The story of Filmhouse, Nigeria’s largest cinema chain Published by David I. Adeleke on 2 October 2020 Kene Okwuosa and Moses Babatope reveal how they capitalised on an opportunity in the entertainment industry.
American entrepreneur establishes furniture brand in Kenya Published by Ann Ngengere on 2 October 2020 “I did extensive research on several ideas and industries and saw promise in the furniture market,” says Eric Kouskalis, co-founder of Moko.
Honoris United Universities launches 21st Century Skills Certificate to skill up graduates for the future world of work Published by Press Office on 2 October 2020 The Honoris 21st Century Skills Certificate will further enhance the employability of its students by equipping them with the most in-demand soft and digital skills.
Africa Deal Roundup: 15 noteworthy deals and announcements in September Published by Staff Writer on 30 September 2020 A selection of African private equity deal, fundraising and exit announcements that came across our desk in September 2020.
International recognition for Bertha Centre (UCT GSB) researchers Published by Press Office on 30 September 2020 The Bertha Centre for Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship is developing a new teaching case method.
Experts reveal nine agribusiness and food opportunities in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 29 September 2020 Africa’s agribusiness and food sector presents significant commercial opportunities.
Dealmaking in South Africa: Interview with investor Zuko Kubukeli Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 September 2020 We speak to Zuko Kubukeli, CEO of PAPE Fund Managers, about the firm’s investment strategy, the impact of Covid and his most successful deal to date.
Land hunters: App matches Zimbabwe’s farmers with vacant plots Published by Farai Shawn Matiashe on 28 September 2020 The app’s creators hope it can help boost food security, in a country where more than half of irrigable land is lying idle.
Profit-making idea: Financing private healthcare SMEs in Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal Published by Staff Writer on 28 September 2020 There are three areas where health SMEs are particularly ripe for investment: high growth potential clinics; medical and paramedical practices; and wholesalers of both pharmaceutical and medical equipment.
The Flip podcast: Much ado about the media Published by Justin Norman on 26 September 2020 In this episode, we explore and unpack the relationship between the tech ecosystem and the media.
UCT GSB teaching case study on medical technology company, Biotronik, wins top international award Published by Press Office on 25 September 2020 Researchers from the UCT Graduate School of Business (GSB) have once again taken top honours in a prestigious international case writing competition.
How FoodCo is adapting to Nigeria’s evolving retail sector Published by Dianna Games on 24 September 2020 Ade Sun-Basorun, CEO of FoodCo Nigeria, shares how he is modernising consumer retail in Nigeria.
Entrepreneur explains how she built fashion company Rwanda Clothing Published by Jeanette Clark on 24 September 2020 We talk to Joselyne Umutoniwase about her company’s growth, competition in the industry and what it takes to build a profitable fashion label.
Bee Happy: Interview with founder of Kenyan honey business Published by Nelly Murungi on 23 September 2020 Bee Happy Enterprises is a Kenyan company involved in bee farming and the production of honey-related products.
