The journey so far: John Armah, CEO, Orios Group Published by Nelly Murungi on 6 June 2019 ‘Not all passions become business opportunities.’
Funke Okubadejo: Nigeria – so many people, too little reform Published by Funke Okubadejo on 5 June 2019 Actis real estate director shares thoughts on Nigerian economy.
Profit-making idea: Who is going to be the next African agro-billionaire? Published by Staff Writer on 5 June 2019 Agribusiness is one big untapped African opportunity, says Fred Swaniker.
Tech entrepreneur warns of the danger of organisational cholesterol Published by Ian Russell on 3 June 2019 Ian Russell explains how to see this silent killer before it hits your organisation.
Aubrey Hruby: A new kind of company is revolutionising Africa’s gig economy Published by Aubrey Hruby on 3 June 2019 Across African markets, companies are pioneering business models that bridge the formal and informal sectors.
How to start your own profitable African import business from home Published by Harnet Bokrezion on 3 June 2019 Learn how to get your own business started in less than three months.
The journey so far: Margaret Hirsch, co-founder, Hirsch’s Published by Nelly Murungi on 1 June 2019 ‘My advice to entrepreneurs is to never borrow a cent. Sell your skills, in the beginning, to get yourself money.’
Africa Deal Roundup: 15 noteworthy private equity deals and announcements in May Published by Staff Writer on 31 May 2019 A selection of deal, fundraising and exit announcements that came across our desk in May 2019.
Nike, MTN, Dangote: Ranking Africa’s top brands Published by Staff Writer on 28 May 2019 The most admired brands on the continent.
Ghana will grow faster than any other economy this year, the IMF says why Published by Charlotte Edmond on 28 May 2019 The West African nation has staged a remarkable comeback.
Due Diligence: Investor talks doing deals in Francophone West Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 May 2019 Jean-Marc Savi de Tové, co-founder of Adiwale Partners, discusses opportunities in the region.
Honoris United Universities announces Academic Council and appoints new independent board member Published by Press Office on 27 May 2019 Academic Council will focus on providing Honoris students with access to 21st century workplace skills.
Malian entrepreneur fights digital exclusion for the illiterate with voice-based social media app Published by Caroline Dubois on 27 May 2019 Mamadou Gouro Sidibé has created an app for social networking for those who can’t read.
The journey so far: Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard, founder, APO Group Published by Nelly Murungi on 23 May 2019 ‘Cemeteries are full of talented entrepreneurs who didn’t meet the right people, who faced bad timing, or who just didn’t have the right kind of support.’
