Africa Deal Roundup: 15 noteworthy deals and announcements in June Published by Staff Writer on 6 July 2019 A selection of African private equity deal, fundraising and exit announcements that came across our desk in June 2019.
The journey so far: Martin Stimela, CEO, Brastorne Enterprises Published by Staff Writer on 5 July 2019 ‘We had to drown out the noise … to see out our dreams.’
A glimpse into Africa’s universities and business schools of the future: Q&A with Prof. Zaheer Hamid Published by Staff Writer on 2 July 2019 Higher education institutions need to adapt if they are to remain relevant and offer their students skills that can be applied in the real world.
Meet the Boss: Ali Vezvaei, CEO, Ecolog International Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 July 2019 ‘Like in any other human interaction, respect is earned and trust is built.’
Spotting opportunities: Lessons from three female Libyan entrepreneurs Published by Ulf Laessing on 1 July 2019 More and more women in Libya are using their entrepreneurial skills to create income sources for their families.
Investors have barely scratched the surface of Africa’s food and agri opportunities Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 June 2019 We talk dealmaking with Herman Marais, managing partner of EXEO Capital.
The journey so far: Edmund Olotu, CEO, TechAdvance Published by Nelly Murungi on 27 June 2019 ‘Now, when I look back, I wish I didn’t sacrifice so much living to be here.’
Ghanaian entrepreneur battling counterfeit agricultural products Published by Laurie Goering on 25 June 2019 Bright Simons helps reduce yield loss by finding counterfeit crop seeds before they’re planted.
Investment trip to Mauritius: A hidden island under construction Published by Cavan Osborne on 25 June 2019 Old Mutual Equities portfolio manager Cavan Osborne shares his thoughts on investment opportunities in Mauritius.
Profit-making idea: Educational institutions for the 2020s, not the 1960s Published by Staff Writer on 25 June 2019 ‘In Nigeria, our traditional schools are still educating our children for the 1960s, not the 2020s.’
Collins Kimaro: Direction Wakanda – finance methods to make Africa a superhero continent Published by Collins Kimaro on 24 June 2019 Africa must be bold and lead innovative financing strategies, argues Collins Kimaro.
The journey so far: Gregory Chama, founder, City Drive Rent a Car Published by Nelly Murungi on 21 June 2019 ‘You need to get used to putting out fires all the time. It’s a prerequisite entrepreneurial skill.’
Mohammad Amir Anwar: Most call centre jobs are a dead end for South Africa’s youth Published by Mohammad Amir Anwar on 19 June 2019 Unlike their South African counterparts, Indian call centre workers have better career prospects, writes Mohammad Amir Anwar.
Africa’s energy landscape transitions to base load-capable renewables Published by Staff Writer on 19 June 2019 Technology disruption presents opportunity for renewables, African utilities and their funders.
