Calvin Klein owner could source 25% of its production from Africa in five years Published by Kate Douglas on 26 September 2016 Eastern Africa has the potential to compete with clothing manufacturing giants like China and Bangladesh.
East Africa’s up-and-coming cosmetics companies Published by Maritz Africa Intelligence on 26 September 2016 There is a growing trend of local entrepreneurs, especially women, entering the industry.
Seven innovative companies meeting Africa’s renewable energy needs Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 6 September 2016 Six hundred million people currently lack access to reliable grid-connected electricity in sub-Saharan Africa – these companies have solutions.
Meet the Boss: George Odo, MD for East Africa, AfricInvest Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 August 2016 Private equity boss shares what keeps him awake at night, and why he has been successful in business.
A megaproject rises in East Africa Published by Wanjohi Kabukuru on 8 August 2016 Experts view the LAPSSET project as a major contribution to the African Union’s regional integration vision of a peaceful, prosperous and fully integrated continent by 2063.
Meet the Boss: Hakan Soderholm, managing director, Tetra Pak East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 4 August 2016 ‘I think the biggest leadership challenge is to raise kids.’
Unpacking foreign investment trends in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 26 July 2016 Highlights from a new EY report.
Private equity requires family businesses to become more ‘corporate’ Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 July 2016 We speak to George Odo, managing director for East Africa at private equity firm AfricInvest.
East Africa: How improved packaging can unlock growth for food producers Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 July 2016 Food companies can boost sales by introducing packaging that better cater to the needs of urban consumers, especially those at the lower-end of the market.
Expert adaptation to take your business into Africa Published by Press Office on 22 June 2016 Peter Vieira and Stephen Henwood are at the helm of Nashua’s cross-continental expansion, and offer advice drawn from their own experiences to empower suppliers to better serve their customers as they expand into Africa.
10 business trends, ideas and opportunities in east Africa’s consumer industries Published by Staff Writer on 20 June 2016 Major takeaways from a new report.
Angel investing – don’t risk all your retirement money Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 26 May 2016 You have to realise that you might lose all your money, says Kenyan angel investor Stephen Gugu.
A look at four promising SMEs in Rwanda Published by Sara Leedom on 11 May 2016 In light of this week’s World Economic Forum on Africa, taking place in Rwanda, here are four of the country’s most promising SMEs.
Theft remains a challenge for East African retailers Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 March 2016 Although supermarkets have made strides to combat theft, it continues to be a headache.