15/08/2026
🌍 AUGUST'S WWD TOP FIVE IS HERE!
Every month, we find African businesses doing interesting things across travel, migration, tourism and the diaspora economy.
Here are 5 we think you should know about this August 👇🏾
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Africa's safari industry may be bigger in East Africa, but there's plenty the rest of us can learn from. They make beautiful handmade canvas tents for short stays. Now imagine December concerts with African-made glamping tents. 👀
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We ALL know the feeling of those tired, stained white towels in budget hotels. 😅 This one is for our hotel suppliers and vendors. SerjectBio, a Côte d'Ivoire-based company, is working with cotton fibre to create affordable disposable towels for hotels and hospitality businesses. Cheap, one-time use, just like tissues or wipes.
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All my fellow diaspora people, imagine having parents or loved ones back home who need medication. 😩 Sending things from wherever we are isn't always straightforward. OneHealth lets you order medication and have it delivered within Nigeria. ❤️
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Tourism is for kids too! Lagos parents, where are we taking the kids this weekend? 🌴 Kids Beach Garden is a cool, kid-friendly and sustainable beach. Sometimes, you just need somewhere nice to take the kids while supporting a local business.
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There are A LOT of fintech apps out there, but Eversend is interesting because it focuses on making money movement across African corridors easier. Africa to Africa💸🌍
Which one are you checking out? 👇🏾
