Meet the Boss: Olivier Jacquin, CEO, Mangalis Hotel Group Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 July 2017 ‘Surround yourself with the right people to help deliver your vision.’
The journey so far: Lexi Novitske, principal investment officer, Singularity Investments Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 June 2017 Talking tough situations and untapped business opportunities with Nigeria-based investor.
Shopping malls and sugar cane: Investing in Angola’s economic diversification Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 June 2017 The recent plunge in the price of oil has again highlighted the need for Angola to diversify its crude-dependent economy.
Profit-making idea: Potential for construction companies along Mozambique’s Nacala corridor Published by Jaco Maritz on 27 June 2017 New logistics corridor offers business opportunities.
Fintech: Africa’s payments and remittances space becoming crowded Published by Jaco Maritz on 19 June 2017 Talking fintech trends with Tom Jackson, founder of Disrupt Africa.
Doing business in South Sudan: Advantage in being a first-mover Published by Jaco Maritz on 8 June 2017 Kris Mbaya, MD of UAP Old Mutual in South Sudan, sees opportunities for more property developments.
Local sourcing: A multi-billion dollar opportunity for companies in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 May 2017 Executives from Heineken and Unilever weigh in on the next big opportunity for Africa’s private sector.
Seven things to know about how Kenya’s emerging affluent manage their money Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 May 2017 Owning property is a significant objective, but saving for their children’s education is an even greater priority.
Investors need to approach Nigeria with caution Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 May 2017 Chris Newson, director for Africa private markets at Investec Asset Management, shares his thoughts on the Nigerian economy.
Property opportunities in Africa: What we can learn from Mara Delta’s portfolio Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 April 2017 What Mara Delta’s investments reveal about opportunities in Africa’s property sector.
Nigeria: Don’t worry about short-term economic volatility, says MTN chairman Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 April 2017 ‘It is still a very important market, almost 170 million people,’ says Phuthuma Nhleko.
Profit-making idea: What do dried egg yolk, sorbitol and sodium sulphate have in common? Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 April 2017 Import substitution opportunities identified at Africa CEO Forum.
Expanding into Africa through a franchise model: The experience of Soda King Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 April 2017 This case study unpacks Soda King’s experiences of building a pan-African franchise business.
Ghana power plant a template for Africa investing in Africa, says fund manager Published by Jaco Maritz on 4 April 2017 The Kpone independent power plant is anticipated to play an important role in meeting Ghana’s growing electricity demand.