Nigeria’s businesses struggle to stay afloat Published by Chika Oduah on 17 January 2017 Nigeria is facing its worst recession in two decades.
Why this Kenyan logistics firm resumed business in South Sudan Published by Kate Douglas on 23 December 2016 Conflict in Africa’s youngest country caused the company to suspend operations earlier this year.
Seven tips all entrepreneurs need before launching a start-up Published by Avid Larizadeh Duggan on 18 October 2016 ‘Brace yourself, as this is a long game.’
How constructive feedback can take business to the next level Published by Press Office on 12 October 2016 With a little know-how, managers can give practical and constructive criticism to benefit all parties involved.
Business-to-business market in Africa to show $1 trillion growth by 2025 Published by Justin Probyn on 16 September 2016 Report: B2B services represent a larger opportunity than consumer market.
Show appreciation to get most out of customers, employees, suppliers Published by Quinton Douman on 16 September 2016 People who feel appreciated perform better.
McKinsey: African companies with women leaders earn 20% more Published by Kate Douglas on 9 September 2016 Here’s what companies can do to improve their gender balance.
Equatorial Guinea champions trade facilitation in Central Africa Published by Press Office on 9 September 2016 As a preliminary step to reform the business environment, Equatorial Guinea’s prime minister’s office has issued an executive order as of 7 September dramatically reducing the registration process from 15+ procedures to four simple steps.
A balance of power is the key to effective negotiations Published by Quinton Douman on 8 September 2016 Three ways to set yourself apart from competitors
How to build winning businesses in Africa: 10 minutes with Massmart Published by Martyn Davies on 6 September 2016 Talking business with Massmart’s chairman Kuseni Dlamini.
Seven unique challenges businesses face in Africa Published by Press Office on 25 August 2016 Despite the opportunity that exists for companies expanding or investors putting money into Africa, the continent has a number of unique challenges to overcome.
Flaviana Matata: Tanzanian model polishes up her business skills Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 5 August 2016 ‘You can’t do modelling forever because eventually you hit an age where it becomes hard to get jobs.’
Cost-cutting ideas for savvy business Published by Press Office on 1 August 2016 Business owners are constantly under pressure to reduce costs. But the things that are losing your business money might not be what you expect.
Liberia: Starting a business in an environment with capacity constraints Published by Tianna Sherman-Kesselly on 3 July 2016 Starting a business is already a daunting task; beginning a business in a ‘least developed country’, well, that’s not meant for the faint of heart.