‘There is money in townships’: South African grows IT business to 36 stores Published by Kate Douglas on 23 October 2015 ‘There is money in townships because the numbers are here. Even if Khayelitsha has 50% unemployment, there is a large population that is able to compensate for that.’
After exile: Why Barkue Tubman returned to Liberia to set up her marketing firm Published by Kate Douglas on 18 September 2015 “As I spent time here I recognised there was so much need for everything. It was like a blank canvas.”
Eight insightful business tips from celebrated entrepreneur Bright Simons Published by Kate Douglas on 21 August 2015 ‘I think innovation is very much the ability to ask those questions that nobody thinks are important.’
The Venture Bus: A road trip for entrepreneurs Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 August 2015 A seven-day journey that turns business ideas into real projects.
Meet the Ghanaian entrepreneur with a solution to rural farmer struggles Published by Kate Douglas on 17 July 2015 Alloysius Attah (26) has one solution to many problems faced by rural farmers – and it’s a simple one.
American investor shares experiences working with African entrepreneurs Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 July 2015 Talking early-stage investment with Village Capital’s Ross Baird.
Ten tips for entrepreneurs to attract investors and secure funding Published by Staff Writer on 25 June 2015 Many excellent business ideas never get past the spreadsheet stage simply because entrepreneurs fail to connect with investors to help implement them.
Entrepreneurs must tread lightly when going into business with friends or family Published by Staff Writer on 15 June 2015 Here are guidelines for young entrepreneurs considering a business partnership with friends or family.
Start-up snapshot: Co-founder of Ethiopia’s Addiscan discusses his business Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 March 2015 Our best strategy has been to approach businesses and demonstrate our product.
Financing boda-bodas in Uganda: Where banks say no, this entrepreneur says yes Published by Kate Douglas on 12 March 2015 Michael Wilkerson is one of the founders of Tugende, a company that offers a lease-to-own model to help Ugandan boda-boda drivers own their own motorcycle.
Going global: How this Nigerian game developer built his enterprise Published by Justin Probyn on 11 March 2015 “Entrepreneurial principles are universal, but they need to be utilised in context,” said Gamsole’s founder.
How a rule-breaking Kenyan succeeded in the hair industry… in South Africa Published by Karimi Kiambi on 6 March 2015 Tracy Wangari launched her Cape Town-based salon in 1999 and maintains a hands-on role in the now successful venture.
‘101 Ways To Make Money in Africa’: New book will help your business ambitions Published by Press Office on 3 March 2015 Dr. Harnet Bokrezion and John-Paul Iwuoha are Africa business consultants and co-authors of the book ‘101 Ways to Make Money in Africa’.
Top sectors for South African entrepreneurs to capitalise on in 2015 Published by Staff Writer on 26 January 2015 South Africa’s many challenges provide opportunities for entrepreneurs to take advantage of.