Panelists at the just concluded UBA Business Series have indicated that financial inclusion, the creative economy, sports, and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are the sectors most likely to produce Africa’s next billion-dollar companies.
The United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, hosted its quarterly business series, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, innovators and business leaders to explore how customer insights and technology is shaping Africa’s next generation of high-growth businesses.
Held at the Bank’s corporate headquarters in Lagos under the theme, “Building for Africa’s Realities: Turning Consumer Feedback into Technology-Driven Solutions,” the event examined how African entrepreneurs are leveraging data, consumer behaviour and innovation to build scalable businesses tailored to the continent’s unique realities.
The panelists agreed that businesses most likely to succeed will be those that remain deeply connected to the needs and behaviours of their customers.
Moderated by media entrepreneur and founder, Adaora Mbelu, the conversation featured a panel comprising Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Chowdeck, Femi Aluko; acclaimed rapper and entrepreneur, M.I Abaga; and Venture Capitalist/ Co-founder of Octerra Capital, Ashim Egunjobi.
