Africa Deal Roundup: 15 deal, fundraising and exit announcements in March Published by Staff Writer on 7 April 2021 A selection of African private equity deal, fundraising and exit announcements that came across our desk in March 2021.
From Ethiopia to Seychelles: Citibank economist on how investors should think about Africa’s frontier markets Published by Jeanette Clark on 7 April 2021 With the right structural and regulatory reforms, many frontier markets in Africa could offer attractive opportunities for investors.
An e-commerce model tailored for low- and middle-income consumers in Kenya Published by Jeanette Clark on 6 April 2021 Tim Steel, CEO of Copia, explains the company’s unique business model that focuses on the underserved mass market.
Nine business ideas to pursue in Africa: Poultry, cannabis, vocational training and more Published by Staff Writer on 5 April 2021 Here are nine business opportunities on our radar, as highlighted by top African entrepreneurs and investors.
Education must be a crisis priority, not an afterthought Published by Press Office on 4 April 2021 Rather than overlooking education in recovery spending, governments should be targeting education, particularly secondary education, to tackle lingering challenges that predate the pandemic but pose significant long-term implications for the continent.
How this South African started a craft beer brand made from local ingredients Published by Adetunji Omotola on 3 April 2021 Founder of the Tolokazi beer and cider brand talks about building the company and trends in the local craft beer industry.
Profit-making idea: Capitalising on the potential of cocoa in Nigeria Published by David I. Adeleke on 2 April 2021 Agribusiness entrepreneur believes several crops deserve more attention and one of these is cocoa.
Business travel in Africa during Covid-19: CEO shares his experiences Published by Jeanette Clark on 31 March 2021 Jean Craven, CEO of Barak Fund Management, discusses his experiences travelling in Africa during the pandemic.
Kenya: Start-up introduces electric fishing boat engines on Lake Victoria Published by James Torvaney on 30 March 2021 Fishers can save about 25% on fuel costs with ASOBO’s electric engines. Co-founder Laurens Friso explains the company’s business model.
How this Ghanaian entrepreneur built a business that combats counterfeit products Published by Jeanette Clark on 29 March 2021 Ashifi Gogo, CEO of Sproxil, saw a business opportunity in the problem of counterfeit goods.
Ghana: Revolutionising protein supply with edible insects Published by James Torvaney on 28 March 2021 Shobhita Soor, founder of Legendary Foods in Ghana, discusses her mission to make insect larvae the most affordable source of protein in West Africa.
Agribusiness prospects in East and Southern Africa: Investor shares his insights Published by Betsy G Henderson on 25 March 2021 Locally produced agricultural products to supply Angola’s retailers and animal feed for poultry and fishery companies. These are just two of the region’s agribusiness opportunities.
Profit-making idea: Crowdfarming in Rwanda Published by Nelly Murungi on 25 March 2021 There is an opportunity to invest surplus capital from city dwellers in rural farmers.
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