Meet the Boss: Francis Kibhisa, MD, Rex Energy (Tanzania) Published by Kate Douglas on 28 August 2014 “The main problem I see with young African guys is they want to grow overnight.”
Which African cities will offer the best opportunities in the coming years? Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 August 2014 PwC says investors should look beyond Lagos, Kinshasa and Johannesburg.
Kenyan luxury bag company grows from humble roots into the hands of royalty Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 May 2014 Luxury bag manufacturer Sandstorm receives endorsement from Prince George.
Oil and mining to be the backbone of East Africa’s economic growth Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 2 May 2014 Oil, gas and mining developments could have positive spill-over effects for the rest of the economy.
Many opportunities for Tanzanian entrepreneurs, but doing business is still no walk in the park Published by Kate Douglas on 3 May 2013 A number of opportunities and challenges exist for entrepreneurs and businesses in Tanzania.
Interview: The man who is bringing the Subway franchise to Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 April 2013 American entrepreneur Christopher J. Bak runs two Subway franchises in Tanzania, and plans to expand to Kenya later this year.
Young serial entrepreneur, Nadeem Juma, explains how to be a success in Tanzania Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 February 2013 “If you don’t have a string of failures behind you, it means you have learnt nothing. Failure is a big part of being an entrepreneur.”
Why Tanzanian farmers don’t sell what they produce Published by Jacques Morisset on 25 January 2013 About three out of four households report to have agriculture as their main activity. Even urban households are still involved in crop production.
Talking business with the man behind Tanzanian startup Bongo Live Published by Kate Douglas on 14 January 2013 “The time is now to be the pioneer and grab the opportunity,” says tech startup entrepreneur.
Five things you should know about East Africa’s massive gas discoveries Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 November 2012 Large gas discoveries off the East African coastline could be a major economic boost. However, prosperity is by no means a given.
Will Tanzania’s two new innovation hubs boost the country’s tech scene? Published by Jonathan Kalan on 28 September 2012 Two new innovation hubs are challenging the notion that tech just won’t take off in Tanzania.
Luxury hotel group Four Seasons sees potential in sub-Saharan Africa Published by Femi Adewunmi on 5 August 2012 “We have long wanted to expand into sub-Saharan Africa and offer new outdoor adventure experiences to our guests.”
Infographic: Mobile and internet usage in Tanzania Published by Femi Adewunmi on 22 February 2012 The research team at Nairobi’s iHub, a co-working space and business incubator, recently put together an infographic to give an overview of Tanzania’s mobile and internet environment.
A sober approach to business in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 December 2011 “Foreign investors frequently have a ‘know-it-all’ mentality and think they can make a success of any venture in countries where they have no experience, often only to see their businesses collapse.”
