Africa is not waiting for the west, says author Published by Kate Douglas on 17 June 2014 Journalist and author Dayo Olopade says there are numerous misconceptions concerning Africa.
How smaller businesses can help Africa thrive Published by Arancha Gonzlez on 17 June 2014 Empowering the African private sector to tap into value chains would bolster prospects for growth and job creation.
Business opportunities galore at Africa’s Big Seven Published by Promotional Feature on 17 June 2014 As a showcase for new and exciting foods, beverages and equipment from around the world, Africa’s Big Seven (AB7) is the biggest and most spectacular exhibition on the continent.
Njeri Rionge on how African SMEs can become global players Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 17 June 2014 “We have to be prepared to offer goods and services that are to an international standard.”
Survey reveals Africa’s most expensive cities for expats Published by Jaco Maritz on 16 June 2014 Two African cities are included in the top 10 of a recent ranking of the world’s most expensive cities for expatriates.
What it takes to be a successful industrialist in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 June 2014 Proponents of manufacturing say the sector is a great opportunity for Africa to industrialise and provide jobs to millions of unemployed.
Epson: SMEs driving printer sales in East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 June 2014 Japanese electronics manufacturer Epson is expecting growth in demand for printers in East Africa due to a surge in private sector activity.
An in-depth look at how Africa’s richest man made his fortune Published by Simon Allison on 13 June 2014 Aliko Dangote made his fortune by gambling on Nigeria’s success when others would not dare.
Tutor.ng – a startup with a new model for education in Nigeria Published by Kate Douglas on 13 June 2014 “Our current education system can’t meet our demand,” says Fehintolu Olaogun, co-founder of Tutor.ng.
Working from a cyber café ‘office’ for six months: The inspiring story of JamboPay Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 13 June 2014 How we made it in Africa talks to JamboPay founder Danson Muchemi.
South African mining in crisis: Experts share what the future may hold Published by Kate Douglas on 12 June 2014 South Africa is experiencing its longest and costliest platinum mining strike ever.
Three lessons South African agriculture can learn from Nigeria Published by Zhann Meyer on 12 June 2014 Nigeria is successfully leveraging agriculture’s economic potential.
Accra – Africa’s top future investment destination? Published by Jaco Maritz on 12 June 2014 Ghana’s capital Accra has been ranked as the large African city with the highest potential for inclusive growth.
How a teenager started Uganda’s first paper bag manufacturing company Published by Kate Douglas on 11 June 2014 Award winning entrepreneur, Andrew Mupuya, was 16 when he came up with the idea to manufacture paper bags in Uganda.