Chinese labour in Africa: Soap sellers and bridge builders Published by Richard Poplak on 31 July 2015 Chinese workers are a manifestation of the globalisation that has transformed the world’s economies.
Telecoms tycoon Strive Masiyiwa on the role of woman entrepreneurs in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 29 July 2015 ‘Africa’s future growth is tied to the success of its women,’ argues Strive Masiyiwa.
Healthcare start-up connects rural patients with global network of specialists Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 29 July 2015 Health-E-Net gives patients in under-served areas access to high-quality medical second opinions.
Advanced technology increasingly shaping Africa’s financial sector Published by Staff Writer on 29 July 2015 The African financial services industry is rapidly evolving as a result of advancing technology which is fueling innovation and growth in the sector.
From local to global: Spur’s evolution into a pan-African restaurant franchisor Published by Kate Douglas on 27 July 2015 Spur Corporation is planning to expand to 100 restaurants in Africa (excluding South Africa) over the next five years.
Author Q&A: Coca-Cola’s success in Africa and the promising construction sector Published by Jaco Maritz on 27 July 2015 Aubrey Hruby, co-author of a new book ‘The Next Africa’, discusses US investment in Africa and why she would put her money in construction.
10 ways to finance Africa’s energy opportunity Published by Caroline Kende-Robb on 24 July 2015 Can we stave off catastrophic climate change while building the energy systems needed to power growth?
Africa: Home to the ultimate consumer experience of the future Published by Jake Bright and Aubrey Hruby on 23 July 2015 We believe that the consumer experience of the future in developed markets will be more like the one unfolding in contemporary Africa.
Meet the Boss: Pierre van Tonder, CEO, Spur Corporation Published by Kate Douglas on 23 July 2015 ‘I think we have some of the world’s leading entrepreneurs across the continent because they have to deal with adversity and different obstacles every single day.’
Investing in Africa: Shedding the developed market mind-set Published by Jake Bright and Aubrey Hruby on 23 July 2015 In order to compete, US companies will need to free themselves from the developed market mind-set and step out into the world as it truly is.
How technology is shaping thought leadership in Africa Published by Rimini Makama on 22 July 2015 Leadership is replacing ‘Africa rising’ as the new meme for Africa.
Survey sheds light on bribery and corruption in Africa Published by Roy Gillespie and Andisiwe Jele on 22 July 2015 Incidents of bribery have increased, but so has general awareness of anti-bribery compliance among organisations: these were some of the high-level findings of a recent survey conducted by ENSafrica.
Three young African women whose ideas are making a difference Published by Staff Writer on 17 July 2015 This year, there are also a number of strong women candidates for the Anzisha Prize who are defining their place in the world of social entrepreneurship. Here is a sample of them.
Infographic: The desktop is not yet dead – ordering food online in Africa Published by Justin Probyn on 16 July 2015 While most Africans use their mobile phones for entertainment purposes, studies have shown some still remain reluctant to do banking and payments on their handsets.