Japanese investor sees opportunity in Africa’s growing healthcare market Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 March 2023 Japanese investment firm AAIC seeks to capitalise on the growing demand for medical services in Africa by backing healthcare startups.
World Economic Forum: Africa free trade area to unlock logistics opportunities Published by Staff Writer on 20 January 2023 Unlocking intraregional trade will skyrocket the demand for logistics.
Formalising Africa’s fragmented logistics industry: Interview with CEO of Sendy Published by Gloria Mwaniga on 14 July 2021 Kenya-based Sendy connects individuals and businesses to third-party drivers of delivery vehicles, including motorbikes, vans and pickups.
Investing in African logistics: Unpacking the opportunities Published by Aubrey Hruby and Aubrey Rugo on 9 June 2020 So far, companies have largely failed to tap sub-Saharan Africa’s e-commerce potential, owing to logistical challenges and inefficiencies.
Africa Deal Roundup: 15 noteworthy deals and announcements in January Published by Staff Writer on 3 February 2020 A selection of private equity deal, fundraising and exit announcements that came across our desk in January 2020.
These 5 start-ups are shaping the future of Africa’s cities Published by Jonathan Hursh and Emmanuel Adegboye on 9 September 2019 By the end of the century, it is estimated that 13 of the world’s 20 largest cities will be in Africa.
Five companies using technology to deliver greater convenience to Kenyans Published by Nelly Murungi on 21 March 2017 The increasingly busy lifestyles of Kenya’s middle class is driving demand for greater convenience.
