Nigerian entrepreneur among Africa’s top 10 business heroes Published by Staff Writer on 11 November 2024 Mobolaji Ajayi, the Nigerian founder and CEO of Purelife Pharmacy, has been named one of the top 10 finalists in the Africa’s Business Heroes Prize Competition.
Seven opportunities in Zimbabwe’s agriculture sector Published by Staff Writer on 10 November 2024 Earlier this year, the IFC published a report highlighting several business opportunities in Zimbabwe’s agriculture sector.
Five notable Nigerian private equity and venture capital deals Published by Nelly Murungi on 8 November 2024 We highlight five Nigerian private capital transactions.
Nigerian entrepreneur identifies an opportunity in pharmacy sector Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 November 2024 Mobolaji Ajayi is the founder and CEO of Nigeria’s Purelife Pharmacy, a business offering pharmacy and primary healthcare services through both physical stores and an online platform.
Tanzania: Agriculture is not for the faint-hearted, says entrepreneur Published by Staff Writer on 6 November 2024 Businessman highlights the numerous challenges of succeeding in the farming sector.
Africa’s just energy transition: Investing in Africa’s clean energy future is critical for people and planet Published by Dietmar Siersdorfer on 6 November 2024 Unlocking Africa’s vast renewable energy potential requires a combination of local inclusion, affordable capital, and long-term policy frameworks.
Three entrepreneurs unlocking Tanzania’s agribusiness opportunities Published by Staff Writer on 30 October 2024 We take a closer look at three entrepreneurs tapping into Tanzania’s agribusiness potential, from processing cashews for export and cultivating apples to building a poultry franchise network.
Small or big business, the problems are similar, says South African CEO Published by Staff Writer on 29 October 2024 ‘The problems [for] a small business are very much like the problems for a big business. So you’d rather try and build a big business.’
Why this German invested in Tanzania’s first commercial apple farm Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 October 2024 German-born entrepreneur David Runge spotted an opportunity in apple farming in East Africa.
African Energy Finance Summit – a platform to sign deals Published by Press Office on 23 October 2024 The African Energy Finance Summit galvanises financial support for African energy growth by providing a platform to sign deals and enhance an environment conducive for investment in Africa.
Looking for big returns in Africa? Get in before the crowd arrives Published by Staff Writer on 16 October 2024 Japanese entrepreneur Yuma Sasaki explains his strategic play in Ethiopia.
Three entrepreneurs tapping into Ghana’s farming potential Published by Staff Writer on 15 October 2024 By cultivating rice, processing shea nuts, and drying fruit, these three entrepreneurs are tapping into Ghana’s agricultural potential.
How this Japanese entrepreneur started an e-motorbike business in Ethiopia Published by Jaco Maritz on 12 October 2024 In 2021, Japanese entrepreneur Yuma Sasaki moved to Ethiopia to establish Dodai, an electric motorcycle company assembling its bikes locally in Addis Ababa.
Three South African factory bosses to watch Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 October 2024 These three South African entrepreneurs have navigated the complexities of manufacturing to build thriving ventures, with their products ranging from high-end coolers and industrial piping to innovative pet treats.
