An entrepreneur’s journey from rural Ethiopia to global finance – and back

Published by Staff Writer on 3 September 2024

Yonas Alemu, founder of the food company Lovegrass Ethiopia, has navigated a remarkable path – from growing up in rural Ethiopia, to working as an investment banker in London, and ultimately returning to his homeland to start a business.

Transforming Africa’s financial landscape: The strategic partnership between Interswitch and ACI Worldwide

Published by Press Office on 3 September 2024

Press Office: Interswitch Digital transformation is reshaping the global financial landscape, and Africa is actively participating in this revolution. Two industry giants, Interswitch and ACI Worldwide, are leading this shift and are committed to enhancing digital payments infrastructure across the African continent. The partnership between Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce […]

Dealmaker’s Log: Five Zambian private equity deals over the past year

Published by Staff Writer on 30 August 2024

We take a closer look at five Zambian private equity deals.

Uganda: Entrepreneur turns banana fibres into hair extensions

Published by Nelly Murungi on 30 August 2024

Juliet Tumusiime is the founder of Cheveux Organique, a Uganda-based manufacturer of eco-friendly hair extensions made from banana fibres, offering a sustainable alternative to synthetic options.

The businessman who sold Ethiopian teff pasta to Italians

Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 August 2024

Investment-banker-turned-entrepreneur Yonas Alemu is the founder of Lovegrass, a food company making products from the Ethiopian super grain teff.

Zimbabwe: The entrepreneur unlocking baobab’s commercial potential

Published by Sanja Gohre on 22 August 2024

Zimbabwe-based entrepreneur Gus Le Breton, co-founder of baobab powder producer B’Ayoba, discusses the fruit’s commercial potential.

Kenyan entrepreneur identifies opportunities in honey and wellness market

Published by Peter Changtoek on 21 August 2024

“You will not wake up one day and find yourself making millions. You have to be disciplined,” says Easter Kojwang, founder of Eastnat Foods.

Anticipation builds as Africa’s Business Heroes Top 20 Finalists head to semi-final stage

Published by Press Office on 21 August 2024

Following a rigorous evaluation process, the Africa’s Business Heroes Prize Competition has announced its 2024 Top 20 Finalists.

Why are Americans interested in pet food from South Africa?

Published by Staff Writer on 20 August 2024

South African pet treat manufacturer Maneli Pets’ first customer was a buyer in the United States.

How Meta’s Lagos headquarters was strategically designed to adapt to changing times

Published by Press Office on 15 August 2024

In today’s fast-paced business environment, flexible and scalable office designs are essential for adapting to rapid changes and evolving work models.

Ghana: How a LinkedIn post launched this CEO’s coconut export business

Published by Staff Writer on 14 August 2024

Michael Annan-Forson’s journey from a modest kitchen operation to an export business began with a simple LinkedIn post.

Is an MBA worth the money? South African CEO shares his thoughts

Published by Staff Writer on 13 August 2024

South African businessman Nhlanhla Dlamini, founder of Maneli Pets, on the costs and benefits of pursuing an MBA.

South African CEO competing in multi-billion dollar pet food industry

Published by Jaco Maritz on 10 August 2024

The global pet food industry is estimated to be worth over $125 billion. Tapping into this vast opportunity is South African-born Nhlanhla Dlamini, the founder and CEO of Maneli Pets.

Entrepreneurs exporting Ghana’s agricultural produce to Europe and beyond

Published by Staff Writer on 7 August 2024

Three Ghanaian entrepreneurs are taking advantage of the country’s agricultural potential by exporting commodities, such as shea butter and palm oil, to international markets.

An entrepreneur’s journey from rural Ethiopia to global finance – and back

Transforming Africa’s financial landscape: The strategic partnership between Interswitch and ACI Worldwide

Dealmaker’s Log: Five Zambian private equity deals over the past year

Uganda: Entrepreneur turns banana fibres into hair extensions

The businessman who sold Ethiopian teff pasta to Italians

Zimbabwe: The entrepreneur unlocking baobab’s commercial potential

Kenyan entrepreneur identifies opportunities in honey and wellness market

Anticipation builds as Africa’s Business Heroes Top 20 Finalists head to semi-final stage

Why are Americans interested in pet food from South Africa?

How Meta’s Lagos headquarters was strategically designed to adapt to changing times

Ghana: How a LinkedIn post launched this CEO’s coconut export business

Is an MBA worth the money? South African CEO shares his thoughts

South African CEO competing in multi-billion dollar pet food industry

Entrepreneurs exporting Ghana’s agricultural produce to Europe and beyond

Ghanaian CEO shares lessons from building a retail business

Ghana: From side hustle to 16 stores – a retail entrepreneur’s story

Building an investable and scalable business in Kenya: Founders share their thoughts

Entrepreneur spots opportunity in Nigeria’s informal retail market

DRC could be lucrative market for Zambia and other neighbours

Tanzania: From rejections to $40m – an entrepreneur’s rocky road to success

Ghana: Profiting from local rice production

Sierra Leone: Seeing an opportunity in onion farming

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