South Africa: ‘Load shedding is an opportunity’ for private equity Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 May 2023 A closer look at private equity investment in South Africa’s power sector and emerging prospects within the industry.
Zimbabwe private sector snapshot Published by Margaret Mandeya on 18 May 2023 A quick guide to the challenges and opportunities for the private sector in Harare and beyond.
What it takes to build a fruit snacks business in Nigeria with Affiong Williams Published by Terser Adamu on 18 May 2023 Terser Adamu talks to Affiong Williams, founder of Nigerian fruit processing company ReelFruit.
Five businesses harnessing Ethiopia’s local resources Published by Staff Writer on 16 May 2023 We take a look at five companies capitalising on Ethiopia’s agricultural and livestock potential.
From Nigeria to Kenya: African VC investors reveal three standout startups Published by Jaco Maritz on 14 May 2023 At the African Private Capital Association’s annual conference, a panel of venture capital investors in Africa were asked to each identify a company from their portfolios that excite them the most.
An investor’s view on North African healthcare opportunities Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 May 2023 Some North African countries, including Morocco and Egypt, have emerged as attractive destinations for healthcare investments, according to Afsane Jetha, CEO of private equity firm Alta Semper.
Allan Gray’s outlook on equities in Zimbabwe, Nigeria and Egypt Published by Rami Hajjar on 11 May 2023 It has been a tumultuous first quarter of 2023, and African equities have not been spared.
Why Sudan conflict could impact global fizzy drink and candy makers Published by bird story agency on 10 May 2023 Sudan’s acacia trees provide over 70% of the global gum arabic supply, a vital ingredient in fizzy drinks, cosmetics, and candy, with few substitutes available.
Entrepreneurs turn Zambia’s wild fruit into a growing juice business Published by Jeanette Clark on 10 May 2023 Co-founder of Forest Africa Zambia talks about the company’s business model, the benefits of targeting smaller retail outlets as a sales channel, and future diversification plans.
From investment to IPO: Backing an Egyptian consumer healthcare company Published by Jaco Maritz on 9 May 2023 Afsane Jetha, the CEO of Alta Semper, discusses the firm’s investment in Macro Group Pharmaceuticals, highlighting the company’s import substitution strategy and the efforts to prepare it for a stock market listing.
Making investment opportunities accessible to all Africans with Kola Oyeneyin Published by Terser Adamu on 8 May 2023 Terser Adamu talks to Kola Oyeneyin, CEO of the Opportunik Global Fund (OGF), which is a private wealth fund designed by Africans for Africans.
Six entrepreneurs capitalising on Tanzania’s agribusiness opportunities Published by Staff Writer on 7 May 2023 We highlight the stories of six Tanzanian agribusiness and food entrepreneurs who have made their mark on the local and global markets.
Investing in African sports talent Published by Bonface Orucho on 5 May 2023 Entrepreneurs across Africa are pioneering innovative business models in the sports industry, creating opportunities for athletes to earn more money.
Nigeria: An African alternative to ChatGPT takes Telegram by storm Published by Gabriella Opara on 3 May 2023 How Nigerian developer Justin Irabor created a popular AI chatbot study partner and personal assistant.