Local communities in Ghana try to prevent the inevitable deforestation of the Atewa Reserve that would accompany a $10B mining deal with China.
Kwasi Gyamfi AsieduOctober 15, 2018
440 million kids in Sub-Saharan Africa stand to miss out on opportunities for a quality education. Ubongo wants to rewrite that story – using entertainment.
Brittany LaneJuly 17, 2017
Are you close enough to your most important customers? Here's why taking an immersion trip to actually get to know them will make you a better leader.
Mike QuinnJuly 16, 2017
In Africa and Asia alone, over two billion people live without access to a reliable and affordable electrical grid. Greenlight Planet can change that.
Aubrey SandersJune 6, 2017
This startup's mission is bold, but the team has no doubt that women play a key role in achieving these goals and helping communities thrive.
Mike QuinnDecember 23, 2016
In today's world, digital literacy is key. This startup aims to provide all Africans with access to reliable, inspiring, and educational digital content.
Brittany LaneDecember 5, 2016
By 2030, half of the world’s population won’t have access to clean water. Enter Desolenator, an affordable and versatile device that uses solar technology to create clean water and facilitate micro-entrepreneurship in affected communities.
Aubrey SandersNovember 21, 2016
Solar prices have fallen, while technology and efficiency have improved. See how solar technology is impacting three very different parts of the world.
Reut BarakMay 18, 2016
In July 2016, nine startups will convene in Kampala, Uganda, for the third annual Unreasonable East Africa Institute. Here's a preview of the fellows.
Brittany LaneMay 10, 2016
Ken Banks had no idea how to help solve some huge, complex problems out there. But lack of certainty and answers turned out to be a great starting point.
Ken BanksMay 5, 2016
This EdTech startup shows if you don’t constantly iterate your product based on field research and user input, you'll have a perfect product with no business model.
Millicent MwendwaApril 21, 2016
This experimental frame from rapid-prototyping genius, Tom Chi, will help uncover the most effective solutions to master distribution for startups in emerging markets.
Tom ChiMarch 10, 2016
With so few comparisons in the African tech market, it's imperative to share data to set a baseline and move the ecosystem along—the future depends on it.
Toni MaravigliaFebruary 12, 2016
It's time for major corporations to undergo a revolution. Opportunities to create profitable businesses serving 3 billion bypassed customers are limitless.
Paul PolakJanuary 25, 2016
It may be hard, but keeping a firm commitment to hiring local staff should be a priority for any startup in the African market. This is why it matters.
Toni MaravigliaJanuary 11, 2016
The year 2015 was an exciting year for entrepreneurship in East Africa. Check out this gallery of photos capturing the 9 Unreasonable East Africa ventures.
Brittany LaneDecember 29, 2015
What happens when the hottest technology changes? This entrepreneur advises to not get hung up on the device your solution may be on for now.
Toni MaravigliaDecember 17, 2015