How we made it in Africa

How we made it in Africa

Eyecare entrepreneur starts business with minimal upfront costs

Jérôme Lapaire’s approach shows you don’t need to have everything figured out before starting a business.

How we made it in Africa
Jun 09, 2024
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Jérôme Lapaire, CEO of Lapaire Glasses

Swiss entrepreneur Jérôme Lapaire spotted an opportunity for affordable eyeglasses in Africa. Today, Lapaire Glasses has a presence in several African countries and has raised millions of dollars in investment.

What I like about the story of this company is how Lapaire started the business in Kenya with minimal setup…

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