Seven reasons why most startup businesses fail Published by Jaco Maritz on 22 April 2014 Kenyan entrepreneur Sriram Bharatam shares his thoughts.
Carlyle private equity fund eyeing investments linked to emerging middle class Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 April 2014 The Carlyle Group has seen greater than expected investor interest in a fund focused solely on sub-Saharan Africa.
Yes, Nigeria is Africa’s biggest economy, but don’t expect a quick buck Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 April 2014 Investors interested in Nigeria should be prepared, and be in it for the long term.
Gossy Ukanwoke – Nigeria’s online university pioneer Published by Jaco Maritz on 15 April 2014 Offering courses in a variety of subjects, Beni American University students access all material online.
Domino’s Pizza coming to Southern Africa: What you need to know Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 April 2014 Domino’s is another US fast food brand entering the African market.
Innovating in Nigeria’s commercial hub Lagos Published by Jaco Maritz on 10 April 2014 To get around traffic problems in Lagos, DHL Express transports express cargo via boat.
Is Facebook planning to use drones to connect Africa? Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 April 2014 Facebook might soon be providing internet access to rural parts of Africa through high-altitude drones.
Nigeria overtakes South Africa as continent’s largest economy Published by Jaco Maritz on 6 April 2014 After months of speculation, Nigeria today officially overtook South Africa as the largest economy on the continent.
What investors think about private equity in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 4 April 2014 A report shows investors are increasingly willing to back African-focused private equity funds.
‘We didn’t cancel a single flight during the crisis,’ says DHL Mali country manager Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 April 2014 “Mali has gone through a difficult time. It is getting back slowly.”
From phones to fashion to rice: Online shopping gaining traction in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 27 March 2014 A number of companies are vying to become the Amazon of their respective territories.
Don’t ignore Nigeria’s smaller neighbour Benin Published by Jaco Maritz on 20 March 2014 Consulting firm A.T. Kearney has ranked Benin as the 11th most attractive market for retailers in Africa.
Sub-Saharan Africa’s top five retail markets Published by Jaco Maritz on 19 March 2014 The African Retail Development Index highlights markets that hold potential for growth in retail.
German agriculture boss endorses foreign investment in African farming Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 March 2014 “I don’t think you have a region in the world with a bigger opportunity than Africa,” says agribusiness boss.
