How to get private equity exits in Africa right Published by Dapo Okubadejo on 29 August 2013 Private equity as an asset class has received reasonable prominence in Africa in recent times.
How Jennifer Barassa built one of Africa’s top advertising agencies Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 August 2013 Jennifer Barassa, founder of Top Image, explains to Dinfin Mulupi how she started one of Kenya’s most successful advertising agencies.
Eight Ghanaian entrepreneurs share their business advice Published by Kate Douglas on 6 August 2013 Over the past year, How we made it in Africa has interviewed a number of entrepreneurs who are operating startups and businesses in Ghana.
Looking for investors? Prove there is a market for your product, says Ahonya founder Published by Kate Douglas on 2 July 2013 “You have to do something extraordinary in the beginning before someone will notice you.”
‘There is a buzz about Africa today and the gains are tangible’ Published by V Shankar on 1 July 2013 In conversations addressing the growth of emerging market champions, it will be increasingly difficult to discount Africa as a key player.
Room for trade growth between Africa’s two economic powerhouses Published by Kate Douglas on 28 June 2013 According to research by Standard Bank, there is substantial room for growth in trade between South Africa and Nigeria.
The balancing act of localisation – finding the point where cost and reach intersect Published by Ian Henderson on 13 May 2013 On entering new territories, companies are confronted with the need for localising their offering.
Three forces that will underpin Africa’s growth over the coming years Published by Jaco Maritz on 9 April 2013 Colin Coleman, of Goldman Sachs, recently identified three forces he believes will buttress Africa’s economic growth over the coming years.
Six African companies with a shot at becoming global leaders Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 January 2013 Boston Consulting Group has identified six African companies that are shaping themselves into global champions.
IT Liberia competition: opening a new frontier for Liberia’s entrepreneurs Published by Promotional Feature on 18 December 2012 Business Startup Centre Monrovia launches the IT Liberia Competition.
Expanding your brand across Africa Published by Nonye Mpho Omotola on 23 November 2012 “Your African brand strategy must represent something in the hearts and minds of your consumers.”
Telecoms in Africa – still opportunity for those who know where to look Published by Mark Jennings on 21 November 2012 “Those searching for growth would do well to look in the field of infrastructure outsourcing.”
Interview: Insight into Invest in Africa’s game plan Published by Kate Douglas on 30 October 2012 How we made it in Africa talks to William Pollen, the programme director of Invest in Africa.
Ethiopia – Africa’s next mobile banking gold mine? Published by Marthe Van Der Wolf on 26 October 2012 Ethiopia is one of the few remaining African countries to introduce mobile banking. With the booming economy and a population of 80 million this country could be the next gold mine for mobile banking companies.