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The Scoop: Why I bought CapitalFM – Chris Kirubi
Industrialist Dr. Chris Kirubi is a leading Kenyan entrepreneur with interests spanning manufacturing, property, insurance, technology and the investment sector. He talks about why he bought...
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Entries open for CfC Stanbic young rising star awards
The second annual CfC Stanbic Rising Star Awards is now open to young and talented individuals who are contributing to the growth of the country and their community. The Rising Star Programme seeks to...
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Briefcase entrepreneur finds niche in multi-million solar lighting opportunity
Charles Mate, CEO Matey International It was one Friday morning eight years ago and Charles Mate was preparing to go to work as usual. But something had been heavy in his heart for more than three...
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#TheScoop: Making money is a by-product of business – Sunny Bindra
Management consultant, author and columnist Sunny Bindra is well known for thought leadership in Kenya and in the region. In this rare interview, Bindra discusses the need for businesses to have a...
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UKaid makes breathing easier in Kibera
According to Safi International which designed, manufactures and distributes the stoves, 800 units had been sold as of Thursday/FILENAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 15 – It’s not every day that Kibera resident...
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Leading through volatility in Africa
Pfungwa Serima – CEO – SAP Africa Barely two years ago, foreign businesses and analysts were hailing Africa as the world’s economic miracle. With economic, political and social reforms sweeping the...
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Kiumi’s dream is to revolutionise local film industry
Kiumi did not have what one would call a formal budget to start the school/MUTHONI NJUKINAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 22 – Wilfred Kiumi is a go-getter. From hairdressing in Maringo, Nairobi to now the CEO and...
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Getting started on your career
Employed or not, whether you have attended university or just primary, there is one thing we all have in common – a need to make ends meet and to pay our bills. Whether you are fresh from university...
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5 ways to keep your employees loyal – Devki Group CEO
Devki Group Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Narenda Raval Devki Group Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Narenda Raval has about 4,000 employees, some of whom he says have been in his...
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Entrepreneurs: Be an employee before starting on your own #HeshdeSilva
Entrepreneurship is hard. That in itself is a huge understatement. Many young people and those young-at-heart take the leap into self-employment without understanding just how challenging the space...
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Airtel, UP Magazine partner to award key change-makers in the society
Sharon Nyambane is one among many other Kenyans who lives by the common saying, “Put into practice what you learn”. After participating in women group empowerment program in Gesonso, Kisii County, she...
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8 Kenyans named in Forbes Africa most promising entrepreneurs
Eric Kinoti is the proprietor of Shades System East Africa – a company that manufactures and supplies tents, as well as Safi Sana home Cleaning Services/CFM NAIROBI, Kenya Feb 6 – Eight young Kenyans...
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Seven things budding entrepreneurs need to know – Eric Kinoti
Eric Kinoti is the proprietor of Shades System East Africa – a company that manufactures and supplies tents, as well as Safi Sana home Cleaning Services/CFM So you want to start a business because you...
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Mistakes you will make as an entrepreneur
Last week, we went over a few basic mistakes people make when starting out as entrepreneurs. This week, I’m going to focus on the mistakes that one can make prior to embarking on the journey of...
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How to succeed in the airline business – Jimmy Kibati
Jimmy Kibati, Fastjet General Manager East Africa has been in the aviation industry for over 10 years and speaks to Capital FM Business on how to venture and succeed in the airline business especially...
View Article6 essential character traits of a successful entrepreneur – Eric Kinoti
There is a myth that entrepreneurial success is all about innovative thinking and breakthrough ideas. But the truth is that there is a lot more that goes behind the public scene before you get the...
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#TheScoop: I learn from everyone I meet – Manu Chandaria
The self-effacing, soft spoken and humble Dr. Manu Chandaria is one of the most respected businessmen in the country. In spite of his family’s immense wealth, Dr. Chandaria is now more involved in the...
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Five dangerous traps start-ups should avoid – Eric Kinoti
Eric Kinoti is the proprietor of Shades System East Africa – a company that manufactures and supplies tents, as well as Safi Sana home Cleaning Services More often than not, entrepreneurs fall into...
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10 lessons I learnt from a billionaire
By @ngigimichael Blogger: A day in a dog’s life When I first showed up at Capital FM for work I didn’t know what to expect but I knew what I wanted. I wanted to learn how to be successful. In my mind,...
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Five factors to consider when choosing a business partner
Eric Kinoti is the MD of Shades System East Africa Yes, it is possible for you to start a business on your own and to grow it and run it successfully. But there are instances you might need strategic...
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