Five Historic African Fortresses You Should Have On Your Bucket List

The African continent is extensive, diverse, rich and holds numerous social aspects throughout its territory. From its historical, scientific and cultural contributions, Africa is still able to positively offer diverse experiences by presenting itself as a land of contrasts and also of great architectural monuments. Among them are historic African fortresses, which help us to refer to a very…

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Michelle Mrema : founder and managing director of  Impala Destination Management Company (IDMC)

Michelle Mrema is a Tanzanian business executive. She is the founder and managing director of  Impala Destination Management Company (IDMC), a leading tourism business firm with head office in Arusha but operating throughout Tanzania.   She is also involved in real estate and agricuture.  A highly experienced and innovative tourism entrepreneur, she believes Tanzania can become the number one…

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Cashless stores run by AI, Shoprite brightens up Africa

Have you ever imagined a store where you can walk in, grab something and just leave? If you have, you’re either really invested in the future of shopping in South Africa, or you’re a thief. We’re hoping it’s the former. Shoprite has also been thinking about the future of shopping and has begun using AI and machine learning in…

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Cashless stores run by AI, Shoprite brightens up Africa

Have you ever imagined a store where you can walk in, grab something and just leave? If you have, you’re either really invested in the future of shopping in South Africa, or you’re a thief. We’re hoping it’s the former. Shoprite has also been thinking about the future of shopping and has begun using AI and machine learning in…

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5 highly successful African business leaders share their best business advice

There’s no road map when it comes to entrepreneurship. Even the most successful business leaders didn’t have the answers when they started their businesses. They were forced to figure it out. But you can increase your chances of success by learning from those who’ve stumbled and fallen and picked themselves back up. MD/CEO IBRA CONTRACTORS LIMITED (Tanzania), Maida Waziri:…

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5 highly successful African business leaders share their best business advice

There’s no road map when it comes to entrepreneurship. Even the most successful business leaders didn’t have the answers when they started their businesses. They were forced to figure it out. But you can increase your chances of success by learning from those who’ve stumbled and fallen and picked themselves back up. MD/CEO IBRA CONTRACTORS LIMITED (Tanzania), Maida Waziri:…

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Ethical chocolate business MIA set for industry first with Ghana production expansion

Ethically-founded Madagascan premium chocolate company MIA (Made In Africa) is delivering a claimed industry first in becoming the only bean-to-bar business operating in two countries within the region, under its ambitious plans expanding into Ghana, reports Neill Barston. As its owners explained to Confectionery Production, the move allows it to extend its impact and offer an additional unique range…

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Ethical chocolate business MIA set for industry first with Ghana production expansion

Ethically-founded Madagascan premium chocolate company MIA (Made In Africa) is delivering a claimed industry first in becoming the only bean-to-bar business operating in two countries within the region, under its ambitious plans expanding into Ghana, reports Neill Barston. As its owners explained to Confectionery Production, the move allows it to extend its impact and offer an additional unique range…

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Kenyans Bid Farewell to Former President Kibaki

Kenya held a state funeral Friday for its third president, Mwai Kibaki, who died last week at the age of 90. Officials are hailing Kibaki for transforming Kenya’s economy and education. Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta led other African leaders and tens of thousands of Kenyans in paying last respects to Kibaki. “We are here not only to mourn an…

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