04Mar 2026 by @iBizAfrica No Comments
‘Go Digital orCapsize’: The New Rule for African Finance

‘Go Digital orCapsize’: The New Rule for African Finance

Innovation
For years, “going digital” in African finance sounded like ambition. It meant launching an app. Attracting venture capital. Talking about disruption. In 2026, it means something simpler and far more structural: building for a market that is already digital. Across the continent, finance is no longer becoming digital. It already is. According to the GSMA State of the Industry Report on Mobile Money 2024, Sub-Saharan Africa accounts for over 70% of global mobile money transaction value. That statistic alone tells a bigger story: digital finance is no longer experimental. It is systemic. If you operate in this ecosystem, as a bank, fintech, investor, or founder, you are not building “digital products.” You are building financial infrastructure. And infrastructure cannot afford fragility. The M-Pesa Standard Africa has already shown the world…
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04Mar 2026 by @iBizAfrica No Comments
Falling in Love with Your Startup Again: Three Tips to Revive Your Founder Spark

Falling in Love with Your Startup Again: Three Tips to Revive Your Founder Spark

Entrepreneurship, How To's, Incubation, Innovation
The journey of a founder is often romanticized, but the day-to-day reality frequently involves grueling hours, unforeseen setbacks, and the heavy weight of responsibility. Over time, these pressures can cause the initial "spark" of passion to fade, replaced by a sense of survival. In fact, research shows that while many founders are passionate about their work, a large majority also struggle with stress, burnout, exhaustion, and even anxiety along the way. One survey of African startup founders found that 86% reported negative impacts on their wellbeing, including high stress and exhaustion, even among leaders of thriving businesses. This month, think of your relationship with your business a little differently. Instead of chasing the myth of constant hustle and burnout as a badge of honor, focus on sustainable passion that keeps…
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01May 2024 by @iBizAfrica No Comments
EMPOWERING AFRICAN YOUTH THROUGH ENTREPRENEURSHIP.

EMPOWERING AFRICAN YOUTH THROUGH ENTREPRENEURSHIP.

Incubation, Innovation
The Dunin Deshpande Queen’s Innovation Centre Strathmore Chapter Program Launch recently marked a significant milestone in Africa’s entrepreneurial landscape, bringing together key stakeholders, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts to celebrate innovation, collaboration, and the entrepreneurial spirit. This initiative, in partnership with iBizAfrica, Strathmore University, and Dunin Deshpande Queen’s Innovation Centre (DDQIC), exemplified the power of universities and industries working hand in hand to foster entrepreneurship. A Photo of The DDQIC Top 20. Strathmore, Nairobi.  The event served as a platform for attendees to gain invaluable insights and inspiration from those involved  and a past program participant. Notable speakers included Oliver Omondi, the founder of ZuriPacks and a past program participant, who shared his journey and experiences in entrepreneurship. Dr. Joseph Sevilla, the Director of @iLabAfrica, passionately emphasized the urgency of empowering Africa’s…
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01May 2024 by @iBizAfrica No Comments
PIONEERING ORTHOPEDIC INNOVATION WITH AMEK MANUFACTURING

PIONEERING ORTHOPEDIC INNOVATION WITH AMEK MANUFACTURING

Incubation, Innovation
Mercy Kilonzo, a second-year student studying Financial Economics at Strathmore University, envisions making waves in the healthcare industry with her startup idea, Amek Manufacturing. As one of the top 20 student startups selected for the DDQIC Jim Leech Mastercard Foundation Fellowship Program: Strathmore Chapter, Mercy’s journey is not just about entrepreneurship; it’s about conceptualizing a transformative idea that could reshape the future of healthcare. “I’ve always had a passion for finding solutions to real-world problems,” Mercy shares. “When I learnt about the shortage of affordable orthopedic implants in our country, I knew I had to do something about it.” Influenced by both parents in the medical industry and her desire to make a difference, Mercy conceived the idea of Amek Manufacturing, aimed at locally producing orthopedic implants, screws, and plates using…
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