Zimbabwe: How this entrepreneur built an off-grid solar company Published by Alois Vinga on 29 March 2023 The off-grid solar company Zonful Energy has powered over 30,000 homes and currently has a subsidiary business in Mozambique as part of its regional expansion strategy.
$770 per acre: Why Kenyan farmers are turning to sunflowers Published by Nathan Ombuni on 28 March 2023 Kenyan farmer Marystella Wabwoba sells her sunflower oil at $3.08 for half a litre.
Spacefinish: 5 years of immense impact rebuilding African workspaces Published by Press Office on 27 March 2023 Spacefinish has become the foremost design-and-build company reimagining workspaces and lifestyles across Africa.
BuuPass: Digitalising East Africa’s transportation industry Published by Antony Maina on 24 March 2023 Talking business with the founders of BuuPass.
ShEquity launches the fourth edition of investment firm’s accelerator programme Published by Press Office on 24 March 2023 Application deadline for female entrepreneurs in the ECOWAS region is 21 April 2023.
Interview: Miya founder reveals strategy for selling water in Senegal Published by Jaco Maritz on 23 March 2023 Miya is a Senegal-based water company that aims to provide a cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative to the predominant brands in the West African nation.
European investor backs Somalia’s private sector Published by Staff Writer on 22 March 2023 Swedfund has committed $5 million to the Nordic Horn of Africa Opportunities Fund, an investment vehicle targeting Somali SMEs.
Entrepreneurs seize opportunity in Egypt’s fruit and veg market Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 March 2023 FreshSource is an Egyptian B2B agricultural supply chain platform that buys fresh produce directly from farmers and delivers it to businesses such as restaurants, retailers, hotels and food manufacturers.
Uganda: How this CEO spotted a gap in the agricultural supply chain Published by Antony Maina on 21 March 2023 Inputi’s founder and CEO, David Lukwago, provides insights into the company’s strategy of using a digital platform to connect farmers, suppliers and manufacturers in the agricultural sector.
A more inclusive pension system in Nigeria with Tunji Andrews Published by Terser Adamu on 16 March 2023 In Episode #60 of the Unlocking Africa podcast, Terser Adamu talks to Tunji Andrews, who is the CEO of Awabah. The digital platform helps millions of Nigerians get on the Micro Pension Scheme.
Nigerian cassava: The next big thing in US food market? Published by Jeanette Clark on 15 March 2023 Shine Bridge Global plans to produce and sell products made from Nigerian cassava in the US and other countries.
Europe’s growing interest in Africa’s green hydrogen potential Published by Conrad Onyango on 15 March 2023 Europe is setting its sight on Africa’s yet-to-be-developed green hydrogen industry.
From catfish to cassava: Seven Nigerian agribusiness entrepreneurs to watch Published by Staff Writer on 13 March 2023 We highlight seven Nigerian entrepreneurs making a name for themselves in the agribusiness and food industry.
JRM Pallets: From a farm start-up to vertically integrated timber business Published by Press Office on 13 March 2023 Hectorspruit-based JRM Pallets is investing in continued growth to unlock timber opportunities in South Africa and the region.