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Coast to Capital

Coast to Capital: Welcome to a New Chapter in East African Insight

Insights, Opportunities & Strategy Across East Africa


Whether you're exploring East Africa for the first time, expanding your investments across borders, or returning with a vision to build, Coast to Capital is here to guide, inform and inspire. This weekly blog series is your curated window into the region’s rapidly evolving business and investment environment — from the Swahili Coast to the inland capitals and innovation hubs.

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We chose this name to reflect the full spectrum of possibility in East Africa. From Mombasa to Nairobi, Dar es Salaam to Kigali, or Zanzibar’s coastlines to Kampala’s hills — there’s a dynamic flow of people, ideas, trade, and opportunity that deserves better storytelling. Coast to Capital captures this momentum and offers practical insight for those looking to navigate it wisely.

What You Can Expect Each Week

Every post will bring you:

  • Feature Insight – A deep dive into an industry, idea, or strategy shaping the region
  • City Spotlight – A focus on one town or city, unpacking its economic role, appeal, and potential
  • Market Snapshot – Quick takes on trade, investment, and entrepreneurship trends
  • Your Next Step – A recommendation, free resource, or guide to help you act on what you've learned


We write for a wide audience — from diaspora investors and local entrepreneurs to NGOs, digital nomads, and researchers — anyone who believes in the region’s potential and wants more clarity in navigating it.