Startups

10 African start-ups positioning to become unicorns

With sufficient innovation and investment, experts believe start-ups have the potential to create new jobs, drive economic growth and bring new competitive dynamics.
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2:10
May 5, 2016

African startups ideally positioned to go global

New ventures can leverage leapfrog innovation, say industry insiders.
3:40
Mar 24, 2016

'Nigerian startups should think global first'

Founder of MyAds believes startups in the West African country should focus their growth strategy internationally.
4:20
Oct 24, 2014

African startup advice series: regaining service consciousness

Smaller businesses need to be highly aware of their service levels, says Greg Mason.
3:50
Oct 6, 2014

African startup advice series: how to achieve sales success

Business and executive coach Greg Mason outline four factors that help drive sales.
1:20
Aug 29, 2014

African startup bus to make pitstop at AfricaCom

AMPION venture initiative plans to arrive in Cape Town, South Africa in November.
3:30
Aug 13, 2014

African startup advice series: why time is of the essence

Managing your time is key to managing your success, says business coach Greg Mason.
2:40
Jul 15, 2014

‘Lack of user experience research hurting African startups’

East African software engineer advises that more work needs to be done.
1:40
Jun 30, 2014

Facebook engineer warns African startups on advertising revenue

Small tech businesses may struggle to make money out of ads, says Matthew Papakipos.
1:50
Apr 7, 2014

Nigerian startups boosted by revised GDP stats

Expert says investors may take more notice as country becomes Africa’s number one economy.
5:00
Mar 19, 2014

Key challenges Nigeria’s startup space needs to conquer

Experts weigh on how the country’s technology businesses can boost their growth prospects.
1:30
Mar 10, 2014

$1.5mn startup fund launched in Nigeria

LeadPath has commenced operations and has a workspace in Yaba, Lagos.