African entrepreneurship: editorial

Abstract

Africa is a diverse geographic area that has been influenced by historical, cultural and societal change. Recently more emphasis has been placed on understanding the role of entrepreneurship in Africa due to changing economic conditions and the rapid rise of African entrepreneurs in the global economy. This special journal issue includes a number of articles on diverse issues related to entrepreneurship in Africa both from the micro, macro and meso perspective. Thereby helping to understand in a holistic sense the need and usefulness of entrepreneurship for the continued growth of African both in a financial and non-financial way. This will help contribute to the literature and practice about African entrepreneurship.