The entrepreneur behind the schoolbag that transforms into a light at night Published by Staff Writer on 15 April 2015 Repurpose Schoolbags is an innovation made from ‘upcycled’ plastic shopping bags with built-in solar technology.
Chef wants to put Ethiopian cuisine on global map with cooking show Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 14 April 2015 How we made it in Africa talks to chef Yohanis Hailemariam.
The implications of Nigeria's historic election run deep Published by Barry7000 on 13 April 2015 Opposition’s unprecedented win is an opportunity to tackle inequality, diversify Nigeria’s economy and encourage investment.
Start-up snapshot: Database of construction industry professionals Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 13 April 2015 Kinehintsa is a database of buildings, service providers and professionals in the construction industry in Ethiopia.
How healthy is Africa’s sovereign bond debt? Published by Masimba Tafirenyika on 13 April 2015 Analysts caution against accumulating too much.
‘Business school wasn’t going to teach me to run a business in Ethiopia’ Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 13 April 2015 How we made it in Africa talks to entrepeneur Abai Schulze.
Phatisa senior partner announcement – Yida Kemoli Published by Press Office on 13 April 2015 We are pleased to announce that Yida Kemoli has joined Phatisa as Senior Partner – East Africa.
The gilded cage: Who does the CFA franc really benefit? Published by Simon Allison on 10 April 2015 Does this regional currency benefit France and African elites at the expense of local economies?
Meet the Boss: Bruno Olierhoek, MD for Central Africa, Nestlé Published by Kate Douglas on 10 April 2015 “Be patient and build from the ground up.”
Start-up snapshot: Manufacturing electrical hardware in Ethiopia Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 9 April 2015 “The biggest risk is Chinese manufacturers.”
Africa Tech Trends: Is Apple building a bigger physical presence on the continent? Published by Tom Jackson on 9 April 2015 Tom Jackson looks at the most important developments in Africa’s technology industry.
International trade: Three African countries join the list of red countries Published by Staff Writer on 9 April 2015 Globally, the increased concern around public safety has resulted in the intensification of security measures for transportation of goods internationally.
Pizza vs injera: Selling Italian food in Ethiopia Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 April 2015 Selling pizza in a country where traditional foods are very popular is no easy task.
Then and now: A look at how past finalists benefited from the Anzisha Prize Published by Staff Writer on 8 April 2015 With the deadline for 2015 Anzisha Prize applications fast approaching, past finalists want to encourage entries for this year, and shared how they have benefited.
