Equatorial Guinea offering more opportunities than just oil Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 January 2014 The oil and gas industry has transformed the economy of Equatorial Guinea, a small Central African country with a population of less than 1m people.
Ego is a dangerous thing in business, says Ashish Thakkar Published by Jaco Maritz on 30 December 2013 Mara Group boss advises businesspeople to be humble and stay focused.
Six ideas to make a success of your African-based business in 2014 Published by Jaco Maritz on 19 December 2013 DHL country managers provide tips on doing business across the continent.
How Cape Town-based Funda wants to change the way we learn Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 December 2013 This business makes education accessible through online learning systems.
Note from the publisher: Taking stock of an interesting and highly successful year Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 December 2013 This year has been the biggest yet for How we made it in Africa as we work towards our goal of being the continent’s smartest and most interesting business publication.
How Laetitia Mukungu started her own farming business at the age of 14 Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 December 2013 Laetitia Mukungu is not your average teenager.
Cape Verde – a model for wind power, but Euro headwinds provide a challenge Published by Jaco Maritz on 5 December 2013 Tourism is the main driver of the West African archipelago’s economy.
Malawi-based entrepreneur has big plans for property listing site Pakwathu Published by Jaco Maritz on 4 December 2013 At the age of 21, Gonjetso Chinyama is the founder of Pakwathu, a website that allows users to search for properties in Malawi.
London: The playground of rich Nigerians Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 December 2013 An article in British magazine Tatler describes the lavish lifestyles of wealthy Nigerians living in London.
Why Niger might offer better opportunities for business than you think Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 November 2013 Niger boasts opportunities in the mining, retail and property industries.
Eight thoughts on growing your business from five to 50 people Published by Jaco Maritz on 27 November 2013 Strategies for entrepreneurs to scale their businesses and achieve sustainable growth.
Poultry demand in Africa likely to continue growing, but not all local producers are benefitting Published by Jaco Maritz on 26 November 2013 Poultry industry operators need the right business strategies to thrive in Africa.
Top US private equity players share their thoughts on investment in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 19 November 2013 Carlyle Group co-founder David Rubenstein highlights sub-Saharan Africa as a region for possible future investment.
Business opportunities opening up on remote island of St Helena Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 November 2013 St Helena officials hope the development of an international airport will grow the island’s economy.