‘Made in Africa’ music streaming services look to take on Spotify Published by Seth Onyango on 12 August 2021 The controversy surrounding Spotify’s royalty payout model is providing fertile ground for Africa-based startups looking to challenge the streaming behemoth’s dominance.
Early Paystack backer discusses investment opportunities in African tech start-ups Published by Jaco Maritz on 12 August 2021 Investor Olumide Soyombo talks about his new firm, tech investment opportunities and the return he got on his Paystack bet.
Building a food seasoning business in Kenya: Entrepreneur shares her story Published by Jeanette Clark on 10 August 2021 Anzazi Kiti, founder of Taste Afrique, outlines how she grew a food seasoning brand that is sold in Kenyan supermarkets as well as exported abroad.
How this Nigerian snack food brand increased its Instagram sales by 1,110% Published by Affiong Williams on 10 August 2021 ReelFruit CEO explains how the company boosted its Instagram revenue 11-fold over the past year.
Kenya: This entrepreneur’s business manufactures an alternative to firewood Published by Hannington Osodo on 9 August 2021 From a factory in Nairobi, Chebet Lesan’s company produces fuel briquettes from upcycled farm waste.
City on the move: Tanga, Tanzania Published by Jeanette Clark on 9 August 2021 The city is expected to become a hub of construction and economic activity following the signing of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline project.
From fish farming to camel milk: Eight agribusiness and food ideas to pursue in East Africa Published by Staff Writer on 6 August 2021 Eight agribusiness and food opportunities in East Africa, as highlighted by top entrepreneurs and investors.
Africa’s fastest growing cities: Bujumbura tops the list Published by Seth Onyango on 6 August 2021 Burundi’s Bujumbura is the fastest growing city in Africa, with its population expected to grow 123% from the current one million to roughly 2.3 million people in 2035.
Kenya: Making money exporting the world’s most expensive nut Published by James Torvaney on 5 August 2021 How Patrick Mukundi Mbogo turned a small trading enterprise into one of Kenya’s largest macadamia exporters.
Egypt becomes new frontier for start-up investment in Africa Published by Seth Onyango on 5 August 2021 Egypt is emerging as the biggest investment market for start-ups.
Nigeria: Entrepreneur explains how she built healthy fast food brand Nuli Published by James Torvaney on 4 August 2021 Ada Osakwe started Nuli in 2016 as a juice delivery company. She has since expanded to selling a range of food and drink products in supermarkets as well as six cafés between Lagos and Abuja.
Africa Deal Roundup: 15 deal, fundraising and exit announcements in July Published by Staff Writer on 4 August 2021 A selection of African private equity deal, fundraising and exit announcements that came across our desk in July 2021.
Ghana: Former plastics manufacturer is turning discarded plastic material into building bricks Published by Pearl Akanya Ofori - bird Story Agency on 3 August 2021 Nelson Boateng’s company processes plastic waste collected from around the city into building bricks that are even being used in the construction of churches.
French fries, croissants and frozen vegetables: Gaps in Kenya’s food industry Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 August 2021 Steven Carlyon, president of SimpliFine Foods, discusses opportunities he has identified in Kenya’s food industry.