Back to News News Africa AMI’s 2021 Impact Report: Skills to power growth & impact 31 Aug 2022 As Africa’s ambitious businesses emerge from the Covid-19 pandemic only to face further economic headwinds, we believe more than ever that their job creating power and drive for innovation are critical for the future of the continent. In our recently released AMI 2021 Impact Report: Skills to power growth & impact we share how AMI’s work in 2021 - building skills for growth with businesses and their teams – helped unlock business growth, create jobs, improve livelihoods and strengthen whole systems to withstand the turbulence of our times and support thriving communities. In 2021, we focused on business growth and resilience programmes for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), as well as supporting larger ambitious entities to strengthen their management teams with practical tools and resources. We engaged 20,907 individuals and businesses from 39 countries . Businesses on our core business growth programmes reported a 99% business survival rate, increased revenue by 35% and created an average of 3.9 jobs each. In their "Letter from the founders", Rebecca Harrison (CEO) and Jonathan Cook (Board Chairman) look at how AMI's work with partners, clients and programme participants led to creating jobs, improving livelihoods, developing future-fit leaders from the marketplace to the boardroom, and shifting systems for equitable and sustainable human progress. “[Entrepreneurs and businesses] have the potential to address the big threats and opportunities of our time, as the continent strives to feed itself, power progress sustainably and elevate women. When [they] invest in skills development, we see transformation. Jobs are protected and created, livelihoods are improved, communities supported, and eventually, entire systems are strengthened." Read More About Our Impact in 2021 We invite you to download AMI’s 2021 Impact Report which contains an extensive view of a year that shaped the global economic landscape and how African entrepreneurs and their teams demonstrated resilience. Download the AMI 2021 Impact Report

For over a decade, the African Management Institute (AMI) has been a passionate champion for Africa's businesses and workforce. Learn how we're driving growth and development across the continent through impactful learning and development programs. Discover our mission, values, and impact. Powering the growth of Africa’s ambitious companies & talent For over a decade, the African Management Institute (AMI) has been a leader in business learning to support the growth of African enterprises and its rapidly growing workforce. Africa’s ambitious entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals are a force for growth, innovation, and prosperity. We power their performance with practical tools and training. An African champion for Africa's business champions Since 2014, the African Management Institute (AMI) has been leveraging technology to deliver practical workplace learning to the continent’s business champions and growing workforce. We have equipped over 100,000 professionals, teams, and leaders with the practical tools and training they need to power the growth of the continent’s ambitious businesses and organisations. AMI’s learning solutions and programmes have reached over 40,000 companies, organisations, and small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) across Africa. In 2024, AMI was named by Norrsken/100 as one of the leading social impact companies in the world, and recognised by the Financial Times as one of Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies . We believe that... Skilled people build thriving businesses. Thriving businesses create quality jobs. Quality jobs drive prosperity and dignity. Our Reach & Impact Powering Africa's ambitious businesses, teams, and people since 2014. For over a decade, AMI has been working alongside business and impact partners to support Africa's ambitious entrepreneurs, leaders and teams to drive growth. Our proven model has delivered business and performance outcomes across the continent, by providing the practical tools and support the continent's champions require to win. View AMI's latest Impact Report 97,000+ direct and indirect jobs created 37,000+ businesses supported $130M+ added to African economies in 10 years. Africa-wide & Africa-first AMI's continental presence and local teams in 10 countries and learners in over 39 countries , ensures we deliver Africa-first content and experiences that are unparalleled. A trusted learning partner Since 2014, AMI has worked with over 500 of Africa's leading companies , growth-stage businesses, and development organizations. Evidence-based & results-driven AMI's digital-first business learning is rooted in evidence-based methodologies that deliver results and tracked by our impact intelligence. systems . 86% of clients report improved business performance and our world-class Net-Promoter Score (NPS) of 80 is evidence that learners overwhelmingly love the AMI experience. The AMI Learning Approach AMI’s evidence-based and tech-enabled learning approach is rooted in the simple idea that people learn by doing. Our practical and personalised learning experiences guide learners to develop the winning behaviours and practices that power performance and yield business outcomes. Learn more about AMI's approach An ambitious team, for an ambitious Africa AMI is on the leading edge of business growth in Africa. Our diverse team reflects all corners of the continent and beyond. A women-led team and 62% women in senior leadership and majority of women across the company 94% African Team Representation in 10 countries with learners in 39 countries Meet the Team Career Opportunities Managing Director, AMI Impact Andrea Warriner Managing Director, AMI Enterprise Asha Mweru Chief Innovation Officer, Founding Fellow Bronwen McConkey Country Growth Lead Camille Linquier Chief Operations & People Officer Fatma Nasujo Chief Financial Officer Isaac Kinuu Chairman/Co-Founder Jonathan Cook CEO / Co-Founder Rebecca Harrison Chief Marketing & Communications Officer Thom Wallace Interim Chief Product & Technology Officer Wangila Rasto Leadership Team Latest News & Updates Co-operative Bank of Kenya and African Management Institute (AMI) Partner to Equip MSMEs with a World-Class Business Growth Programme AMI Nigeria Recognised for Driving SME Growth at BusinessDay Top 100 SMEs Conference Empowering South African SMEs: AMI’s ESD Partnerships and Practical Training Solutions All News & Updates

Stay up-to-date on the latest news and updates from AMI. Explore our News & Updates page for announcements, events, and insights from our team of business growth, workplace learning, and impact experts. News & Updates Explore the latest news and updates from across AMI. Visit our Articles & Insights section to read tips and thought leadership content from AMI’s team of business growth, workplace learning and impact experts. Filter: News & Update Type Region / Country News Kenya Co-operative Bank of Kenya and African Management Institute (AMI) Partner to Equip MSMEs with a World-Class Business Growth Programme 9 Apr 2025 News Nigeria AMI Nigeria Recognised for Driving SME Growth at BusinessDay Top 100 SMEs Conference 13 Dec 2024 Updates South Africa Empowering South African SMEs: AMI’s ESD Partnerships and Practical Training Solutions 14 Nov 2024 News Rwanda Energy Private Developer (EPD) Association Partners with African Management Institute to Upskill Rwanda's Energy Sector 13 Nov 2024 News Nigeria AMI Launches Enterprise and Impact Businesses To Drive Organisational Growth and Empower Entrepreneurs In Nigeria 9 Oct 2024 News Africa AMI Recognized as One of the World’s Most Promising Impact Companies by Norrsken 27 Sept 2024 News Uganda AMI and Uganda Solar Energy Association (USEA) establish a strategic partnership to boost the energy sector 19 Sept 2024 News South Africa Uber Eats & AMI Empower Restaurant Entrepreneurs with Practical Tools & Cash Prizes! 26 Jul 2024 Update Africa 2023 Impact Report: AMI added $130M to African economies and impacted 1.5M livelihoods in first decade through support for 37,000 African businesses 12 Jun 2024 News Africa African Management Institute Named to Financial Times 2024 Fastest Growing Businesses in Africa 15 May 2024 Load more Articles & Insights Add a Title Latest News & Updates Heading 5 Heading 5 Get Started Heading 5 Heading 5 Get Started Heading 5 Heading 5 Get Started View All

Enabling Africa's ambitious leaders, entrepreneurs, and future workforce to thrive. AMI Impact delivers business growth and leadership learning at scale across Africa alongside the continent’s leading development and impact partners. Catalysing Africa's economic growth, job creation, & livelihood transformation. AMI Impact scales leadership development, business growth, and ecosystem strengthening solutions across Africa, alongside the continent’s leading development and impact partners. 10 years of impact as an African champion for Africa's business champions 2023 Impact Report We believe... Skilled people build thriving businesses, thriving businesses create quality jobs, and quality jobs drive prosperity and dignity. Evidence-based and tech-enabled skills development programmes Our comprehensive solutions foster growth and job creation across business ecosystems. From learning programmes to BDS standards improvements, AMI’s goal is to enable Africa's business and human capital ecosystems to thrive. Scale - Targeted, scalable and proven impact that drives growth AMI’s targeted, scalable, and practical learning programmes support entrepreneurs, businesses, and organisations to perform and succeed. As a result of our robust impact intelligence approach we also track just how effective our programmes are at delivering growth and job creation cross the continent. Overview Climate & Environment Energy Access Food Systems & Agriculture Future of Work Youth & Employability Women & Economic Empowerment Access to Finance Hospitality & Tourism AMI Impact Areas We build partnerships aimed at scaling impact across the continent through practical programs that drive change. By targeting learning solutions to focus on business growth, job creation, and human capital development in specific industries working alongside our partners, we aim to significantly grow and drive critical areas and sectors essential for prosperity on the continent. Top-rated dinnerware Change the text to include your own content. Include as much or as little text as you want. Tabs grow and shrink vertically to fit your text. Shop Best Sellers Climate & Environment Africa faces significant challenges from climate change, with impacts expected to be particularly severe across the continent. However, Africa’s entrepreneurs, small businesses, and emerging workforce are essential to developing the climate solutions of tomorrow. AMI has partnered with impact organizations like AFD and UKaid to train the leaders, innovators, and institutions best positioned to these pressing challenges. Through tailored programs, we empower individuals, businesses, and institutions with the skills needed to lead in areas such as renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and the circular economy—building the foundation for a resilient, climate-smart Africa. Energy Access Expanding access to affordable energy is essential for economic growth, poverty reduction, and environmental sustainability in Africa. AMI has partnered with donors and organizations like Shell Foundation and UKaid to upskill off grid and renewable energy entrepreneurs, sector leaders, and workforce teams. Through our tailored learning programs, we empower individuals, businesses, and institutions at the forefront of expanding clean, reliable, and sustainable energy access. Food Systems & Agriculture A thriving agricultural sector and more robust food systems are crucial for Africa’s economic resilience and food security. AMI has collaborated with impact partners and private companies like AGRA and Aceli to enhance the capabilities of agribusiness entrepreneurs, leaders, and companies. Through targeted learning programmes and solutions at scale, we support the individuals, organizations and teams central to building and growing resilient food systems. Future of Work A future-ready workforce is crucial for Africa’s competitiveness and adaptability in a globalized economy. AMI has partnered with industry leaders, like Uber, to equip entrepreneurs, executives, and employees with critical skills in digital literacy, problem-solving, and adaptability. Our programs support the individuals and teams navigating a rapidly changing work environment, helping them to build resilient, agile organizations across sectors. Youth & Employability Youth employability is vital to tackling high unemployment and driving economic progress in Africa. AMI has worked with impact partners like the Mastercard Foundation to provide young people, aspiring managers, and early-career professionals with job-ready skills at scale. Our programs develop the talent pipeline, supporting youth and their employers in creating meaningful opportunities for economic mobility and sustainable growth. Women & Economic Empowerment Empowering women economically is fundamental to achieving balanced growth and inclusive development. AMI’s partnerships and women-centered approach empower female entrepreneurs, leaders, and managers by addressing barriers unique to women in business. We have worked with partners like ‘Value for Women’ to embed a gender lens across our programming, leading to outsized impact for women. Through flexible, responsive programs, we equip women to thrive as business owners and leaders, fostering inclusive workplaces and driving sustainable growth across sectors. Access to Finance Access to finance for small businesses to grow and scale is often a main blocker for Africa’s scalable businesses to thrive. Often, financers point to businesses not being prepared to scale. AMI has worked with partners like ANDE and USAID to build financial literacy, confidence, and strategic acumen among entrepreneurs, leaders, and organizations. Once through our programs businesses are in a better position to secure and manage capital, supporting an inclusive financial ecosystem that fuels sustainable enterprise development. Hospitality & Tourism The ability of managers, leaders and business owners to lead teams and grow their operations to be a driver for a flourishing hospitality and tourism sector, a key job creator across the continent.. AMI has partnered with the Mastercard Foundation in Rwanda to strengthen the skills of hospitality entrepreneurs, managers, and employees. Our targeted learning solutions empower the individuals and teams who are building vibrant tourism economies and creating sustainable job opportunities across the continent. Featured Insight Paper Green shoots for African female entrepreneurs – with a forest still to grow Discover key insights from AMI’s latest Impact Insight Report, Greenshoots for African Female Entrepreneurs – With a Forest Still to Grow. This data-driven report reveals how practical business development support is helping close the gender revenue and financing gap for women entrepreneurs across Africa. Read more Latest News & Updates News & Updates Articles & Insights View all News 9 Apr 2025 Co-operative Bank of Kenya and African Management Institute (AMI) Partner to Equip MSMEs with a World-Class Business Growth Programme News 13 Dec 2024 AMI Nigeria Recognised for Driving SME Growth at BusinessDay Top 100 SMEs Conference News 13 Nov 2024 Energy Private Developer (EPD) Association Partners with African Management Institute to Upskill Rwanda's Energy Sector View all post 14 Mar 2023 Can AI offer a productivity break-through for professional service firms? post 13 Mar 2023 Solutions to our challenges can come from unexpected places post 16 Mar 2023 Resilient leaders believe in a future they help shape Upcoming Events Talent Leaders Forum Learn more Event Recap AMI SA Lunch & Learn See all events Connect with our partnership advisors AMI partners with leading impact organizations to design and deliver scalable learning solutions that drive job creation, business growth, leadership development, and workforce transformation. Share your information our team will reach out to find a time to discuss how we can support your learning and development goals. Programmes & solutions to bolster Africa’s business and human capital ecosystems Entrepreneurship & Business Growth These programmes offer practical business skills and downloadable resources to help boost revenue, drive job growth, and scale their businesses effectively. Leadership & Management Leadership and management enhance individual and team performance. AMI's practical programmes aim to unlock solutions and improve on-the-job efficiency while addressing key areas. Ecosystem Strengthening An enabling environment is essential for business growth and job creation. AMI collaborates with local partners to improve Business Development Services (BDS) standards and strengthen the ecosystem using AMI learning approaches. 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Back to News News Rwanda Energy Private Developer (EPD) Association Partners with African Management Institute to Upskill Rwanda's Energy Sector 13 Nov 2024 Rwanda’s industry leaders in the Energy Sector are set to advance their workforce’s professional development as a result of a new partnership announced today between the African Management Institute (AMI) and the Energy Private Developer (EPD) Association. Made possible by the Energy Access Talent Initiative (EATI) Programme funded by UKAID, this partnership will equip leaders and managers within the energy sector in Rwanda with the essential skills and tools to drive growth in their companies. “We are excited to work closely with the EPD Association to uplift the capabilities of Rwanda's energy sector,” Malik Shaffy, Country Manager, AMI Rwanda. “By empowering managers with practical skills, we are supporting the expansion of energy access and driving meaningful, lasting change in Rwanda’s energy landscape.” Serge Wilson Muhizi, CEO at EPD, added, “Capacity building and skills enhancement are core focus areas for EPD, this partnership with AMI is a significant step towards strengthening Rwanda's energy sector. We are confident that our collaboration will contribute meaningfully to the development of expertise within the industry, and we look forward to working together on more impactful capacity-building initiatives in the future.” As part of this initiative, EPD members will gain exclusive access to AMI’s Empowering Managers Programme , a practical and results-focused training designed to enhance management capabilities in the energy sector. The programme is tailored to address the unique challenges faced by sector professionals, including effective team supervision, project management, and strategies to manage geographically dispersed teams. The African Management Institute (AMI) enables ambitious businesses across Africa to thrive, through practical tools and training. AMI’s practical and experience-driven learning approach supports individuals to improve performance and develop essential winning behaviors and practices. This methodology encourages learning from data, feedback, live experiences, and implementation, ultimately propelling organizational success. EPD represents over 200 private energy companies in Rwanda, and plays a pivotal role in advancing the nation's energy sector by supporting capacity building, promoting renewable energy, and facilitating access to finance and trade opportunities. By strengthening leadership within the energy sector, this partnership plays a critical role in advancing sustainable energy solutions, improving livelihoods, creating jobs, and fostering economic opportunities in Rwanda. Participants of the programme will receive subsidised pricing, making it more accessible to EPD’s membership base. EPD members can start enrolling in the Empowering Managers Programme in January 2025. For more information, please visit https://africanmanagers.com/programmes/empowering-managers-rwanda/

Back to News News Africa Africa's “Business Survival Bootcamp” is virtual medicine for businesses fighting off COVID-19 slump 7 Apr 2020 Nairobi, Kenya – The African Management Institute (AMI) has launched a free online learning programme aimed at helping Africa’s businesses and entrepreneurs survive the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19). The Business Survival Bootcamp , which includes a 90-minute kickoff webinar and two weeks free access to AMI’s learning platform, focuses on financial forecasting and cost management strategies to help businesses navigate emerging business challenges from COVID-19. In less than two weeks of offering the Business Survival Bootcamps, nearly 1,000 individuals have registered from over a dozen countries across Africa. “Africa’s entrepreneurs and businesses are facing a major threat to their livelihoods and services because of the important measures introduced to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Many are not sure how to respond,” said Rebecca Harrison, CEO and co-founder of AMI, which has shifted all programmes online and also launched a new 6-month paid virtual learning programme called Survive to Thrive . “Our free virtual Survival Bootcamps help business owners navigate the crisis and are one antidote to staving off the potentially disastrous effects of the pandemic on Africa’s businesses and economy.” The United Nations Development Programme recently projected that income losses in developing countries are expected to exceed $220 billion, also suggesting that half of all jobs could be lost across Africa . “At the moment managing cash is very important because I don’t know how long this pandemic will last,” said Kenyan entrepreneur Mary Onyango of Afro Accessories and a bootcamp participant. “This bootcamp has helped me understand where to focus and how to set my business up to survive the crisis.” The free virtual Business Survival Bootcamp programme includes: A 90-minute interactive webinar led by AMI’s expert business facilitators Online access to two of AMI’s practical tools within the company’s online platform to help implement what entrepreneurs learn in the webinar; A Risk Matrix Tool to help business owners generate potential coping strategies Cash Flow Projection Tool to help them manage business cash flows The opportunity to connect with other African entrepreneurs, who are also trying to navigate the challenges of COVID-19 Businesses and entrepreneurs can register for the webinars on AMI’s website at https://africanmanagers.com/covidwebinars/

Back to News Update Rwanda African Management Institute and the Mastercard Foundation Launch Resilience Prize to Celebrate Entrepreneurs in Rwanda 5 Apr 2022 The AMI Resilience Prize will acknowledge the milestones of AMI graduate entrepreneurs and the impact of their businesses on the community. The AMI Resilience Prize is open to all entrepreneurs who have completed AMI business programmes. The top six entrepreneurs from across the four provinces of Rwanda and the City of Kigali will each receive a cash prize of Rwf 1,000,000 and business support services from AMI. The African Management Institute (Rwanda) , in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation , has launched the AMI Resilience Prize to recognize and celebrate the resilience and impact of entrepreneurs who have completed AMI business programmes. When the Covid-19 pandemic started, AMI worked hard to support entrepreneurs to stay resilient and quickly adapt to changes. Since then, the African Management Institute engaged with over 2000 entrepreneurs in Rwanda to equip them with skills, practical tools, and knowledge to grow their businesses, increase revenues, and create jobs. Entrepreneurs who have completed AMI programmes, including the Business Survival Bootcamp, Survive to Thrive, Take Your Business Online or Grow Your Business, and made a remarkable impact within their businesses and communities, are eligible to apply for the AMI Resilience Prize. Five prizes will be awarded to entrepreneurs from the Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western provinces and the City of Kigali. The sixth prize, a People’s Choice award, will be given to the entrepreneur who receives the most votes from the public. “We are excited to celebrate the resilience and persistence of entrepreneurs through the AMI Resilience Prize. The prize will shine a spotlight on how companies have evolved after completing our programmes and the impact they have had. In addition to cash prizes, the top entrepreneurs will gain extended access to AMI’s business tools. I encourage entrepreneurs to apply and partners to join us in this campaign,” said Malik Shaffy, AMI Rwanda Country Manager. AMI partners with the Mastercard Foundation to provide supervisors and aspiring supervisors with hands-on management and leadership skills training. AMI also supports entrepreneurs to drive growth in their businesses and create employment opportunities. Eligible entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply for the AMI Resilience Prize by 11:59 PM (Kigali time) on 20th April 2022 to stand the chance of being rewarded as the top performing entrepreneurs in their respective categories. Learn more about the AMI Resilience Prize and apply at: www.africanmanagers.co m /ResiliencePrize For further information about the prize, or to enquire about how you can partner with the AMI Resilience Prize, please write to AMI at isabelle@africanmanagers.com or call our helpline at 1000. About African Management Institute The African Management Institute (AMI) enables enthusiastic businesses across Africa to thrive through practical tools and training. We equip entrepreneurs with tools to build their businesses, help companies train their teams and run work readiness programmes for young people starting their careers. AMI’s programmes combine online and mobile tools with in-person workshops and on-the-job practice and support. During the Covid-19 period, AMI has delivered fully virtual programming across the continent. AMI has worked with a range of businesses and organisations to support entrepreneurs and managers build and grow their businesses across Africa including Uber, Nestle, Radisson Blu, RwandAir, Mastercard Foundation, USAID, Shell Foundation and Equity Bank. AMI has directly trained more than 30,000 people in over 30 countries and has offices in Nairobi, Kigali and Johannesburg. About the Mastercard Foundation The Mastercard Foundation works with visionary organizations to enable young people in Africa and in Indigenous communities in Canada to access dignified and fulfilling work. It is one of the largest, private foundations in the world with a mission to advance learning and promote financial inclusion to create an inclusive and equitable world. The Foundation was created by Mastercard in 2006 as an independent organization with its own Board of Directors and management.

Back to News News Africa AMI’s 2022 Impact Report: The Resilience Factor 26 Sept 2023 What do Africa's ambitious businesses and entrepreneurs who continuously accelerate growth and foster grit, even in the most turbulent times, have in common? 'The Resilience Factor'. Our 2022 Impact Report is a tribute to the tireless dedication of these ambitious businesses, entrepreneurs, our partners and friends. Your unwavering collaboration and support have fueled our mission to empower African entrepreneurs and drive sustainable change. Through the power of skills development, we have witnessed incredible transformations. Jobs have been created, enabling individuals to improve their livelihoods. Local communities have been uplifted, and the ripple effect has strengthened entire systems. As we look to the future, we remain committed to expanding our reach and deepening our impact. Together, we can continue building an inclusive and thriving Africa, where entrepreneurship thrives and opportunities abound. Read More About Our Impact in 2022 https://africanmanagers.com/2022-impact-report/

Back to News News Kenya AMI and Kenya Pharmaceutical Association Sign Agreement to Boost Business Growth in Africa 24 Jan 2023 Nairobi, Kenya - The Kenya Pharmaceutical Association- Nairobi Branch (KPA) and the African Management Institute (AMI) has signed an agreement for KPA to become a recruiting partner for AMI's Kenya Grow Your Business program. Drawing from its membership portfolio of over 2,000 members in the Nairobi region, KPA will work with AMI to offer pharmaceutical business owners AMI’s flagship business growth programme for small to medium-size enterprises (SMEs). Kenya’s pharmaceutical market is valued at over $1 billion with SMEs such as pharmacies, distributors, manufacturers, and hospitals providing critical healthcare services across the country and region. The partnership will provide KPA-Nairobi Branch members with access to AMI's Grow Your Business six-month business growth programme, supporting participating businesses to target and achieve growth goals through practical training experiences, online learning, and networking opportunities. Enrollment in the programme will enable KPA members to access the practical tools and training they need to succeed and drive growth in their businesses. "We are thrilled to partner with the Kenya Pharmaceutical Association Nairobi Branch and offer their members access to our Grow Your Business program," said Harold Angila, Marketing Activation Specialist at AMI. "We believe that this partnership will be a catalyst for the growth and success of KPA Nairobi Branch members, and we look forward to working together to drive business growth in Africa." "We are excited to partner with AMI and offer our members access to their industry-leading Grow Your Business program," said Cletus Otieno, Branch Secretary of KPA- Nairobi Branch. "Our members are highly skilled pharmacists but not trained as business people. We believe that this partnership will provide our members with the tools and resources they need to run successful businesses. We look forward to working together to drive growth in the pharmaceutical industry in Kenya." AMI is a leading provider of practical tools and training for entrepreneurs and businesses across Africa. The organization's learning approach incorporates in-person workshops, on-the-job practice, and support, with practical online and mobile learning tools. To date, AMI has directly trained over 42,000 people in over 39 countries, with offices in Nairobi, Kigali, Dakar, and Johannesburg. The Kenya Pharmaceutical Association (KPA) is a professional association that was formed to secure the unity of Pharmaceutical Technologists in Kenya. The Association's mission is to improve the welfare of its members, promote high standards of pharmaceutical practice, and protect the public against professional misconduct or abuses of privileges by pharmaceutical practitioners. Registered in 1974, KPA boasts of a membership of about 2,000 spread throughout Nairobi and its environs. For more information about Grow Your Business Program, please visit https://africanmanagers.com/gyb/ Contact: [Harold Angila - 0111 341 618]

Back to News Update Africa 2023 Impact Report: AMI added $130M to African economies and impacted 1.5M livelihoods in first decade through support for 37,000 African businesses 12 Jun 2024 The African Management Institute (AMI) has released its 2023 annual impact report, titled 10 Years as An African Champion for Africa’s Business Champions , which highlights how Africa’s leading business and management learning company impacted 1.5 million livelihoods in the last decade through its support of 37,000 African businesses. The report underscores the impact of AMI’s practical learning programmes on business growth and job creation at scale across the continent, with 97,000 jobs created and $130 million in incremental small business revenue generated - with an outsized impact for youth and women. “Africa’s businesses and employees are the continent’s engines of growth and prosperity. Through our decade of providing Africa’s ambitious businesses with practical tools and training, we know that businesses grow faster and people perform better when they engage in practical business learning that can be immediately applied on the job,” said Rebecca Harrison, CEO and co-founder of AMI. “We’re particularly proud of our work with thousands of talented women business leaders across Africa. Our latest data shows women and youth outpace the average on all key business metrics, including revenue growth, job creation and access to finance.” AMI was founded in 2013 to address the lack of effective and scalable business and management learning for Africa’s ambitious business owners and teams. The report outlines lessons and stories from AMI’s high-impact model for business learning and growth support at scale. “We knew that traditional training couldn’t achieve real change. Our approach had to be obsessively focused on practice - providing business owners and their teams with practical tools to underpin the daily habits and behaviors needed to build strong companies,” emphasized Jonathan Cook, AMI’s co-founder and chairman. “In our first ten years, that’s what we’ve delivered and as Africa’s ambitious businesses continue to grow, we’re looking forward to the next decade of spurring further growth.” View the AMI 2023 Impact Report View Report in French Report Overview: Since 2013, AMI has: Resulted in SMEs generating $130 million in incremental revenue Reached 37,000 businesses with its practical training programs. Facilitated the creation of 97,000 direct and indirect jobs. Enabled an average annual revenue growth of 18% for businesses post-Covid Enhanced 1.46 million livelihoods across Africa Key Findings of the Report - 2023 Results Youth and Women-Owned Businesses: Women-owned businesses accounted for more than half of those supported. Women and young entrepreneurs outpaced men in nearly every growth metric: Spotlight on Women in 2023 50% of all participants and 51% of entrepreneurship program participants in 2023 were women. Women-led businesses created an average of 1.4 jobs each per year, surpassing the overall average of 1; 26% of jobs created were for women Women-led businesses had a median annual revenue growth of 20%, exceeding an overall average of 18%. Women-led businesses accessed higher finance amounts ($33,667) compared to male-led businesses ($26,833), with co-led businesses accessing even more ($45,737) Spotlight on Youth in 2023 81% of participants were youth (age 34 and below). Youth-led businesses achieved an annual revenue growth of 24.62%, significantly higher than the average Youth-led businesses also had a higher three-year CAGR at 20.23%. High Return on Investment: AMI delivers sector-leading impact and cost efficiency; For every $1 invested in an AMI programme, businesses generated $48 in revenue, with an estimated 25% of that directly enhancing employee incomes. In 2023 businesses in AMI programmes saw 18.69% median annual revenue growth The top 50 performing businesses created an average of 15.4 jobs each in 2023 and grew their revenue by an average of 169% in one year. MSMEs Access to Finance in 2023: 39.5% of participants accessed finance (an increase from 2022). 77% of those accessing finance obtained loans. Average finance amount was $30,800 (, with a median amount of $4,405). The range of finance raised was $33-$1.2 million. Entrepreneur Endorsed: 88% of entrepreneurs reported that they either would not have or may not have achieved their growth without AMI's support. About AMI The African Management Institute (AMI) enables ambitious businesses across Africa to thrive, through practical tools and training. AMI has reached more than 37,000 businesses and participants from over 39 countries across Africa have been trained and equipped by AMI to grow their business, improve leadership and management, and strengthen their teams. With offices in Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, and Uganda, the company has over 100 staff with a presence in 10 countries.AMI is a recognized leader in Africa’s business and management learning sector and was ranked by the Financial Times as the second fastest-growing company in the education category on the Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies 2024 list. Learn more about AMI at africanmanagers.com

Back to News News South Africa AMI partners with South Africa's Zevoli Growth Partners to deliver MSME Future Forge programme 4 Oct 2022 View the original press release The African Management Institute (AMI) has partnered with South Africa’s leading enterprise and supplier diversity advisory and project management firm, Zevoli Growth Partners to strengthen the performance of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) that support the mining sector with a comprehensive business development programme. Zevoli Growth Partners Managing Director and co-founder, Mpopi Khupe, says the company has joined forces with AMI to develop “ MSME Future Forge for Mining Supplier Diversity ” , a tailored programme specifically for early-stage and growth businesses looking to become procurement partners for mining houses. “While we provide the participating MSMEs with the business development support they need to become procurement ready, we also leverage partners like AMI for the learning and development component to co-create programmes and implement them on behalf of our mining clients,” says Khupe. To date, close to 100 MSMEs have completed the 10-month development programme, which is made up of three main components – mentorship and coaching; learning and development; industry specific compliance and tools and systems. Khupe notes that following the completion of the programme, most of the participating MSMEs were able to establish work and procurement relationships with the mining houses that sponsored the programmes, with some even doubling their revenue and hiring more people. Bridging the disconnect: Understanding corporate and MSME needs. She explains that the programme holds numerous benefits for both MSMEs and the corporate clients as it addresses the disconnect between the requirements of mining corporates, and the expectations of the MSMEs seeking to become providers. “For mining corporates, there is the tangible benefit of being able to proactively communicate their requirements from a supply chain localisation, compliance and technical capability perspective. This applies to any business with whom a mining corporate wants to work – they want to know that operationally, an MSME is running safely, efficiently and sustainably to enter into a medium- to long-term contract. There can’t be a risk of an MSME not being able to sustainably deliver on the contract,” says Khupe. “From the MSME’s side, there often isn’t an understanding of the hurdles they need to overcome to establish and sustain a working relationship with mining corporates. So when MSMEs are afforded the opportunity it’s critical that they are provided with the support to be able to deliver and continuously improve their service delivery.” Khupe adds that the programme ensures Zevoli Growth Partners properly understands the mining corporate’s needs and makes sure that they enable MSMEs to meet those needs before a procurement relationship is established. After its initial success, Zevoli Growth Partners and AMI plan to roll the programme out to MSMEs and mining companies in additional communities. Focus on practical tools Rebecca Harrison, Chief Executive Officer at AMI, says the company’s unique practical learning approach enables businesses to immediately implement tools and practices for improved resilience and growth. “AMI’s learning programmes provide busy business owners with practical tools, templates and resources that can be downloaded on-the-go and immediately implemented in the business, which leads to very tangible businesses impact, with businesses supported by AMI growing on average 35% in 2021 and created 4 new jobs each”. From a corporate Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) and service delivery perspective, you have two of the longest-standing and most capable businesses’ delivery teams coming together to deliver a uniquely powerful solution for MSMEs, and for corporates looking to provide practical solutions to the suppliers and entrepreneurs with whom they work.” she concluded. Visit Zevoli's website to learn more about the MSME Future Forge programme . Editorial contacts: Zevoli Growth Partners Brigitta Long Marketing Manager Tel: 0827829360 Email: brigitta@linkage.co.za Evolution PR Charlote Hlangwane Tel: 0768911464 Email: Charlote@evolutionpr.co.za About Zevoli Growth Partners Since 2014, Zevoli Growth Partners has been assisting corporates and MSMEs to unlock ‘shared value’ through custom built small business development programmes and initiatives that create the create the gateway to sustained participation in the formal economy for the selected MSMEs. We focus on MSMEs in rural, peri-urban and township areas, geographies where MSMEs often struggle to transition from development to access to markets as suppliers of corporates with a local presence in the communities in which they operate. Zevoli Growth Partners is a Level 1 B-BBEE 100% black female owned enterprise. About the African Management Institute (AMI) AMI is Africa’s business and management learning company enabling ambitious businesses and leaders across Africa to thrive, through practical tools and training. We equip leaders with tools to build their business, help companies build motivated and productive teams and workforces, and run work-readiness programmes and entry-level programmes for young people starting their careers. AMI’s programmes combine online and mobile tools with in-person workshops and on-the-job practice and support. AMI has directly trained over 42,000 people in over 39 countries. The company has offices and staff in Kenya, Rwanda and South Africa, with a presence in Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, and Uganda.

Back to News Update Rwanda The Development Bank of Rwanda and African Management Institute Enable Rwandan Businesses to be Resilient to Risk 26 Aug 2022 The Development Bank of Rwanda and the African Management Institute are working together to ensure businesses in Rwanda can face the future with confidence and be resilient to risk. Through this innovative partnership 32 entrepreneurs and their senior managers from 27 businesses across Rwanda have graduated from the AMI’s ‘Survive to Thrive’ programme, which supports entrepreneurs to protect their businesses against risk, navigate some of the pandemic challenges, and build resilience, and growth. As a result of the partnership, the entrepreneurs completed AMI’s four-month ‘Survive to Thrive ’ programme where they learned how to plan for and navigate around a range of challenges like reduced revenue and cash flow, they were taken through the dynamics of customers and market as well as learned how to plan for growth. All 32 graduates received their certificates of completion this morning at Lemigo Hotel, where they were able to meet and interact with representatives from the Development Bank of Rwanda and the Mastercard Foundation who fully covered the entrepreneurship programme under the Hanga Ahazaza Initiative. AMI’s business coaches and experts equipped the graduates with a wide range of business development knowledge and skills. They participated in high-impact capacity building sessions on effective business management, risk assessment as well as financial planning and reporting. Following the training, 94% of them reported an increase in revenue, 79% reported an increase in profit and 68% reported to have created jobs. “ Congratulations to all entrepreneurs who have graduated! In today’s business world, effective risk management plays a vital role. Our ‘Survive to Thrive’ programme provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity to Implement research-backed business practices that lead to growth. I am more delighted that this is the first in-person graduation under the Hanga Ahazaza Initiative since the beginning of the COVID19 Pandemic. We are delighted to have partnered with the Development Bank of Rwanda to support entrepreneurs and strengthen their business resilience. ” said Malik Shaffy, AMI Rwanda Country Manager. To ensure the programme attracts qualified applicants, BRD supported AMI’s outreach efforts and disseminated programme information to its wide network of entrepreneurs. Commenting on the partnership, Kampeta Sayinzoga, the Chief Executive Officer of the Development Bank of Rwanda said: “For many years, the Development Bank of Rwanda has provided innovative financial solutions to achieve sustainable socio-economic impact. Private sector businesses are the backbone of our economy, and we strive to ensure entrepreneurs have adequate skills and knowledge required to succeed whilst achieving their optimal potential. Partnering with the African Management Institute boosted our strategy to spur our technical assistance and business advisory to our valued stakeholders.” The graduation ceremony provided an opportunity for entrepreneurs to share insights on the skills and knowledge they gained from the programme and how it’s going to be beneficial for their businesses. “In the world of business today, you have to continuously learn to keep up with demand and competition. I’m grateful to the African Management Institute and the Development Bank of Rwanda for always empowering entrepreneurs in Rwanda,” - said Melanie Mukamugema, one of the programme graduates from Energy and Education. In addition to learning how to protect businesses against risks, beneficiaries of this partnership had access to a community of entrepreneurs who have successfully graduated from AMI programmes, networking events and will continue to benefit from AMI’s world-class business tools, and resources. About the African Management Institute The African Management Institute (AMI) enables enthusiastic businesses across Africa to thrive through practical tools and training. It equips entrepreneurs with tools to build their businesses, help companies train their teams and run work readiness programmes for young people starting their careers. AMI’s programmes combine online and mobile tools with in-person workshops and on-the-job practice and support. During the Covid-19 period, AMI has delivered fully virtual programming across the continent. AMI has worked with a range of businesses and organisations to support entrepreneurs and managers build and grow their businesses across Africa including Uber, Nestle, Radisson Blu, RwandAir, Mastercard Foundation, USAID, Shell Foundation and Equity Bank. AMI has directly trained more than 30,000 people in over 30 countries and has offices in Nairobi, Kigali and Johannesburg. For more information, visit africanmanagers.co m /rwanda . About the Development Bank of Rwanda The Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) Plc is the Rwanda’s only National Development Finance Institution with the mandate to support the development of the private sector with a focus on priority sectors aligned to the national strategic goals. The Bank which has marked 55 years of existence this year, has contributed to the country’s economic growth and development through financial and non-financial investments in key growth areas and progressively realigns itself to ensure relevance and enhanced value creation, competitiveness and sustainability of its operations. Through its financial and non-financial products and services the Bank supports small, medium and large enterprises directly or through other financial institutions to reach wider market base. For more information, visit www.brd.rw .