Eight factors to consider when purchasing a franchise Published by Staff Writer on 9 July 2013 It is important that entrepreneurs do in-depth research before investing in a franchise.
‘Inclusive business is the key to Africa’s economic growth’ Published by Staff Writer on 2 July 2013 “Africa needs to re-dream business, including more people, encouraging people to be more economically active and redistributing wealth in novel ways.”
High operating costs impact customer service in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 4 June 2013 High operating costs in emerging countries are arguably the biggest factor inhibiting the proper servicing of consumers.
Proprietary research and on-the-ground presence key to private equity success in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 29 May 2013 “Placing too great an emphasis on official statistics when making decisions about frontier markets like sub-Saharan Africa could mean that planned outcomes are not achieved.”
Economic growth in Africa provides opportunity for SMEs Published by Staff Writer on 23 May 2013 African entrepreneurs operate in a more challenging environment and therefore need to be more creative and resilient in order to make their businesses succeed.
South African entrepreneurship falls to new low, lagging behind the rest of Africa Published by Staff Writer on 24 April 2013 Entrepreneurial activity in South Africa has seen a dramatic fall.
Surviving economic anarchy – five strategic steps to growth Published by Staff Writer on 19 April 2013 Five steps towards thinking strategically to enable growth in tough times.
African private equity funds outperformed US venture capital over last decade Published by Staff Writer on 9 April 2013 A new index of institutional-quality private equity funds in Africa posted an 11.2% annualised return.
Microsoft’s innovative solution to provide internet access to Africa’s rural areas Published by Staff Writer on 4 April 2013 Using TV white spaces and solar-powered towers, rural locations in Africa can have access to broadband.
How to increase sales in a tough economic environment Published by Staff Writer on 27 March 2013 In the current challenging economic environment, SME owners need to do what they can in order to keep their heads above water.
Why agriculture hubs are the best way to grow African farming Published by Staff Writer on 26 March 2013 “Agricultural hubs are the best way to pull together funding, technology and expertise to help countries organise production.”
Ten ways that companies can mitigate risk in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 18 March 2013 There are a number of potential issues and risks that could impact on companies doing, or planning to do, business in Africa.
Five things first-line managers should know today Published by Staff Writer on 27 February 2013 Often, first-line managers are promoted into management without really knowing where to start.
DHL Express triples its network in sub-Saharan Africa Published by Staff Writer on 25 February 2013 Express company expands footprint from 300 to more than 1,000 DHL Service Points within six months.