At OfficePhase, we don’t simply rent out workspaces; we foster revolutions in thought, connection, and impact. This is why we were particularly drawn to the recent announcement by Bill Gates, who pledged to donate 99% of his $200 billion fortune to health and education initiatives in Africa by 2045.initiatives in Africa by 2045. This isn’t just global […]
In a bold move to elevate Africa’s climate finance landscape, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has announced plans to launch the Africa Carbon Support Facility, a significant step toward unlocking the continent’s untapped carbon market potential. This was revealed during the Bank’s Annual Meeting in Abidjan, signalling renewed commitment to positioning Africa as a major […]
In today’s fast-evolving business landscape, change is not just inevitable—it’s essential. One of Kenya’s most well-funded startups, Twiga Foods, is offering a masterclass in just that. In a bold and strategic move, Twiga has launched an internal restructuring campaign that includes forming a new holding company, referred to internally as “newco”, and laying off over […]
As global powers intensify their economic footprint in Africa, Russia is accelerating its strategy through bold infrastructure investments. Russian Railways (RZD) has announced its intention to expand into four African nations—Burkina Faso, Ghana, South Africa, and Libya—positioning them as future transport hubs in a reimagined network of transcontinental connectivity. This initiative, part of Moscow’s […]
At OfficePhase, we believe infrastructure is more than concrete and cables—it’s the backbone of possibility. And Tanzania’s new Iringa–Shinyanga transmission line is proof that when energy flows, opportunities follow. Backed by five development partners, including the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the World Bank, this 400 kV, 670-kilometer line is reshaping the energy landscape in […]
If you’re looking to build or scale a fintech business in Nigeria—whether you’re a local innovator or a foreign player—there’s one truth you can’t ignore: Without the right licence from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), you’re not in business. You’re playing catch-up. At OfficePhase, we work with dozens of founders navigating the fast-evolving compliance […]
Kenya’s digital momentum is facing a regulatory curveball. A new bill before Parliament could make it illegal for businesses operating in physical locations to reject cash for transactions under Ksh100,000 (~$775). Tabled by Suba South MP Caroli Omondi, the Central Bank of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2025 is being positioned as a safeguard for financially excluded […]
Doing business or starting a business in Kenya is a rewarding venture, aside being a country with one of the highest purchasing power in East Africa, Kenya ranks high as one of the best in the region in terms of digital penetration and east of doing business. Depending on the type of business you intend […]
In a bold and strategic step, Tanzanian fintech NALA Money is setting up Rwanda as its remittance settlement hub for East Africa—and the implications are exciting, not just for the fintech space, but for the entire ecosystem of startups, innovators, and tech-driven businesses across the region. This move, enabled by NALA’s recent acquisition of a […]
In a move that could reshape internet accessibility and business potential across the continent, Airtel Africa has partnered with SpaceX to roll out Starlink’s high-speed satellite internet in remote and underserved regions. While the deal is monumental for the telecom sector at large, it’s particularly transformative for startups, tech hubs, and co-working spaces—and OfficePhase is […]
