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French start-ups operating in Africa share their experiences

Published by Proparco on 4 October 2021

CEOs of three French start-ups focusing on African markets talk doing business on the continent.

Industrialist sees export potential from northern Nigeria to landlocked Niger and Burkina Faso

Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 October 2021

Abdul Samad Rabiu believes there are attractive opportunities to export certain products from northern Nigeria to nearby landlocked countries.

Young Zimbabweans see money-making opportunities in farming

Published by Tafadzwa Ufumeli on 1 October 2021

Baldwin Mazango is an example of a new, young, generation of farmers leading a silent revolution in the continent’s vast farmlands.

Producing plantain flour and other foods: Nigerian entrepreneur shares her experiences

Published by Ben Jackson on 29 September 2021

Founder of Dasun Integrated Farms outlines her journey of starting a food production company.

Nigeria: Entrepreneur grows smoked catfish venture into diversified food business

Published by Tom Collins on 28 September 2021

Graemoh Foods CEO discusses how he started his company as well as growth opportunities and industry challenges.

10 business ideas to pursue in Africa: Packaging, baked goods, affordable housing and more

Published by Staff Writer on 27 September 2021

A selection of potential business opportunities that came across our desk in Q3 2021.

Igho Sanomi says Taleveras resolute to pioneer African participation in LNG trades

Published by Press Office on 27 September 2021

As global markets consolidate recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, LNG markets globally are tightening, with demand growth led by anticipated surge in Asian and Latin America demand.

High-tech internet solution across the Congo River links Kinshasa, Brazzaville

Published by Seth Onyango on 25 September 2021

Alphabet’s Project Taara is now beaming high-speed internet across the Congo River.

Uganda: Entrepreneur builds brand of drinks made from the hibiscus plant

Published by Tom Collins on 25 September 2021

The founder of Rena Beverage Solutions talks about the origins of her company and the challenges of running a drinks business in Uganda.

Energy trader Taleveras settles with Swiss banks

Published by Press Office on 24 September 2021

Taleveras, one of Africa’s largest energy traders, has settled its disputes with two major European banks.

Exporting ginger from Nigeria: Businessman sees big potential

Published by James Torvaney on 23 September 2021

Kenneth Obiajulu, CEO of ginger supplier Agricorp, explains how he built the company and why there is so much potential in the ginger export business.

Opportunities in French-speaking West Africa: Insights from private equity investor

Published by Jaco Maritz on 22 September 2021

Jean-Marc Savi de Tové, co-founder of private equity firm Adiwale Partners, reveals the industries that excite him, from air conditioning to private education.

Where to invest in Africa: Report reveals top 10 economies

Published by Staff Writer on 22 September 2021

Rand Merchant Bank’s Where to Invest in Africa 2021 report assesses each African economy’s investment potential.

Nigeria: Start-up identifies profit potential in oil palm value chain

Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 September 2021

Nigerian start-up company Releaf has developed equipment and software to make the oil palm value chain more efficient and profitable.

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