Firms, founders, and corporate strategies across African markets.
In the dynamic world of telecommunications, one company stands out as a true titan, commanding the attention of millions across Africa and beyond. MTN, Africa's largest telecommunications operator, has once again solidified its position as a force to be reckoned with, boasting an impressive 292 million subscribers spread
In a groundbreaking move at the Davos World Economic Forum, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has unveiled the ambitious "Timbuktoo" initiative, poised to reshape Africa's startup landscape. With a bold vision to mobilize $1 billion, this initiative aims to uplift 100 million livelihoods and catalyze
People start businesses all the time, and perhaps you’re one of them (or you’re about to be). That’s a great thing, but unless you can differentiate yourself from the others, it’s going to be hard to really become as successful as you might hope. That’s
The South African automotive market experienced a tumultuous year in 2023, as the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic continued to influence consumer behaviour and industry dynamics. New vehicle sales in South Africa stagnated in the second half of 2023, after two previous years of rebound following the Covid-19 pandemic.
International Chocolate Day is marked on September 13 every year. It’s one of the days – besides World Chocolate Day on July 7 and several national chocolate days – when people around the world get to celebrate the sweetness, joy and comfort that chocolate brings. It’s a good day to
Adja Sembene Fall, Senegalese “Agripreneur” and African Development Bank AgriPitch Competition winner has revealed the key to the success of her luxury tea startup, to guide other African entrepreneurs.
The list shows that the fastest companies in Africa 2023 are majorly from fintech, renewable energy and healthcare sectors.
The unemployment rate increased, reaching 32.9%.
At the same time, income in most parts of the African continent is growing, creating new business opportunities for the consumer market.
As a start-up business, showcasing personal information everywhere is inconvenient.
Deborah Okenla, founder of Your Startup, Your Story, has made it her mission to build and guide a diverse range of entrepreneurs in the United Kingdom. That has transformed to over 17,000 members in six years and she has helped raise over £5 million.
There is no manual or playbook to tell you how to run a farm or even scale a business, as this agripreneur will tell you.
African agri-food startups can apply for the THRIVE Global Accelerator programme, designed specifically to support seed through Series A companies and prepare them for growth and scalability.
Tje Egyptian fintech startup has signed several agreements with major financial companies and institutions that will see it expand operations into Saudi Arabia.
Egyptian delivery management startup Roboost has partnered McDonald’s Egypt to help the fast food company automate its last-mile delivery cycle, optimising operations before delivery starts and reducing manual actions.
African tech startups, once they’ve reached a certain stage, should not underestimate the importance of an effective public relations (PR) function, be it to help sustain the good times or help aid recovery in the bad times.
