How Rachel Tladi is making a name for herself in a male-dominated industry Published by Kate Douglas on 13 May 2013 Rachel Tladi tells How we made it in Africa about the challenges of being a businesswoman in the male-dominated construction industry.
Meet the Boss: Chris Kirubi, businessman, Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 13 May 2013 How we made it in Africa talks to Chris Kirubi, a leading entrepreneur and investor in East Africa.
‘The cost of entry into Africa will be higher in the future’ Published by Gerald Mahinda on 10 May 2013 Gerald Mahinda, managing director of Brandhouse, shares his thoughts on how to be successful in Africa’s consumer markets.
Want to charge a phone in rural Africa? This company has the solution. Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 May 2013 One Degree Solar’s BrightBox system powers lights, smartphones, tablets, and radios.
Know your business partner in Africa – three simple checks Published by Mitchell Mackay on 9 May 2013 A trusted and capable local business partner is a sought-after commodity in Africa.
Meet the Boss: James Mwangi, CEO, Equity Bank Group Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 9 May 2013 “We need to look at ways to unlock the youth demographic dividend.”
Many American companies fail to appreciate Africa’s opportunities, says US-based investor Published by Kate Douglas on 9 May 2013 “I think we are missing an unbelievable opportunity,” says Robert Scharar.
Kenya’s peaceful election should boost business confidence Published by Jaco Maritz on 9 May 2013 The fact that Kenya’s recent elections was conducted relatively peacefully should send a positive message to investors, says Alan Cassels, Kenya country manager of DHL.
The big potential in African smallholders Published by Pat Devenish on 9 May 2013 A strong relationship with smallholder farmers is central to Seed Co’s approach.
Meet the Boss: Ebenezer Essoka, CEO, Standard Chartered South Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 May 2013 “I am also a myth buster; when you say it can’t be done, I believe it can be done.”
Growth in pensions means good times ahead for Africa’s private equity industry Published by Jaco Maritz on 8 May 2013 Africa’s private equity industry will be a major beneficiary of the growth in pension funds.
Executing winning strategies in Africa Published by Kennedy Bungane on 7 May 2013 There is always discussion about risk and reward in Africa – how to move away from perceived risk to actually objectively understand what risk you’ve got.
Meet the Boss: Tony Sugden, CEO, Warrior Security Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 May 2013 “Cashflow is king and I will admit there have been times when I have seriously wondered how to fund the growth.”
How top businessman Ashish J. Thakkar approaches investment in Africa Published by Ashish J Thakkar on 6 May 2013 “I believe that the real opportunities lie in creating new businesses.”
