OFFICEPHASE INSIGHTS | SPECIAL FEATURE From the Legacy of the Nana Benz to the Future of Tech: Women Rising in Africa’s Economy Few images in African entrepreneurial history are as iconic as the Nana Benz of Togo—trailblazing women draped in vibrant prints, cruising through Lomé in Mercedes Benz cars. Between the 1940s and 1980s, these […]
At OfficePhase, we believe that Africa has unparalleled potential for scalable, high-impact businesses. With our presence in Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda, Ghana, Zambia, Uganda, and Senegal, we have had the privilege of supporting some of the continent’s most transformative startups. A recurring insight has consistently emerged from our experience: If your business can succeed in Nigeria, it can […]
A new private member’s bill introduced in the UK Parliament by MP Bambos Charalambous could dramatically shift the global landscape of sovereign debt and Africa stands to benefit significantly. The legislation, which proposes new rules for debt restructuring under English law (governing an estimated 90% of poor nations’ international bonds), could be a game-changer for […]
OfficePhase Presents understanding the Impact of the US-China Trade War on African Business, especially with regard to tariff reciprocity. The escalating trade conflict between the US and China is starting to have ripple effects across global markets, and Africa is no exception. As part of our interest at OfficePhase, we don’t just give you shared […]
Ah, the co-working space: a paradise for freelancers, start-ups, and that guy who insists on taking calls on speaker-phone. If you’ve ever had the pleasure of working in one of these hives of productivity (or chaos), you’ll recognize these nine archetypal characters. Stoic Stanley Stanley is the epitome of calm in the eye of […]
Buckle up, Kenya! The East African nation is about to take a giant leap forward in the tech world thanks to a groundbreaking new partnership. Microsoft, the global software giant, is joining forces with G42, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company from the United Arab Emirates, to invest a cool $1 billion in a brand […]
Ethiopia, the land of ancient empires and breathtaking landscapes, is experiencing a remarkable economic transformation. The nation, once synonymous with hardship, is now a rising star in Africa, boasting a projected growth rate of a staggering 7.9% for the current fiscal year. This surge in economic activity signifies a country firing on all cylinders, with […]
Ghana is poised for a paradigm shift in its energy industry. A fierce competition has emerged between five global leaders in nuclear technology vying to construct the nation’s first-ever nuclear power plant. This development has the potential to not only illuminate Ghana but also serve as a catalyst for broader energy independence across Africa. The […]
“It gets eerily quiet at the office sometimes, “ rants one. “It’s so noisy today, “ another complains resolutely. “This is the longest I’ve spent in a day without human Interaction.” “Who brought the weird smelling guy in here?” “I don’t think I needed all this space.” “It’s so hot in here, the number of […]
Kenya has secured a vital funding commitment from China’s Exim Bank to extend its high-speed railway line from Naivasha towards Uganda, marking a significant step forward in a project that has the potential to reshape trade and economic ties across the region. This renewed collaboration between Kenya and China, along with commitments from Uganda, Rwanda, […]
