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.”
Young entrepreneurs hold the key to growth in Africa Published by Ashish J Thakkar on 18 December 2013 “I strongly believe entrepreneurship is the answer to Africa’s many challenges.”
Five myths about entrepreneurship Published by Krisztina Holly on 17 December 2013 “Entrepreneurship depends on a culture that accepts failure, agile and skilled talent, and a resilient ecosystem.”
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.
Our five most interesting entrepreneur profiles of 2013 Published by Staff Writer on 16 December 2013 Over the past 12 months How we made it in Africa featured numerous entrepreneurs doing interesting things on the continent.
Addressing Africa’s infrastructure deficit Published by Bill Banks on 16 December 2013 When it comes to addressing the infrastructure deficit in Africa, it’s all about the preparation.
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.
Note from the publisher: Taking stock of an interesting and highly successful year Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 December 2013 This year has been the biggest yet for How we made it in Africa as we work towards our goal of being the continent’s smartest and most interesting business publication.
It sounds like science fiction – how the personalised web could change your life Published by Michael Altendorf on 13 December 2013 Smartphones and other internet-connected devices could soon start predicting our movements, interests and habits.
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.