Five notable African private equity and venture capital deals in March Published by Staff Writer on 3 April 2023 We highlight five of the most interesting African private equity and venture capital investments that took place in March.
Building an Africa-focused public relations agency with Jessica Hope Published by Terser Adamu on 2 April 2023 In Episode #63 of the Unlocking Africa podcast, Terser Adamu talks to Jessica Hope, who is the founder and CEO of Wimbart.
New planned city aims to be the Las Vegas of East Africa Published by Uno April on 1 April 2023 Bold plans for a new hub of tourism and entertainment, with luxurious hotels featuring unique themes.
Building an electric motorcycle battery-swap network in Uganda Published by Powering Renewable Energy Opportunities on 30 March 2023 Unpacking the business model of Zembo, a company that seeks to own Uganda’s largest battery swapping network aimed at motorcycle taxis.
Kenyan entrepreneur leaves Nation Media Group for gooseberry venture Published by Peter Changtoek on 30 March 2023 Viola Maina founded Gooseberry Delight Limited, a Kenyan company specialising in creating products from the underutilised gooseberry fruit.
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.
