Today, I would be a housemaid if I had not learned to read and write. Now I want to be a cardiologist.
Naomi Mutuku WilliamsMarch 16, 2018
Micronutrient deficiency is a debilitating issue in East Africa, especially for children who are too hungry to go to school or concentrate in class. Edom is a fortified flour with vital micronutrients that ensures that children are healthy and thrive academically.
Cecily MauranNovember 7, 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
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
Mentorship is great if applied properly and not done hastily. But make sure you’re ready to be mentored before you decide to find a mentor.
Jamila AbassFebruary 18, 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 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
Entrepreneurship was top of President Obama’s agenda during his trip to East Africa this past…
ImpactAlphaDecember 23, 2015
WATCH: This video captures 5 weeks in 5 minutes—a glimpse into the stories filmed by Unreasonable Media while visiting the second annual Unreasonable East Africa Institute.
Unreasonable MediaDecember 3, 2015
Less than 3% of Kenyans pay for ongoing insurance plans because it's confusing and expensive—dangerous in times of emergency. This company combines micro-credit with micro-insurance to help people get cash fast.
Cayte BoslerNovember 25, 2015
In Kenya over 70% of the population are farmers. But, they can't access markets, and their income suffers. Ojay Greene is changing that by connecting them.
Cayte BoslerNovember 18, 2015
The number of Africans aged 14-25 is growing and buying phones. If investors turn their attention away from this tech market, they will miss out.
Toni MaravigliaNovember 17, 2015
For people in developing countries, counterfeit drugs are a huge problem. Miti Health disrupts the supply chain and helps pharmacists trust their medicine.
Cayte BoslerNovember 10, 2015
In Kenya, 40% of youth are unemployed. Duma Works provides an SMS-based solution where youth can create profiles with their phones to apply for jobs.
Cayte BoslerOctober 29, 2015
In Kenya with a population of 45 million, 17.5 million lack safe water. With its unique technology, Susteq makes water kiosks more innovative and effective.
Cayte BoslerOctober 16, 2015
Educating over 100,000 children for an average of $6 a month. The world’s largest and fastest growing chain of schools.
Unreasonable MediaJanuary 15, 2015
Lessons learned from a startup's two-year journey exploring the potential of natural biofuels in Africa: Do what works.
Myles LutheranSeptember 24, 2014