Africa: Page 5
Bright Idea: Startup Finds Unexpected Use for Solar-Powered Lights
The M-KOPA Solar system is literally lighting up a cleaner, greener -- and safer -- future for one remote region of the world.
How Social Franchising Is Bringing Jobs to the Developing World
The aid community is taking the efficiency and standardization of the franchise model any applying it toward philanthropic endeavors.
Set the Most Competitive Prices for Your Cleaning Business
Follow these tips for determining a price that makes you a profit without gouging your customers.
This Mega-Funded Startup Wants to Forget the Chicken and Redefine the Egg
Josh Tetrick wants to remake the food industry from the bottom up, starting with the traditional egg.
Diversity Defines Our Global Economy. Do You Speak the Language?
Chances are that you'll interact with people in the business world of different cultures, whether its your workforce or your customers. Are you ready to dive in?
The 10 Most Corrupt and Least Corrupt Countries in the World
Not sure where to set up shop abroad? Worried that foreign governments might try to shake you down? Find out which countries are squeaky clean and which are dirty when it comes to public sector corruption.
Starting Up in the Developing World: More Risk, More Reward
Entrepreneurship consultant Sarah Green offers some perspective on starting up in the developing world, by way of Nigeria.
Lack of Confidence, Fear of Failure Hold Women Back From Being Entrepreneurs
A new report measures the rates of female entrepreneurship and the sentiments of female business owners around the world.
New Product Makes You Invisible to Mosquitoes and May Save Lives
Kite Patch makes people virtually undetectable by mosquitoes and could save millions around the world from mosquito-borne diseases.
Bright Idea: Startup Aims to Advance Solar Energy in Developing Countries
With a low-cost technology, 21-year-old Eden Full seeks to make solar energy more efficient and affordable.
'Impact Entrepreneurship' Places Importance on Social Consciousness
As a social-impact entrepreneur, you need more than a passion for doing good. Here's how some 'treps are putting their chops to work to run successful enterprises and make the world a better place.
The 'White African' and Nairobi's Tech Hub
Erik Hersman, son of American missionaries, talks about developing an ecosystem for entrepreneurs in Kenya's flourishing tech community.
10 Ways to Trim Shipping Costs
Small businesses can benefit from discount offers, regional carriers and hybrid delivery service.
10 Hot Export Markets for Small Businesses
A look at a range of export opportunities, as well as challenges, for companies seeking growth beyond their home borders.
A New Social Venture Takes the Lead from TOMS Shoes to Fight Child Hunger
Two Degrees addresses malnutrition in developing countries with a get-one, give-one sales approach.