Africa highlighted as high potential market for technology companies Published by Staff Writer on 7 May 2015 Experts predict continued strong growth in the technology sector across Africa.
Allan Gray on finding investment opportunities in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 6 May 2015 Investing in Africa has its constraints, but the continent also presents a range of compelling opportunities.
Participating in the agricultural value chain can bring exponential returns Published by Staff Writer on 4 May 2015 The need for a business approach to farming is more important than ever.
Delivery is critical in e-tail transactions, says DHL Published by Staff Writer on 30 April 2015 E-commerce could account for 10% of retail sales in the African continent’s largest economies by 2025.
Financing a franchise: How to do it right Published by Staff Writer on 29 April 2015 There are numerous options available to fund a franchise, but each require careful evaluation and management.
Consumer demand will drive the next wave of African private equity investments Published by Staff Writer on 22 April 2015 KPMG’s Dapo Okubadejo argues US private equity houses are more bullish than European counterparts.
Starting a company at age 14? No sweat! Published by Staff Writer on 22 April 2015 Ugandan Noah Walakira was just 14 when he started Namirembe Sweater Makers, a community-based organisation that started off by manufacturing knitted jerseys for schools in Kampala.
Uncharted African regions and sectors offer growth opportunities for SMEs Published by Staff Writer on 16 April 2015 Five unexpected ‘boom towns’ and cities providing opportunities for African businesses.
The entrepreneur behind the schoolbag that transforms into a light at night Published by Staff Writer on 15 April 2015 Repurpose Schoolbags is an innovation made from ‘upcycled’ plastic shopping bags with built-in solar technology.
International trade: Three African countries join the list of red countries Published by Staff Writer on 9 April 2015 Globally, the increased concern around public safety has resulted in the intensification of security measures for transportation of goods internationally.
Then and now: A look at how past finalists benefited from the Anzisha Prize Published by Staff Writer on 8 April 2015 With the deadline for 2015 Anzisha Prize applications fast approaching, past finalists want to encourage entries for this year, and shared how they have benefited.
How DHL Ghana grew its retail footprint through innovative win-win partnerships Published by Staff Writer on 7 April 2015 DHL Express has been especially successful at growing its retail footprint in Ghana.
Avoid making foolish business mistakes Published by Staff Writer on 1 April 2015 Many start-ups do not survive due to the business owner making mistakes during the first few fragile years of operation.
Consumer demand and e-commerce to drive logistics industry in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 27 March 2015 DHL expects 2015 to be a year of growth for the logistics industry on the African continent.
