10 Questions
What innovation practice is exemplified by Indomie and Equity Bank's stories?
Creating products and services that don't fulfill the needs of consumers
What was a major obstacle for people in rural areas in Kenya, according to James Mwangi?
Distance and limited access to traditional banking services
What did Equity Bank introduce that is described as its best-known innovation?
Mobile banking through a cell phone application
What is a key strategic move for companies aiming to win in Africa?
Harnessing technology to unleash the next wave of innovation
What is a key differentiator of company performance in Africa, according to the survey of business executives?
Creating new products and services tailored to African needs
What was the classic innovation to meet an unmet need that consumers struggled to satisfy?
Creating a packaged version of 'chin chin'
What did LafargeHolcim do to reduce the cost of building a house in Africa?
Developed a new process to create bricks made largely of earth
What innovation has Chinese mobile-phone maker Tecno introduced to its smartphones for the African market?
Photo software designed to better capture darker skin tones
What did SecurelD invest in to build its smartcard manufacturing plant near Lagos?
Biometric access control and cybersecurity tested by third-party firms
What additional products has SecurelD expanded its manufacturing capacity to supply?
SIM cards, secure passports, ID cards, and driver's licenses
Learn about the innovative practices of creating new products and services specifically tailored to address the needs, tastes, and spending power of the African market. Understand why this approach is a key differentiator of company performance in Africa.
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