Amid Africa’s rising wave of entrepreneurship, where millions of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are driving innovation, employment, and economic growth, one challenge remains stubbornly persistent: late payments. While SMEs…
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While challenges like logistics constraints, limited payment channels, and fragmented market access persist, strategic e-commerce partnerships are emerging as some of the most transformative forces in Africa’s commercial landscape. In…
Google and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat have launched the AfCFTA Digital Inclusion & Entrepreneurship Program, a free initiative aimed at equipping 7,500 African small and medium-sized…
The mining sector remains one of Africa’s most lucrative and strategic industries, contributing significantly to GDP, exports, and employment across the continent. However, despite its potential, small and medium-sized enterprises…
The ability to use digital tools effectively has become the line that separates thriving businesses from those fading into obscurity. Digital competence is no longer just an additional extra or…
Expanding into new markets presents African small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with valuable opportunities to increase revenue, diversify their customer base, and strengthen business resilience. However, entering unfamiliar territories also…
Microsoft’s decision to end support for Windows 10 points to a critical shift for Africa’s digital economy. As startups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) increasingly depend on technology to…
Mining holds the potential to transform local economies. The supply chain allows SMEs to expand, innovate, and create lasting change. By providing vital goods and services, African SMEs can grow…
The word around Artificial Intelligence is growing louder Every day. From tech conferences to startup hubs, the prevailing narrative suggests that SMEs must embrace AI from day one to stay…
The shift toward a digital-first economy has placed African SMEs in the midst of fierce competition. Traditional advertising methods often fail to capture the attention of younger, tech-savvy consumers. To…
