How Uber-style trucking businesses are changing long-haul transport in Africa Published by Franck Kuwonu on 30 July 2021 The businesses are modelled on an Uber-like approach where registered truckers and drivers are permanently connected and matched up with demand.
African airlines navigate turbulent skies Published by Franck Kuwonu on 27 December 2019 Aviation expert on what airlines need to do to remain competitive.
African entrepreneurs spot opportunity in green business Published by Franck Kuwonu on 19 August 2019 Innovative startups that address climate change, protect the environment and provide jobs.
China’s ‘Little Africa’ losing its allure Published by Franck Kuwonu on 4 August 2018 A downturn in a Chinese city once bustling with African traders and brokers.
Talking business with the ‘overachiever’ behind Cameroon’s locally-made drone Published by Franck Kuwonu on 23 April 2018 William Elong is looking at expanding into other countries in Africa, Asia and Europe.
Music: Nigeria’s new export Published by Franck Kuwonu on 17 April 2018 PwC projects Nigerian music sales revenues to reach $88m by 2019.
African airlines wait for open skies Published by Franck Kuwonu on 15 August 2017 African airlines must solve problems on their way to profitability.
DRC economy: The giant awakens Published by Franck Kuwonu on 8 August 2016 Despite conflict, investors continue to pour money into the Great Lakes region.
Abidjan regains it glamour Published by Franck Kuwonu on 19 April 2016 Spurred by Côte d’Ivoire’s current economic growth, the city is turning a corner.
Cashing in on the cashew nuts boom Published by Franck Kuwonu on 3 July 2015 The annual ‘money-harvesting’ season is in full swing in Côte d’Ivoire. For the fortunate cashew nut farmers in the central and northern parts of the country, February through June is harvest time.
