A few days ago, I was discussing the state of startups in Africa with a friend and we both agreed that tech startups with a specific focus on fintech and logistics seem to be the ones thriving the most across the continent. With good reason, Africa is a logistics nightmare and there is so much potential in the fintech space because we certainly need to improve on the automated delivery and use of the financial services that we are so heavily reliant on. It is no surprise that a 2020 Deals Report by  Investment firm Greentec Capital discovered that over 250 startups in Africa have raised ..read more

B2B businesses are the best. They are one of the biggest reasons why businesses thrive. They support our beloved service providers and enable them to deliver to us.  Think of it this way; while my service provider has his focus on my needs and wants, who is handling things for them? Who is providing essential services that ensure that they can deliver at capacity to me? Yes. It’s the B2B businesses. In the startup world, B2B companies are equally as important, or more so because they assume the big brother role, they are a support structure for founders operating in new terrains, in volat ..read more

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The Beauty industry is highly lucrative, rewarding, and cutthroat. The competitive edge that comes with an aesthetic specialization cannot be understated. When Magdalene Lafontant took the leap and opened her own studio, aptly called the Tranquil Room, she found a peace that surpassed all the fears that come with new terrains. Fast-forward to 2020, Magda has also made her mark in the Beauty field with FDA approved skincare range, Nakai Skincare & Cosmetics. Magdalene Lafontant Of course, there are days where Magdalene feels like the world is way too big and there is too much competition ou ..read more

What is the hardest feat for most farming communities in Africa? While commercial farming thrives, small scale farmers are stuck in subsistence farming, growing staple crops to feed their families and little else. Farmers in Malawi have for generations struggled to make ends meet and they have resorted to hand to mouth survival. The commercial farmers on the other hand, are well-resourced and respected by financial institutions and this is reflected by the incredible profits that they make. Seeing these disparities moved Patrick Kuyokwa to action. Patrick is the founder of Agricentre, a social ..read more

The importance of networks in Entrepreneurship cannot be over-emphasised. Customer Acquisition, access to capital and many other opportunities stem from there. Athough Thompson Dube Matambo’s entrepreneurial journey has been filled with insights, none have been more transformational than the realisation that he had everything he needed to create a thriving business. It all started with some wise words from Vusi Thembekwayo and a gift of chilli seeds! The trained pilot has worn many hats, from running a health startup to selling basic commodities, and drinks! Today he wears the hat of Founder a ..read more

Organic Agriculture and Food security in Africa are two peas in a pod. Experts have challenged the popular myth that organic agriculture cannot increase agricultural productivity, with overwhelming evidence showing increases in per hectare productivity of food crops, which means that not only is organic food consumption healthy, it is a sustainable solution to Africa’s food security challenges. Environmental Biology and Geology graduate Gift Dick Udoh noticed the scarcity of organic vegetables and the subsequent hike in prices during Nigeria’s dry season and sought to change this. She is the o ..read more

Issues around Neonatal Care and Maternal Mortality, especially for Black women have been sending shockwaves all over the world. Too many women are dying from pregnancy related complications, most of which could be avoided in the presence of quality Healthcare. Radiologists Phyllis Kyomuhendo and Innocent Menyo Innocent, together with Medical Doctor Prosper Ahimbisibwe were so moved by the plight of the women of rural Uganda that they sought a solution that could help detect and monitor the health of mom and baby during pregnancy. The outcome of all of their tremendous effort is M-SCAN, a low-c ..read more

Zimbabwe’s university student population is in a bit of a pickle. The National University of Science and Technology (NUST)has an enrollment of over 10,000 students but the campus can only accommodate 64-72 students. Midlands State University and the University of Zimbabwe have over 16,000 students and 8,000 students staying off-campus respectively. The result of this situation is that students struggle to find decent accommodation and are more than often duped by bogus agents and unscrupulous Landlords. Social startup Housing Hub has created a solution that lifts the burden and caters to the m ..read more

The sanitation crisis across the African region requires a lot of attention. In Mozambique, the USAID notes that 16 percent of all deaths can be attributed to inadequate Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) practices. To help alleviate this problem, social enterprise Susamati is providing environmental and sanitation solutions to the marginalized in Mozambique. Founder Manuel Gungulo’s story began by chance and has taken many twists and turns, all of which have proved to be very influential in his growth as a formidable social entrepreneur. Susamati Founder Manuel Gungulo Having experienced a ..read more