BUSINESS IDEAS

Offer Medical/Health insurance – it’s catching on in Africa! Starting a business offering medical and health insurance services in Africa can be a daunting task, but with the right preparation, knowledge and dedication, it can be a very lucrative and rewarding venture. Africa has a large population of over 1.2 billion people, with a large […]

According to a World Bank research report on financial inclusion in Africa, less than one adult out of four on the continent (about 25 percent) has access to an account at a formal financial institution (like banks, for example). In other words, over 500 million Africans still do not have a bank account today. Sadly,

Africa’s SMEs and upcoming entrepreneurs are a goldmine for you, if you are looking to invest It can be really hard to start and grow a new business in Africa. One of the biggest reasons for this is poor access to capital. Lack of funding chokes creativity and business ideas on the continent and continues

Business Insurance remains a virgin market on the continent Insurance, the business of protecting people, businesses and other entities from significant losses and financial hardship, is a huge multi-billion dollar business globally. The insurance industry is arguably one of the oldest businesses in the world and has become quite sophisticated in developed countries. Several types

If you can build professional websites, there’s a huge market waiting for you! In today‘s world, if you own a business that doesn‘t have a website, it typically doesn‘t exist. Startups, small businesses and large companies now consider it common sense to invest in a website that properly reflects their image and brand, and also

Let‘s face it: One of the favorite means of advertising in Africa is still via radio or large billboards, especially in the cities. And we mean large! While a few corporates in Africa are engaging in digital marketing strategies, the majority still focuses on somewhat outdated marketing strategies using traditional media and road shows. And

Blogs & Information platforms are a popular route to your financial success. Blogging is another in-thing to do these days. However, many bloggers give up sooner or later. Why is that? It‘s because it takes an awful lot of work and commitment to make it profitable. Hey, we are two Africa Business bloggers; we know,

Although we are still in the early days of the eCommerce boom in Africa, some startups in this space are already showing a lot of promise. The fast pace at which eCommerce is growing across the continent makes it an unstoppable wave in the evolution of retail and how Africans generally shop. As the internet

If you‘re an avid online gamer, you would instantly recognize blockbuster hits like World of Warcraft and Farmville. These are just two of thousands of games that make up the multi-billion dollar online gaming industry, which is expected to reach $82 billion by 201738. It is indeed a huge industry by any standard. Africa is

If you’re looking for a way to make money online, starting your own adult webcam site may be a great option. With an adult webcam site, you can create a platform for performers to display their talents in front of thousands of viewers. It can be an exciting and lucrative business opportunity if you know