Logistics costs that erode SME margins
Many SME owners miscalculate their delivery expenses, ignoring hidden leaks in the last mile and regulatory levies that quietly destroy profit margins.
Day: September 2, 2026
Hichilema Begins Second Term Amid Investor Optimism and Regional Tension
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has been sworn in for a second term, reinforcing a pro-business agenda focused on copper production and IMF-led debt restructuring.
How to build a reliable raw material plan
A guide for African SME owners on securing supply chains, managing lead times, and balancing inventory with cash flow to prevent production stoppages.
Tony Elumelu’s Seplat Energy Stake Hits $1.28 Billion
Tony Elumelu is close to returning to Africa’s billionaire ranks after the value of his indirect stake in Seplat Energy Plc climbed to approximately $1.28 billion.
Debt financing now accounts for 41 per cent of African startup capital
Debt financing has surged to 41 per cent of all capital raised by African tech startups, reflecting a strategic shift to avoid equity dilution amid a global venture capital slowdown.