How we made it in Africa is an independent business publication focused on the people building companies across the continent. Founded in 2010 and based in Cape Town, it produces in-depth interviews with entrepreneurs and investors, drawing out strategies, mistakes and market lessons behind growth in sectors such as consumer goods, agriculture, manufacturing, fintech and energy. The outlet serves African executives, founders and professionals, as well as international investors seeking on-the-ground perspective. Reporting is driven by original Q&As, company case studies and investor conversations, complemented by a weekly newsletter and partner-supported briefing posts. The publication is produced by Maritz Africa and led by founder and editor-in-chief Jaco Maritz, working with contributors in multiple countries. Recognition includes being shortlisted for Media of the Year at the 2011 Diageo Africa Business Reporting Awards and a Bronze in the Specialist Publisher category at South Africa’s 2013 Bookmarks awards. Extending its journalism into long-form, the team published the 2018 book How we made it in Africa: Learn from the stories of 25 entrepreneurs who’ve built thriving businesses. With a readership that reaches over one million people annually, the publication has become a reference point for practical, first-person insight into doing business in Africa. Its coverage is widely used by market entrants evaluating opportunities and by founders comparing playbooks across countries.