Building Africa’s creative industries with Yemisi Mokuolu Published by Terser Adamu on 23 August 2023 In Episode #84 of the Unlocking Africa podcast, Terser Adamu talks to Yemisi Mokuolu, an independent producer and creative industries business consultant.
Djembe Consultants announces 10th Anniversary Celebration Campaign Published by Press Office on 23 August 2023 Consultancy celebrating 10 years of amplifying a narrative of opportunity, growth, inclusion, and innovation.
M-Pesa’s foray into Ethiopia marks start of a mobile money showdown Published by Conrad Onyango on 23 August 2023 As Safaricom introduces M-Pesa in Ethiopia, aiming to replicate its immense success in Kenya, a battle with the existing market leader is imminent.
Entrepreneurs target Nigerian shoppers with cookies, furniture and more Published by Staff Writer on 22 August 2023 From affordably-priced cookies tailored for the mass market to furniture crafted for aspirational millennials, we spotlight six entrepreneurs who have launched consumer-oriented ventures in Nigeria.
End of Kenya log ban triggers growth for Wood-Mizer in East Africa Published by Press Office on 20 August 2023 A 2018 log ban imposed in Kenya to boost its forest cover by 10% and improve the country’s sustainability credentials was set to be lifted by July 2023.
Senegal: Embracing traditional building methods in modern construction Published by Maria Knodt on 18 August 2023 Senegalese company DNA is reintroducing the ancient construction method of rammed earth – compacted raw earth bricks.
From Eswatini to Europe: Chilli sauce company finds global traction Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 August 2023 Black Mamba is capitalising on global spicy food trends, exporting to 15 countries, notably the UK, Norway, and Germany.
Profiting from Rwanda’s avocado and chilli export potential Published by Jeanette Clark on 15 August 2023 Entrepreneur Seun Rasheed, founder and CEO of SOUK Farms, is tapping into Rwanda’s strengths for cultivating and exporting crops such as avocados, chillis and beans.
Cross-border food trade in Africa with Daniel Njiwa Published by Terser Adamu on 14 August 2023 Terser Adamu talks to Daniel Njiwa, who is the head of regional food trade at the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA).
Agribusiness in Zimbabwe: Entrepreneurs capitalising on opportunities Published by Staff Writer on 13 August 2023 From producing peanut butter to exporting products made from the baobab fruit, these six businesses are embracing the potential of Zimbabwe’s agribusiness and food industry.
Rebuilding trust with young leaders, igniting positive change Published by Staff Writer on 12 August 2023 Discover how Koffi Assouan envisions a world where youth engagement, inclusion, and empowerment are not just ideals, but thriving realities.
Charcoal from grass: Ghana’s next business opportunity? Published by Staff Writer on 11 August 2023 A new production method to convert savannah grass into charcoal has been developed.
Building an African luxury brand: Interview with model turned shoemaker Published by Staff Writer on 10 August 2023 Once gracing international runways as one of the world’s premier models, Armando Cabral has transitioned into the role of an entrepreneur, founding his eponymous luxury shoe brand.
Teaching teachers: Entrepreneur spots gap in Africa’s education sector Published by Jeanette Clark on 8 August 2023 Entrepreneur Alim Ladha’s Instill Education is addressing sub-Saharan Africa’s need for 17 million teachers by 2030.