it's not going to be easy. But starting a business is not meant to be easy. #GES2016 #FoundersStories
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the challenges I have overcome have been a big motivator to build my company
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lack of infrastructure is the second biggest barrier for entrepreneurs in Africa.
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But when you get infrastructure it's then Taxed to DEATH so it becomes cost prohibitive, look at airport tax

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infrastructure comes in different forms & different needs for various business sizes and models.
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finding ways to overcome challenges are such a key part of your story
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you have to be agile and resourceful. Use what you got.
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#GES2016 Lack of access to market, poor roads and internet speed are the bane of entrepreneurial success in Africa. - 1 more reply
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- Limits growth. As Africans we find ways to get around it- be it power cuts, connectivity issues.
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Infrastructure challenges can be a major and costly restraint on ventures, often adding 50% or more to development costs.
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Lack of Infrastructure is lack of customers because without the right Infrastructure your service offering will not sell.
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FORGET IT! Even when they see it, if it's not what they're used to THEY WON'T BUY! U can't start new things in
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technologically people are moving away from the traditional way of thinking. If you have technology you can sell it.
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Infrastructure is a major component. Lack thereof can make or break. Be ready to be adapt
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Connectivity issues can also hurt communication
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Yet these challenges are also opportunities for the right entrepreneurs to solve multi-million dollar problems.
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