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Helium Health has raised $30M in Series-B funding
Helium Health, a Lagos-headquartered healthtech company providing Software-as-a-service (SaaS) tools, financing, and insights to healthcare providers and public health organizations, announced today it has raised $30M in Series-B funding.
[Nigeria] NNPC signs deals to renew OML 130 block
Nigeria’s state-owned oil company Nigerian National Petroleum Company has renewed agreements pertaining to the Oil Mining Lease 130 (OML 130) located offshore Niger Delta, with Total, China National Offshore Oil Corporation and others.
GoGlobal expands presence in Africa with local offices in 18 countries
GoGlobal, a leading Employer of Record (EOR) is expanding its global footprint with the launch of on-the-ground offices in 18 African countries.
[Nigeria] Arla Foods inaugurates state-of-the-art Dairy Farm in Kaduna
Arla Foods cements commitment to support local dairy development in Nigeria with inauguration of state-of-the-art farm
France commits to fostering economic, investment ties with Nigeria
In a bid to promote trade between France and Nigeria, the French Government has said it will continue fostering economic and investment ties with Nigeria.
Sabi raised $38 Million for B2B marketplace serving African retailers
African B2B e-commerce startup Sabi tops $300M valuation in new funding.
[Nigeria] Edtech startup uLesson secures license to launch online university
Nigerian ed-tech, uLesson, has secured an online university license for Miva University, its new platform for tertiary education.
[Nigeria] NCDMB pushes for increased women CEOs in oil industry
The training, based on a course content developed by the United Nations Conference for Trade and Development (UNCTAD), is being conducted by international master trainers certified by the United Nations agency.
[Nigeria] Wema Bank launches SME Business School 5.0
WEMA Bank has announced the launch of its flagship capacity-building programme for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria, the Wema SME Business School 5.0.
Cashtoken Rewards Africa has recieved $100M commitnment from GEM
CashToken Rewards Africa Limited, has obtained a $100 million capital commitment from Gem Global Yield LLC SCS (GGY), part of GEM.
Mastercard and CEBIH partner to drive cybersecurity in Nigeria
The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) found that 91% of fraudulent attacks were successful in 2020-2021, and the Anti-Corruption Agencies of Nigeria found that almost $18 billion is lost annually to illicit financial crimes.
AfBD approves $15 million loan for Infrastructure Credit Guarantee to support infrastructure financing in Nigeria
The financing will enable InfraCredit to leverage domestic capital markets to bolster access to long-term local currency infrastructure financing in Nigeria.
Access Bank launches in France to strengthen trade links between Africa and Europe
As part of its strategic moves to boost trade and investment between Africa and Europe, Access Bank Plc, one of Nigeria’s biggest financial services institutions, has established a new subsidiary in Paris, France.
[Nigeria] Dangote Industries readies to open Africa's largest refinery
The company expects the facility's crude distillation unit (CDU) will begin commercial operations by the end of June.
Nigerian Exchange Group becomes first exchange group globally to achieve EDGE certification
Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) has announced that it has been awarded the EDGE certification, making it the first exchange group globally and the first indigenous Nigerian organization to be EDGE certified.
Spyware attacks in South Africa, Kenya and Nigeria increased steadily in Q1 2023, Kaspersky
Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky recorded an increase of 18,8% in South Africa, 12,9% in Kenya, and 14,6% in Nigeria from Q4 2022 to Q1 2023.
[Nigeria] Volition Cap secures fund management license from from SEC
Volition Cap announced today that it has secured a fund management license from the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), as of December 2022.
Nigerian fintech Startup Grey launches in Kenya
This follows $2 million seed funding it raised to expand in the East African Market as it seeks opportunities in Uganda and Rwanda in the near future. The firm’s platform is live in Tanzania and Kenya with over 300, 000 users.
Three African women fund managers receive grant funding from Visa
Three women fund managers SME.NG (Nigeria), Altree Capital (Kenya), and Maia Capital (South Africa) are the selected recipients of Visa’s grant funding from the African Women Impact Fund Initiative (AWIF).
PAC Capital Limited facilitates capital raise for Access Holdings Plc for its African expansion initiative
PAC Capital Limited facilitates capital raise for Access Holdings Plc, US$300 million investment in Access Bank for its African expansion initiative.
NCC trains over 2,000 Nigerian youth on digital job creation
More than 2000 Nigerian youths from the Six Geopolitical Zones of the country have been trained in digital job acquisition in an intervention programme promoted by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) while the ongoing edition of the programme has 600 youths being trained.
MainOne, an Equinix Company expands global interconnection capabilities using Equinix Fabric
West Africa’s connectivity and data center services provider, MainOne, an Equinix Company has enhanced its interconnection capabilities by using Equinix Fabric to extend its network reach and provide its enterprise customers with agile, on-demand and seamless connectivity to cloud providers, remote markets, and local infrastructure over the MainOne network and onto Platform Equinix.
SPENN completes strategic joint venture agreement to accelerate its entry into Nigeria
SPENN Technology signed an agreement with Naseni to accelerate the penetration of SPENN products and services in the largest African market – Nigeria.
BudPay, Partners with Bet9ja to offer seamless online betting experience
BudPay, a global provider of payment processing services, and Bet9ja, the leading online betting platform in Nigeria, have launched a new collaboration to improve the payment experience for users of well-liked sports betting across both web and mobile.
Nigerian payment fintech VigiPay selects ThetaRay AI Solution to enhance safe transactions
Through the agreement, ThetaRay will provide VigiPay the SONAR AML solution, a cloud-based transaction monitoring and screening platform that can detect the earliest signs of sophisticated money laundering activity.
[Nigeria] Avanti Communications opens flagship office in Lagos
As the number one high throughput satellite company in Africa, Avanti's new office will become a hub for employees across the continent.
AfDB and Africa Fintech Network sign $525,000 grant to strengthen development of fintech in Africa
The African Development Bank has signed a $525,000 grant agreement with Africa Fintech Network (AFN) for the setup of the Africa Fintech Hub, an online portal that will serve as a one-stop shop for all fintech activities in Africa.
Avenue Group Limited received the fund to expand healthcare services in Kenya
IFC announced an investment in Kenyan healthcare provider Avenue Group Limited that will support the company's strategy to grow its healthcare offering and boost its patient reach by 20 percent across the country over the next five years.
[column] Oluwatobi Amusan : Financial Inclusion in Africa with Embedded Trade Finance
There can be no talk of financial inclusion in Africa without trade finance. Trade promotes economic growth, reduces poverty, fosters economic and cultural links between regions and countries, and facilitates capital movement.
Nigerian aviation outfit, Falcon Aero, unveils tech platforms to ease business jet booking
Nigerian business aviation firm, Falcon Aerospace Limited, has unveiled innovations designed to ease business jet booking and make access to the service more inclusive. The firm introduced the products at a recent event in Lagos, Nigeria, where it unveiled its operational business units.
AMS-IX and MDXi launch a new Internet Exchange for Lagos, Nigeria
AMS-IX, one of the largest Internet Exchange operators in the world, and MDXi, an Equinix company, are pleased to announce that they launched a new Internet Exchange in Lagos, Nigeria.
Autochek acquires majority stake in Autotager
Nigeria-based car financing platform Autocheck, has acquired a majority stake in Egypt's used cars marketplace, AutoTager, which was founded in 2021 by Amr Rezk.
Amsterdam Internet Exchange and MainData Nigeria launch a new Internet Exchange for Lagos
Under terms of the partnership, MDXi will serve as the commercial partner of AMS-IX and regional sales and marketing arm for AMS-IX Lagos. AMS-IX will run the technical and operational management of the exchange.
Nigeria’s Autochek acquires majority stake in Egypt’s car-cuying platform AutoTager
Nigerian automotive technology company Autochek has acquired a majority stake in AutoTager, an Egyptian automotive technology company that makes it easier to find and buy cars.
HRLeverage expands into seven African countries
HRLeverage, a provider of outsourcing and Professional Employer Organization (PEO) solutions, has announced its expansion into Kenya and seven other African countries, including Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, Senegal, Nigeria and Zambia.
Bühler and Nigerian government collaborate to enhance rice production and food security
Initiated in 2017 with the agreement for the acquisition of a rice mill at Imota, the project involves the government at both state and federal level, which has recognised the importance of improving the independence and security of its food supply.
Network International strengthens partnership with Polaris Bank
Network International strengthens Partnership with Polaris Bank to deepen financial inclusion, digital transformation.
Le nigérian Anibor Kragha réélu pour un second mandat en tant Secrétaire Exécutif de l’ARDA
Anibor Kragha a été réélu à l’unanimité pour un second mandat en tant que secrétaire exécutif de l’Association africaine des raffineurs et distributeurs, ce qui témoigne de son rôle déterminant dans l’organisation.
[Nigeria] Crypto startup Lazerpay closes shop after failing to raise funds
Nigerian crypto payment platform Lazerpay has announced that it is shutting down after failing to raise a successful funding round.
[Nigeria] Insurtech startup ETAP launches Takaful, a digital insurance product for Muslims
Nigeria's insurtech startup ETAP has launched a new ethical car insurance product that is based on Islamic principles and designed to give back to policyholders and their communities.
Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority and Vitol to launch CarbonVista
The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority and Vitol have completed a joint venture agreement to invest in a range of carbon avoidance and removals projects and are in the process of reaching a final investment decision on the first projects.
Nigerian Communications Commission accelerates broadband penetration to businesses
During the panel session titled “Technology Adoption: A must for MSMEs Sustainability and Competitiveness (Challenges and Ease of Use),” Okeke highlighted the Commission’s commitment towards technological and digital transformation in a manner that makes entrepreneurship seamless.
[Nigeria] Shuttlers raises $4m to expand its shared mobility solution across Nigeria
Shuttlers, a Nigerian shared mobility company that allows individual and corporate passengers to take rides on multiple bus routes via an app, has raised $4 million in a new funding round led by Verod-Kepple Africa Ventures.
German foundation pledges €5m to agriculture sector in Nigeria
The AFOS Foundation, a Germany-based autonomous and charitable organisation, says it is investing about 5.5 million euros as Intervention in Nigeria’s agriculture sector.
Eleven Kenyan researchers selected for fellowship to enhance agri-food policies
Drawn from diverse organizations including the private sector, non-governmental organizations, and government agencies, the 49 AWARD Policy Fellows hail from six African anglophone countries (Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Uganda, and Zambia).
BW Offshore a prolongé le contrat avec Espoir Ivoirien et FPSO au Nigéria
BW Offshore Limited a signé une extension à court terme pour la location et l'exploitation du FPSO Espoir Ivoirien afin de discuter d'un achat potentiel du FPSO par le client.
[Nigeria] NCDMB, FIRS offer tax incentives for oil industry research and development investments
He hinted that many oil and gas companies were oblivious ofthe opportunities that exist within Nigerian tax laws for the oil industry to harness from investing in Research and Development.
[Nigeria] Mobility Startup Shuttlers Has Raised $4M for Expansion
Nigerian shared mobility startup Shuttlers has raised $4 million in a new funding round to facilitate expansion by Verod-Kepple, a leading venture capital firm that recently raised a $43 million pan-African fund.
[Interview] Awe Oludayo, Managing Partner, OS Concepts, Nigeria
Awe Oludayo is a business analyst with specialties in business process improvement, business process improvement and business process management. He's the managing partner of OS Concepts, headquartered in Nigeria.
[Nigeria] Fintech firm Moni unveils new community-powered digital loans for African SMEs
The new loans aim to help small businesses to take advantage of the power of their communities to access the working capital they need to run and scale their businesses.
Digital payments network MFS Africa partners with Access Bank to enable outward remittances from Kenya and Nigeria
Digital payments network MFS Africa has partnered with Access Bank, Nigeria’s largest bank which operates across 17 markets, to expand AccessAfrica remittance corridors.
Dangote industries lists N300bn series 1 and 2 Bonds on Nigerian Exchange
The Group Chief Executive Officer, Dangote Industries Limited, Mr Olakunle Alake has expressed delight upon the completion of the listing of the firm’s N300bn series 1 and 2 Bonds on Nigerian Exchange Limited, commending the depth of capital market.
Kenya and Nigeria embrace Free Trade deal to boost economic development
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) could deliver far greater benefits making it a potential game changer for Africa’s economic development.
Nigerian fintech firm Zone adopts ThetaRay AI Solution to screen payments
Headquartered in Lagos, Zone serves large commercial banks, payment fintechs, digital banks, and OFIs with real-time, low-cost settlement of both fiat and digital currencies for domestic and cross-border payments.
[Africa Business Communities Forum] How are the 2023 elections affecting businesses in Nigeria?
With the end of the first quarter here, Africa Business Communities talks with business owners and CEOs in Nigeria on the effect this year's elections is having on the economy at large.
Afreximbank enhances financing facility for Fidelity Bank plc, from US$125 million to US$180 million
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced the enhancement of the financing facility provided to Fidelity Bank plc, Nigeria under the Afreximbank Trade Facilitation Programme (AFTRAF).
MTN and Microsoft accelerate Africa’s digital transformation in the public cloud
Following the signing of a five-year strategic partnership in September 2022, MTN and Microsoft are in the process of delivering a programme of work that will see the latest technologies deployed for the benefit of MTN’s customers, starting with South Africa and Nigeria.
Payday secures $3M seed to power the future of work for Africa
Payday, a neobank issuing global (USD, EUR and GBP) accounts to Africans has raised $3M seed round to drive its expansion into Europe, North America and the rest of Africa.
Nigerian logistics startup Fez Delivery raises $1 million funding to expand operations
This funding announcement follows Fez Delivery's acceptance as one of the only two logistics companies in Nigeria to have received investment from Techstars Toronto, an elite global tech accelerator.
AXESS Networks, COMITAS e-Health, Wazima Health partner to provide eHealth solutions in Africa
Wazima Health, Africa’s Integrated e-Health Telemedicine and Health management UK company, AXESS Networks, and COMITAS e-Health, a Spanish Telemedicine Service Provider, hereby announce their joint partnership.
[Interview] Ayodeji Ayorinde, Co-founder, Artisankonect, Nigeria
Artisankonect is a Nigeran startup that helps outsource user requests to skilled persons. Africa Business Communities chats with Ayodeji Ayorinde, one of the founders.
Nigeria's Autochek appoints US automotive industry veteran Robert Granados to its board
Autochek, the Nigerian startup making car ownership more accessible and affordable across Africa has appointed US automotive industry leader and veteran, Robert Granados to its board of directors.
NGX invests in financial literacy for young Nigerians
NGX, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and NGX Regulation Limited (NGX RegCo) partnered the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to educate over 100 students on the theme, “Plan your money, plant your future”, to further enhance investor education and financial literacy.
[Nigeria] Afreximbank enhances financing facility for Fidelity Bank plc, from $125 million to $180 million
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced the enhancement of the financing facility provided to Fidelity Bank plc, Nigeria under the Afreximbank Trade Facilitation Programme (AFTRAF).
Tech firm SLB Opens New Regional Office in Lagos
Global technology company, SLB (formerly known as Schlumberger), officially opened its new West Africa regional office in Lagos, Nigeria.
[Interview] Joel Daniel, Founder, Solutions Platforms, Nigeria
Joel Daniel is the founder of Solutions Platforms, a company that grooms young people to succeed and have global relevance by leveraging its various programs designed to foster international education.
[Nigeria] ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator concludes inaugural program with demo day
Techstars, in partnership with Lagos-based innovation program ARM Labs, marked the completion of its inaugural ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator Program with a Demo Day event.
[Nigeria] Government launches a $672 million fund to support tech startups
The funds will be channeled to young Nigerians between the ages of 15 and 35, who are engaged in creative, innovative, and tech-enabled businesses in their early stages.
Yabx Technologies expands into Nigeria
Yabx Technologies is a financial technology company which through its partnerships with banks and telecom operators, underwrites and services target segments available over customer networks.
Lancement du programme i-dice pour promouvoir les technologies numériques et les industries créatives
Le gouvernement fédéral du Nigéria a lancé une initiative visant à promouvoir l'esprit d'entreprise et l'innovation dans les technologies numériques et les industries créatives.
[Column] Gur Geva: How biometrics can fuel inclusive growth in Nigeria’s ICT sector
Nigeria is at an inflection point where it needs to adopt enabling technologies at scale to support high growth in the telecommunications and digital sectors. Using the right technology as a catalyst, these sectors can support financial inclusion and widespread economic growth.
[Nigeria] African fintech Chipper Cash reportedly searching for a buyer
Nigerian remittance company Chipper Cash is reportedly considering a sale, according to a report by Bloomberg.
Trade Hub awards $1.4 million co-investment grant to OCP Africa Fertilizers Nigeria Limited
the West Africa Trade & Investment Hub (Trade Hub) announced that it had awarded a $1.4 million(N574 million) co-investment grant to OCP Africa Fertilizers Nigeria Limited.
[ChatGPT Biography] Tara Fela-Durotoye, Founder of House of Tara
Artificial Intelligence is taking the world by storm. As an experiment, Africa Business Communities is publishing a series of 100 biographies of the most successful entrepreneurs in Africa. We only ask the questions and let ChatGPT write.
[Nigeria Business Week] Andrea Ayemoba: Investors bet on fintechs, startups
The past couple of weeks have seen a flurry of activities in several sectors of the Nigerian economy. Startups are receiving increasing financial backing from VCs for the growith of SMEs.
[ChatGPT Biography] Tayo Oviosu, founder of Paga
Artificial Intelligence is taking the world by storm. As an experiment, Africa Business Communities is publishing a series of 100 biographies of the most successful entrepreneurs in Africa. We only ask the questions and let ChatGPT write.
[ChatGPT Biography] Jason Njoku, Founder iROKOtv
Artificial Intelligence is taking the world by storm. As an experiment, Africa Business Communities is publishing a series of 100 biographies of the most successful entrepreneurs in Africa. We only ask the questions and let ChatGPT write.
[ChatGPT Biography] Tony Elumelu, Founder of Heirs Holdings
Artificial Intelligence is taking the world by storm. As an experiment, Africa Business Communities is publishing a series of 100 biographies of the most successful entrepreneurs in Africa. We only ask the questions and let ChatGPT write.
[ChatGPT Biography] Mike Adenuga, Founder of Globacom
Artificial Intelligence is taking the world by storm. As an experiment, Africa Business Communities is publishing a series of 100 biographies of the most successful entrepreneurs in Africa. We only ask the questions and let ChatGPT write.
[Interview] Jesse Onomiwo, Co-founder, Autosparkle, Nigeria
Autosparkle is part of Riltouche and Sparkles, a company dedicated to building the largest chain of the most eco-friendly cleaning solutions out of Africa through its specialisations in car care, aircraft, boats, homes, offices and cities.
[ChatGPT Biography] Aliko Dangote, Founder of Dangote Group
Artificial Intelligence is taking the world by storm. As an experiment, Africa Business Communities is publishing a series of 100 biographies of the most successful entrepreneurs in Africa. We only ask the questions and let ChatGPT write. We publish the results unedited - just to learn and see what Artificial Intelligence can bring us in its rapid development.
[Interview] Fedir Ted Martynov, CEO, CARMACHAIN, Nigeria
Ted Martynov leads CARMACHAIN, a fintech outfit operating in Nigeria that enables credit data for lenders in markets underserved by credit bureaus.
[Interview] Gbolahan Tobi Ayediran, MD, Suit-U Travels, Nigeria
Gbolahan Tobi Ayediran is a Nigerian entrepreneur and the founder of an NGO dedicated to creating support and opportunities for widows and orphans, while running an agency for travel and tourism.
[Nigeria Business Week] Andrea Ayemoba: Digitization on all fronts, tech takes the lead
There is an obvious, increasing amount of technology awareness, and appeals for more extensive technology trainings in Nigeria.
[Interview] Chris Okoro, CEO, Eunisell Interlinked, Nigeria
Chris Okoro is an entrepreneur and business strategist skilled in the Financial Services and Engineering sector. He's currently the Managing Director and CEO of Eunisell Interlinked Plc., Nigeria.
[Nigeria Business Week] Andrea Ayemoba: 2022 statistics outline Nigeria's economic status quo
Despite all the setbacks plaguing economies the world over, Nigeria’s GDP for 2022 is projected to be north of $500billion, the largest in Africa. All eyes are now turned to what these next 12 months could bring Africa’s largest economy.
[Nigeria Business Week] Andrea Ayemoba: Investments take priority over all
With global inflation spiraling out of control, every country is working harder than ever to welcome new enterprise and business. Nigeria made great progress in this in recent months.
Africa is one of the world's fastest growing crypto markets
Analysis by blockchain data platform Chainalysis has revealed that Africa’s crypto market is growing faster than anywhere else in the world.
[Nigeria Business Week] Andrea Ayemoba: Local fintech spreads to East Africa, oil and gas find major milestone
Nigeria, like other countries of the world, is going through some economically turbulent times. Inflation is on the rise (recently pegged at 21.9%) and local startups are directly impacted by financial crises on the other side of the world.
Africa Business Communities Forum: Which African countries will perform best economically in 2022?
Africa Business Communities talked to several entrepreneurs and founders in the early months of the year, and they cast their votes on which African countries will thrive best in 2022.
Africa Business Communities Forum: Quels seront les pays Africains plus performants sur le plan économique en 2022?
Africa Business Communities s'est entretenu avec plusieurs entrepreneurs et fondateurs au cours des premiers mois de l'année, et ils ont voté pour déterminer quels pays africains seront les plus prospères en 2022.
[Column] Goodie M. Ibru: What the AfCFTA brings to the table in Africa
The trade and investment layout of the African Continent is a story of both promise and missed opportunities. With a population of over 1.2 billion, Africa promises a huge and promising market.
Forum de l'African Business Roundtable: Que peuvent faire les gouvernements Africains pour renforcer le secteur privé du continent?
African Business Rountable (ABR), créé par le Groupe de la Banque Africaine de Développement en 1990, est la principale association d'entreprises et de chefs d'entreprise d'Afrique et représente la Société Africaine des Affaires auprès des Nations Unies.
African Business Roundtable Forum: What can African governments do to elevate the continent’s private sector?
The African Business Rountable (ABR), set up by the African Development Bank Group in 1990, is Africa’s foremost and continent-wide association of businesses and business leaders, and is the representative of the African Business Society to the United Nations.
[Interview] Goodie M. Ibru, Founder, Ikeja Hotel, Nigeria
With over half a century in business ownership and management, Goodie M. Ibru is the founder of Ikeja Hotel Plc, the founder and Principal Partner of G.M. Ibru & Co. and current Vice President (West Africa) of the African Business Roundtable.
[Interview] Goodie M. Ibru, Fondateur, Ikeja Hotel, Nigeria
Avec plus d'un demi-siècle d'expérience dans la propriété et la gestion d'entreprises, Goodie M. Ibru est le fondateur de l'Ikeja Hotel Plc, le fondateur et partenaire principal de G.M. Ibru & Co. et l'actuel Vice-Président (Afrique de l'Ouest) de l'African Business Roundtable.
[Nigeria Business Week] Andrea Ayemoba: Nigeria battles odds to maintain productive economy
According to the International Monetary Fund, Nigeria is being pushed to the brink by inflation. Banks however, one of the pillars of the economy, have remained in good standing.
[Nigeria Business Week] Andrea Ayemoba: Gas price triggers ripple effect across industries
Nigeria’s inflation as of the month of May stood at 17.71%, but economists are now predicting just a month later a new figure we can expect at the end of this year.
[Nigeria Business Week] Andrea Ayemoba: Nigeria scores big in budget transparency
The infrastructure of Nigeria is such that for meaningful progress to be made, there must be give-and-take on the parts of the government and the people.
[Nigeria Business Week] Andrea Ayemoba: Government, Industries move to expand women enterprise
With plunging profits in its prized sector, oil and gas, and an ever-climbing inflation, Nigeria is increasingly turning to what most of the world has been blind to – the potential of women in business.
COLUMNS.
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[Column] Sinenhlanhla Zulu: Gender-smart infrastructure must be delivered at scale
Africa’s development finance community has set its sights on plugging the annual infrastructure investment gap ...read full column here
[Column] Pankaj Bedi: High production costs hurting Kenya’s apparel exports
The textiles and apparel sector is the third largest exporter in Kenya after horticulture and tea ...read full column here
[Column] NJ Ayuk: The outlook for African oil in 2023 is promising
Russian energy supplies to Europe continue to decline in the wake of the Ukraine war, Africa is poised to increase its oil and natural gas exports to the continent ...read full column here
INTERVIEWS.
[Interview] Anne-Marie Chidzero, Chief Investment Officer at FSD Africa Investments
Anne-Marie Chidzero, chief investment officer at FSD Africa Investments, talks about the risks and opportunities in backing Africa’s early-stage startups … read full interview here
[Interview] Awe Oludayo, Managing Partner, OS Concepts, Nigeria
Awe Oludayo is a business analyst with specialties in business process improvement, business process improvement and business process management … read full interview here
[Interview] Dr. Allan Pamba, Executive Vice President, Africa, Roche Diagnostics
Roche is a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics focused on advancing science to improve people’s lives … read full interview here
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