Money Moves June 13, 2017 at 09:15 am

Young African Entrepreneurs Make Forbes Africa ’30 Under 30’ 2017 List

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Fredrick Ngugi June 13, 2017 at 09:15 am

June 13, 2017 at 09:15 am | Money Moves

Mike Chilewe Jr., Malawi

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Mike Chilewe Jr. says his successful entrepreneur Father taught him how to work hard. Eventually, Chilewe started selling his meal coupons, using the proceeds to start a small business selling blank CDs to fellow students. Chilewe, 27, is now the owner of Chilewe Brands Global, a pan-African diversified company involved in financial services, manufacturing, agriculture commodity trading, and commercial properties. He makes $2 million a year and employs 20 people.