WhatsApp remains the backbone of digital communication in South Africa. Whether it is school groups, family messaging, buying and selling in local communities, or…
Finding promise and consistency in turbulent times: lessons from the EU
The first quarter of 2016 has proven grim for a number of leading markets, most starkly for the European Union. A year ago, the…
The 6 biggest obstacles startups face in Africa
Emerging businesses in Africa overwhelmingly fuel the economy and provide the majority of local jobs. Globalization has presented African entrepreneurs with a unique opportunity…
How your ecommerce company can oust Amazon
Ecommerce is in vogue. According to eMarketer, it will account for almost nine percent of total retail sales by 2018, up from 5.9% in…
Fundamo Diaries — Raising capital for an African startup [Part 3]
The following article is part of a series of extracts from South African entrepreneur Hannes Van Rensburg’s upcoming book, “Cash In, Cash Out”. The…