Ranked by Forbes Magazine as the 100th richest person in the world, and the richest in Africa, Aliko Dangote began with a $3,000 loan from a relative. Today, he is a business magnate, investor, founder, and chairman of the largest cement producer on the African continent, Dangote Cement. His cement company has made Nigeria the …
Robert Frederick Smith is an American businessman, investor, and philanthropist who founded private equity firm Vista Equity partners in 2000. Vista is one of the best performing private equity firms globally, with over $46 billion in assets and posting 22% of annualized returns since it was established. In 2018, Forbes ranked Smith as the 163rd …
Often you hear, watch or read about wealthy individuals providing capital and sometimes access to opportunities for entrepreneurs. But often what is missing is providing the expertise and mentorship to help these entrepreneurs become successful. In fact, it is little wonder that the follow up after capital is thrown at these entrepreneurs is usually absent. …
Ghana’s waste management mogul, Joseph Siaw Agyapong has built one of the most innovative enterprises in the country providing employment for over 250,000 employees in Ghana. Everything was going well until an accounting error led to the worst day in his business life. Join Peace Hyde as Joseph Siaw Agyapong narrates his story. Ladybrille MagazineFounded …
The winners of the Black British Business Awards (BBBAwards) have been announced. This list recognizes the rising stars and senior leaders who represent the frontrunners of the UK’s vibrant business sector and includes top business leaders and entrepreneurs from top international brands and institutions such as Uber, Citi, Linklaters and Jomas Associates. The BBBAwards, launched …
The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) has officially announced the finalists for AWIEF Awards 2018. The aim of the AWIEF Awards is to promote excellence in entrepreneurship and innovation amongst women-owned businesses in all sectors and across the 54 African countries. “Women-owned businesses are a vital part of our African economy,” commented Irene …