Most major corporations struggle with developing a business strategy that works in Africa. Fifty percent (50%) of business leaders do not believe they have a winning strategy to begin with and almost all report missing major opportunities in the market. About two-thirds of business executives say that their company’s capabilities don’t support the way they …
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The Sanlam / Business Partners Entrepreneur of the Year® awards aims to honour, benefit, and uplift South African SMEs. The competition celebrates excellence in entrepreneurship, serving as an inspiration to others to succeed in the world of business. Entrepreneurs who enter may be considered for the following categories in the Sanlam / Business Partners Entrepreneur of …
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This competition is dedicated to finding local power project developers with credible renewable energy projects in Africa who need access to funding, technical experience, and expertise to bring their plans to life. ACF 2016 is leading the way in demonstrating and supporting the type of renewable energy projects that will help meet Africa’s massive and …
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The Africa Women Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) plans to host its annual conference and exhibition from September 21st to 23rd, 2016 at the Lagos Oriental Hotel. Founded by Irene Ochem, AWIEF is a Pan-African initiative and platform created to bring attention and focus to the innovative and entrepreneurial spirit the African woman possesses while …
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The Other Festival is a one-day event put together by the WIE Network celebrating female makers and creators. The event will showcase the emerging pioneers of this generation, the women who are redefining how to do business, setting their own rules and pushing boundaries. Next wave inventors, storytellers, founders, artists. The event is produced by Live …
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If you are a female technology entrepreneur based in Sub-Saharan Africa with a business between one (1) and three (3) years old that is scaleable, with proven innovation or proprietary technology and a record in delivering social impact, you should apply. Working with the Forum’s Global Agenda Council on the Economics of Innovation, as well as our …
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WAAW Foundation is looking to hire outstanding individuals who are passionate about Africa and issues pertaining to the science and technology, education and entrepreneurship for African woman, and can demonstrate a commitment to their educational and economic development. Available positions: Executive Director, STEM Trainer, Operations and Business Development Director, Summer Intern or Industrial Trainee Position, Marketing …
The SheStartup Camp is an initiative of African Women In Tech, an organization whose goal is to support African women and girls in technology. Currently, the organization is looking to train 20 women and girls interested in starting an e-commerce business. This first edition is dedicated solely to e-commerce businesses. The 3-day boot camp and training sessions …
Innovations in bottle filling technology allowed me to create a beverage that has no need for preservatives. Hylux has less sugar and calories than Gatorade and Vitamin Water, while containing more nutrition in form of vitamins and electrolytes. Hylux is a low-calorie and low-sugar alternative to traditional sports drink. How did you come up with the name …
Imani is now recruiting sixty (60) lawyers and is projecting a talent pool of 400 lawyers within 16 months. Its lawyers have global experience at big law firms and education from top African, European and North American universities. Imani is a direct response to the changing legal landscape and the tremendous economic growth opportunities present …
