Unilever director rounds up consumer goods business in 2013 Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 December 2013 “It has been a year that has tested business and the capacity of business to survive at a time like this.”
Impact of Africa’s innovation hubs: Too early to call? Published by Kate Douglas on 17 December 2013 Tech hubs are springing up across Africa, and will gain much from collaborating with each other.
Five must-know African consumer trends to run with in 2014 Published by Staff Writer on 13 December 2013 Africa – and more importantly, African consumers – will be firmly on the global stage in 2014.
How SME financial access in Africa compares to other developing economies Published by Staff Writer on 13 December 2013 An AfDB report shows that many African SMEs have difficulty accessing external financing.
Being a woman in business in Africa takes guts, says Coca-Cola foundation boss Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 December 2013 Coca-Cola recognises the benefit of empowering women in Africa.
Carl Bates on making a business about more than the founder Published by Kate Douglas on 12 December 2013 “Craftsmanship is about sustaining the small; it’s not about becoming a big organisation.”
Unlocking Africa’s housing market potential Published by Promotional Feature on 12 December 2013 The Pan African Housing Fund looks to address the housing shortage in East Africa.
From coffee to beer to mining: A glimpse into Rwanda’s business environment Published by Kate Douglas on 12 December 2013 How we made it in Africa spends a day with DHL in Kigali, Rwanda.
European SMEs eye Africa Published by Nelly Nyagah on 11 December 2013 European-based companies are looking further afield for growth.
How Laetitia Mukungu started her own farming business at the age of 14 Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 December 2013 Laetitia Mukungu is not your average teenager.
Meet the Boss: Ahsan Manji, managing director, Weetabix East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 11 December 2013 Ahsan Manji and his team are ambitious, striving to achieve their Big Hairy Audacious Goals.
How Mandela’s death could influence investment in South Africa Published by Bruce Donald on 11 December 2013 Economist Bruce Donald looks at the effects Mandela’s passing may have on South Africa’s economy.
Family businesses in Rwanda ‘need to improve their financial records’ Published by Kate Douglas on 10 December 2013 Many businesses are denied funding as their records are not up to scratch.
Making sure your business strategy remains relevant in 2014 Published by Business Partners team on 10 December 2013 Entrepreneurs need to rethink their business strategies alongside economic conditions.
