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This monograph explores the dynamic entrepreneurial landscapes of seven African nations Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zimbabwe, and the broader continent. Through vivid case studies and personal encounters, the author examines how cultural values, informal markets, and global influences shape business practices. From Dinapama Manufacturing in Namibia to livestock economies in Lesotho, and informal vendors in Mozambique and Botswana, this volume reveals the resilience and innovation driving African enterprise. Drawing on the scholarship of Léo-Paul Dana and development pioneers like Sivan Yari, it contrasts firm-type and bazaar economies, highlighting the role of relationships, networks, and mindset. Richly illustrated and deeply reflective, this book is essential reading for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners seeking to understand Africa s entrepreneurial spirit and its place in the global economy.
List of contents
1. Introduction.- 2. Entrepreneurship in the Republic of Botswana (formerly Bechuanaland).- 3. Entrepreneurship in the Kingdom of Eswatini (formerly Swaziland).- 4. Entrepreneurship in the Kingdom of Lesotho (formerly
About the author
Roberto P. Q. Falcão is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Universidade do Grande Rio (UNIGRANRIO) Management Graduate Program in Brazil. His research focus is on immigrant entrepreneurship, strategy, marketing, and small- and medium-size enterprise (SME). He has published articles in various international scholarly journals.
Eduardo P. Cruz is a Full Professor in the Department of Entrepreneurship and Management at the Universidade Federal Fluminense, Brazil. His research is mainly in immigrant entrepreneurship, decision theory, marketing, strategic planning, and finance. He has been published in various international scholarly journals.
Leo-Paul Dana is Professor of Management at Dalhousie University (Nova Scotia, Canada) and Visiting Professor at LUT School of Business and Management, Lappeenranta University of Technology (Finland). Professor Dana has been researching for and with indigenous people and in indigenous entrepreneurship. His work has been published in a variety of international scholarly journals.
Summary
This monograph explores the dynamic entrepreneurial landscapes of seven African nations—Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zimbabwe, and the broader continent. Through vivid case studies and personal encounters, the author examines how cultural values, informal markets, and global influences shape business practices. From Dinapama Manufacturing in Namibia to livestock economies in Lesotho, and informal vendors in Mozambique and Botswana, this volume reveals the resilience and innovation driving African enterprise. Drawing on the scholarship of Léo-Paul Dana and development pioneers like Sivan Yari, it contrasts firm-type and bazaar economies, highlighting the role of relationships, networks, and mindset. Richly illustrated and deeply reflective, this book is essential reading for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners seeking to understand Africa’s entrepreneurial spirit and its place in the global economy.
