tourism, and marine services Published by Staff Writer on 2 August 2024 Isaac Marshall, from TLG Capital, is bullish on agri-processing, tourism and marine services.
Africa’s unstoppable entrepreneurial rise: Opportunity, visibility, and community Published by Zahra Baitie-Boateng on 1 August 2024 The 2024 Africa’s Business Heroes competition exemplifies the spread of vibrant entrepreneurial spirit and growing participation across key demographics.
Africa’s Business Heroes Announces Top 50 Finalists for 2024 Prize Competition Published by Staff Writer on 31 July 2024 After receiving ~20,000 applications from all 54 African countries, the Africa’s Business Heroes Prize Competition has revealed the Top 50 Finalists for its 2024 edition.
From Nigeria to Zambia: Entrepreneurs seeing profits in Africa’s fruit Published by Staff Writer on 30 July 2024 From a dried fruit snacks company in Nigeria to juice businesses in Zambia and Sierra Leone, these three entrepreneurs have capitalised on Africa’s abundant fruit resources.
Unlocking East Africa’s agribusiness potential: Insights from investor Published by Staff Writer on 28 July 2024 Investor Saskia van der Mast shares her insights on successful agribusiness models in East Africa and highlights untapped opportunities in the sector.
From Zurich investment banking to building a recycling company in Kenya Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 July 2024 Entrepreneur Keiran Smith left his investment banking career in Zurich to establish Mr Green Africa, a plastic waste recycling company in Kenya.
Africa is back on the map for equity investors Published by Cavan Osborne on 23 July 2024 ‘We are the most confident about investing in Africa over the short- to medium-term than we have been since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.’
Africa’s Business Heroes: Five lessons for five years Published by Zahra Baitie-Boateng on 22 July 2024 As Africa’s Business Heroes enters its sixth year, we have been reflecting on five key learnings to guide our next five years.
Luanda: ‘There’s a vibe to the city,’ says investor Published by Staff Writer on 19 July 2024 ‘Luanda is a city where you can feel an energy, an excitement about the future.’
Why Angola is on the radar of this investor Published by Jaco Maritz on 16 July 2024 ‘Luanda is a city where you can feel an energy, an excitement about the future,’ says investor Isaac Marshall.
