Sectors

Former Jumia COO launches Nigeria’s first online-only bank

Published by Justin Probyn on 13 October 2016

In its initial phase, Lidya will offer only unsecured business loans to small and medium-sized enterprises.

What are the best approaches to Africa’s economic development?

Published by Kate Douglas on 13 October 2016

Diversification and beneficiation might not be the answers.

South African animator on what gives the country’s industry a global edge

Published by Kate Douglas on 12 October 2016

South Africa’s nascent industry can capitalise on a weak rand and demand for African content.

The urban farms that grow half of the vegetables eaten in Cape Town

Published by Helen Sullivan on 12 October 2016

The unlikely place that has been feeding the city for 130 years.

Could Ivanka Trump shoes soon be made in Ethiopia?

Published by Kate Douglas on 11 October 2016

The brand is produced by Chinese shoe manufacturer Huajian Group, which is steadily moving production to Ethiopia.

Volkswagen: Why now is the time to produce the Polo Vivo in Kenya

Published by Justin Probyn on 7 October 2016

The last car VW produced in Kenya was the Beetle, in the 1970s.

Investec: Off-grid solar could be as transformational for Africa as mobile phones

Published by Kate Douglas on 6 October 2016

Investec Asset Management’s Mark Jennings shares why the firm just acquired a ‘significant shareholding’ in Mobisol.

[Podcast] The hustling mentality: How this couple started a craft-alcohol brand

Published by Helen Sullivan on 6 October 2016

The founders of South Africa’s Sxollie cider talk apples, working with your spouse, and lawyer’s letters.

Is Nigeria losing its investment appeal?

Published by Staff Writer on 6 October 2016

Falling commodity prices, coupled with the depreciation of the naira, have contributed to the reduction of Nigeria’s attractiveness as an investment destination in general.

BioTherm CEO Jasandra Nyker on renewable energy’s changing landscape

Published by Justin Probyn on 5 October 2016

Speaking at the recent US-Africa Business Forum in New York.

Is Africa on the brink of another debt crisis?

Published by Otavio Veras on 4 October 2016

Will the Africa of today be able to manage its finances and avoid a spiralling crisis?

Uber sees potential for food delivery services in Africa, starting with Joburg

Published by Kate Douglas on 4 October 2016

The UberEATS app was launched last week in Johannesburg’s northern suburbs.

Why Africa’s private equity-bubble worries are misplaced

Published by Boston Consulting Group on 3 October 2016

Is too much money chasing too few companies?

From farmer to chef: Developing the African cuisine value chain

Published by Emanuela Gregorio on 3 October 2016

New innovations in the food industry are creating attractive opportunities across the continent.

Sectors

Former Jumia COO launches Nigeria’s first online-only bank

What are the best approaches to Africa’s economic development?

South African animator on what gives the country’s industry a global edge

The urban farms that grow half of the vegetables eaten in Cape Town

Could Ivanka Trump shoes soon be made in Ethiopia?

Volkswagen: Why now is the time to produce the Polo Vivo in Kenya

Investec: Off-grid solar could be as transformational for Africa as mobile phones

[Podcast] The hustling mentality: How this couple started a craft-alcohol brand

Is Nigeria losing its investment appeal?

BioTherm CEO Jasandra Nyker on renewable energy’s changing landscape

Is Africa on the brink of another debt crisis?

Uber sees potential for food delivery services in Africa, starting with Joburg

Why Africa’s private equity-bubble worries are misplaced

From farmer to chef: Developing the African cuisine value chain

Nigeria: Entrepreneur turns 960 naira (less than $1) into national food business

A business approach to healthcare delivery in Nigeria

It’s tough out there: Nigerian entrepreneur adapting to a difficult business environment

Changing how Zambia cooks – and building a business around it

Nigeria: How to sell cookies in Lagos

Zambia: Three entrepreneurs building agriculture and food businesses

Nigeria: Entrepreneur aims to take traditional combat sport global

The man behind Nigeria’s answer to the UFC – meet ‘Dana Black’

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