Are Africans ready for their future? Published by Carlos Lopes on 25 June 2015 “Day in, day out, we struggle to contain any bad news that might perturb a new, robust narrative that will reaffirm the new Africa,” writes Carlos Lopes.
Ten tips for entrepreneurs to attract investors and secure funding Published by Staff Writer on 25 June 2015 Many excellent business ideas never get past the spreadsheet stage simply because entrepreneurs fail to connect with investors to help implement them.
What next for Nigeria’s economy? Published by Andrew S Nevin on 24 June 2015 Three future scenarios for Nigeria’s economy.
Turning ideas into reality: Business advice from Africa’s young techies Published by Staff Writer on 24 June 2015 Three tips from young entrepreneurs on how to turn an innovation into a successful business.
Start-up snapshot: Roof tiles that do the job of solar panels (and more) Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 24 June 2015 Tony Nyagah is co-founder and CEO of Strauss Energy, a Kenya-based start-up that manufactures energy-generating roofing tiles.
How a Kenyan husband and wife team built a promising food business Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 June 2015 ‘The potential in the food industry is unlimited. People will never stop eating,” says Classic Foods CEO.
Hidden treasures for Congo coffee tasters Published by Nick Long on 23 June 2015 In 2012, the World Coffee Research Institute described two Kivu provinces in eastern Congo as “a paradise for coffee”.
Why is Angola’s capital the most expensive city in the world? Published by Peter Vanham on 22 June 2015 According to Mercer’s annual “cost of living” ranking, Angola’s capital Luanda is the most expensive city in the world, ahead of more usual suspects like Hong Kong, Zurich, and Singapore.
Solar company finds success by following ‘sell first, build later’ principle Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 June 2015 ‘Don’t try to develop the whole business, instead start selling immediately, see how the customer reacts, and learn from that.’
Pan-African collaboration key for economic progress on the continent Published by Tapiwa Shamu on 22 June 2015 Much has been said about the race amongst Africa’s economic powerhouses to become the preferred destination for foreign investment on the continent.
Seven Zimbabwean companies are participating in the Africa’s Big Seven Published by Press Office on 22 June 2015 Seven Zimbabwean companies, drawn from the Horticulture and Processed Foods sectors, are participating in the Africa’s Big Seven (AB7) which runs from 21 to 23 June 2015 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, South Africa.
A new business model for Uganda’s motorbike taxi industry Published by Kate Douglas on 22 June 2015 A new start-up is trying to build a competitive advantage around offering boda-boda passengers a safer experience.
SAITEX delivers economic benefits Published by Press Office on 21 June 2015 SAITEX is still the biggest business opportunities event in Africa, delivering significant business benefits – not only to show participants, but to the South African economy.
Uganda’s women-only gym is about more than just fitness Published by Justin Probyn on 19 June 2015 When Ugandan Mildred Apenyo had a dumbbell thrown at her at a local gym, she decided to start the country’s first women-only gym.