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Mobile-based lending is huge in Kenya: but there’s a downside too

Published by Victor Odundo Owuor on 9 October 2019

Mobile loan platforms have given Kenyans access to easy loans, but they come at a high price.

Kenyan streaming service set to conquer African continent

Published by Vince Matinde on 3 December 2018

Martin Nielsen on the ups and downs of the music distribution industry.

Investment trip: Kenya in crisis, but Africa outlook improves

Published by Cavan Osborne on 27 November 2018

Growth in Kenya has been slow since the government capped the interest rate banks can charge in 2016.

Mobile money transfers have taken off in Somalia. But there are risks

Published by Victor Odundo Owuor on 16 October 2018

Transfers in Somalia are predominantly available in US dollars, which isn’t healthy for the country’s economy.

Andrea Traversone: Venture capital in Africa – the long-term opportunity for investors

Published by Andrea Traversone on 5 September 2018

It is a question of balancing the risks with the undoubted long-term opportunities, says investor at Amadeus Capital Partners.

The journey so far: David Martin Kayondo, CEO, Goldswans Group

Published by Justin Probyn on 2 August 2018

‘I believe everyone is capable of huge success if they focus their resources on particular goals and run their own race.’

From the dream of a cashless Africa to a constantly expanding startup: The Zoona story

Published by Mike Quinn on 16 July 2018

Like all venture capital-backed startups, Zoona has been through its fair share of ups and downs.

Ranked: Africa’s most-admired brands

Published by Staff Writer on 29 May 2018

The Brand Africa 100 ranking is based on a survey among consumers 18 years and older, conducted in 23 countries across Africa.

African banks must ‘adapt or die’ as emerging fintechs evolve into bigger threats

Published by Kate Douglas on 9 November 2017

‘It is not a sprint – it’s a 10- to 20-year play. But if they don’t start thinking about it now, it’s the end.’

Mobile financial services in Africa: Winning the battle for the customer

Published by Mutsa Chironga and team on 26 September 2017

To compete in Africa’s diverse mobile money markets, banks must offer distinctive services.

Can off-grid electricity power Africa?

Published by Maritz Africa Intelligence on 28 May 2017

The industry has evolved from a collection of charities handing out solar panels to a real business opportunity.

Unpacking Kenya as an investment destination

Published by Cavan Osborne on 25 April 2017

Kenya offers a mix of third-world buzz and opportunity along with first-world luxuries.

Two very different responses to Uber – Kenya and South Africa

Published by Thando Vilakazi and Shingie Chisoro Dube on 14 March 2017

There are also concerns that Uber, with its first-mover advantage within the ride-sharing market, is growing into a monopoly despite the benefits to consumers.

Study provides fresh insights into the benefits of mobile money in Kenya

Published by Sarah Logan on 6 January 2017

Access to mobile money has reduced poverty in Kenya, particularly among female-headed households.

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Mobile-based lending is huge in Kenya: but there’s a downside too

Kenyan streaming service set to conquer African continent

Investment trip: Kenya in crisis, but Africa outlook improves

Mobile money transfers have taken off in Somalia. But there are risks

Andrea Traversone: Venture capital in Africa – the long-term opportunity for investors

The journey so far: David Martin Kayondo, CEO, Goldswans Group

From the dream of a cashless Africa to a constantly expanding startup: The Zoona story

Ranked: Africa’s most-admired brands

African banks must ‘adapt or die’ as emerging fintechs evolve into bigger threats

Mobile financial services in Africa: Winning the battle for the customer

Can off-grid electricity power Africa?

Unpacking Kenya as an investment destination

Study provides fresh insights into the benefits of mobile money in Kenya

Africa: 14 business ideas with strong profit potential

Why this award-winning company had to shut down most of its operations in Cameroon

Ethiopia is Africa’s new growth engine – here’s why

Where to invest in Africa? Ranking the top 10 countries

How to start your own profitable African import business from home

Four agriculture-focused companies to inspire Africa

Building a successful business: Five lessons from top African entrepreneurs

8 African entrepreneurs reveal their toughest days on the job

Beyond oil – opportunities for private investment in Angola

The Flip: In pursuit of scale – the strategies of Africa-focused venture investors

Partnership, not ownership, will turbocharge Africa’s economy

E-commerce offers fresh opportunities for young African traders

Is Angola’s anti-corruption drive real or cosmetic?

In 2100, five out of the ten most populous countries in the world will be in Africa

The journey so far: Olugbenga Agboola, CEO, Flutterwave

Digital payments offer brand new opportunities for financial services providers in Africa

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