Artificial Intelligence OP-ED - Adopting AI: beware white-collar pride and prejudice A pioneering fintech founder warns of AI's transformative impact on high-achieving professionals, urging adaptation over pride to navigate the evolving landscape of work and entrepreneurship.
Cybersecurity OP-ED - A little less propaganda, a little more cybersecurity science The drive of young mathematician Tswelopele Moshe to bridge theory with practical consulting solutions reflects a deeper quest for a more scientific approach to cybersecurity, challenging industry norms.
Fintech OP-ED - Is traction a la TymeBank the new standard for fintechs looking to raise VC? Fintech leaders are facing up to the realities of plummeting global VC funding. TymeBank's trajectory exemplifies the evolving landscape for securing venture capital.
Enterprise OP-ED - Why I can't wait for Canva to IPO Andile Masuku shares how Canva impacted his career, highlighting why its innovative tools and impressive growth make its potential IPO highly anticipated by industry watchers.
Fintech OP-ED - Elizabeth Rossiello reflects on a decade in African fintech Elizabeth Rossiello, CEO of AZA Finance, reflects on her decade-long journey from founding BitPesa to steering a fintech scale-up in Africa, navigating industry changes and strategic growth.
Energy OP-ED - Dangote's refinery fuels his vision for African self-reliance At the Africa CEO Forum's flagship annual gathering, Aliko Dangote and Patrick Pouyanné unveiled a noteworthy fuel supply deal, underscoring Dangote's ambitious vision for Africa's self-reliance and the challenges of regional trade and cooperation.
Infrastructure OP-ED - Leapfrogging? No shortcuts on the road to progress Professor Calestous Juma's legacy challenges oversimplified narratives of African tech progress, urging for substantive infrastructure investment over "leapfrogging" dreams.
Failure OP-ED - Failing forward: translating public setbacks into fresh starts MarketForce's closure underscores the importance of sustainable growth. Co-founder Tesh Mbaabu's openness paves the way for new beginnings.
Climate OP-ED - Abraham Augustine on African climate tech money coming in hot Abraham Augustine, a leading voice in African digital economies, shares insights on climate tech investment signals and trends. Learn from past failures, he advises.
Fintech OP-ED - Nicole Dunn's founder insights on Africa's fintech landscape amidst global 'funding winter' Fresh from attending FT Partners' Fintech in Africa Event in New York, fintech founder Nicole Dunn offers a handy VC winter weather report.
Entrepreneurship OP-ED - What aspiring entrepreneurs can learn from Naval Ravikant's journey Andile Masuku taps the wisdom of Naval Ravikant, the mind behind AngelList, to glean insights on age, failure, and the essence of perseverance in the startup world.
Blockchain OP-ED - Michael Kimani on lobbying for blockchain legislation in Kenya Kenya's Blockchain Association advances digital asset regulation, spearheaded by director Michael Kimani. Kimani takes us behind the fray.
Blockchain OP-ED - What in the crypto mayhem is going on in Nigeria? Recent events in Nigeria spotlight Binance's alleged involvement in a massive fund transfer, exacerbating regulatory turmoil. Meanwhile, the Blockchain Association of Kenya pushes for crypto regulations amidst economic uncertainty.
Entrepreneurship OP-ED - Product-market fit is the new black Reflecting on throwback Jessica Livingstone insights, Andile Masuku explores the nuanced journey of product-market fit and the value of curated human gatherings.
Failure OP-ED - The (useful) thing about failure For Andile Masuku, an entrepreneur who's suffered more setbacks than successes, failure is often a go-to source for learning.
