MIT Kuo Sharper Center for Prosperity and Entrepreneurship
Case Studies
Our case studies offer a deep dive into the real-world application of entrepreneurial principles and innovation strategies in global growth markets. Each case study meticulously documents the journeys of impactful ventures, highlighting their successes, challenges, and the strategies that propelled them forward. These case studies serve as valuable resources for understanding the dynamics of entrepreneurship in diverse contexts, providing practical insights and lessons learned. Discover how our fellows and partners are creating meaningful change and driving prosperity through their innovative ventures.
Print cases:
- Aspiring Minds in India; Employment Services
- Bridge International Academies in Kenya; Education [video also available]
- Computer Warehouse Group in Nigeria; ICT
- Fula & Style in Senegal; Fashion Industry
- iDiscoveri in India; Education
- LaGray Chemical Company in Ghana; Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
- Luminous in India; Energy
- MAX in Nigeria; Transportation and Logistics
- mSurvey in Kenya; Customer Analytics [video also available]
- Sanergy in Kenya; Sanitation and Consumer Products
- Soko in Kenya; Fashion and Manufacturing
- Teatulia in Bangladesh; Agriculture and Consumer Products
- Yolia in Mexico; Medical Devices
Hedging Currency Risk Workshop Outcomes Report
Persistent currency depreciation in Africa during recent years has placed significant strain on the operating environments of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), including their access to finance. Several economies experienced double-digit devaluations in less than five years, which in turn took a ...
Navigating Currency Volatility White Paper
In October 2024, the Legatum Center for Development Entrepreneurship at MIT conducted a two-day workshop titled "Hedging Currency Risk: Innovative Lending Strategies for SMEs in Africa." The workshop brought together a diverse group of entrepreneurs, investors, economists, and thought leaders to tac...
What's Next for Africa White Paper Nov. 2024
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The story of Africa has long been one of resilience, innovation, and adaptability: from the architectural marvels of the ancient Egyptian pyramids to the invention of mathematics in the Kingdom of Mali, the Continent has been characterized by significant achievements and contributions to global hist...
Preserving Mission after IPO at CIRA
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The Kallas are a mission-driven family. Dr. Hassan El Kalla founded CIRA in the early 90s with the mission of transforming Egypt bottom-up, student by student. He believes that Egypt’s greatest resource is its people and that quality, accessible education has the power to create generations of probl...