Standard Bank remains upbeat about Angola’s recovery from oil price fall Published by Staff Writer on 14 May 2015 Angolan government’s quick action and improved capital market access, helps it recover from oil price decline.
Five tips for success by Africa’s top young entrepreneurs Published by Staff Writer on 13 May 2015 Entrepreneurship is challenging, and even more so in Africa. Here are tips from some leading young innovators on the continent.
Cameroon: ‘Africa in miniature’ offers a diversity of business opportunities Published by Staff Writer on 11 May 2015 A growing population, rapid urbanisation and rising incomes offer various opportunities for consumer-focused companies.
South Africa’s fastest growing cities for millionaires Published by Staff Writer on 8 May 2015 Durban has seen a 200% growth in the number of millionaires living in the city since 2000.
The rise of the 'momtrepreneur' Published by Staff Writer on 7 May 2015 Female entrepreneurs are increasingly reshaping the global entrepreneurial landscape.
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.
