Côte d’Ivoire seeking agribusiness partners Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 November 2014 Only 35% of Côte d’Ivoire’s cocoa is processed inside the country.
South African financing firm sees opportunity in private education Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 November 2014 Business Partners recently launched a dedicated education fund.
Meet the hard-working founder of South African footwear retailer Tekkie Town Published by Jaco Maritz on 19 November 2014 Even though he is the majority shareholder of one of South Africa’s largest unlisted retailers, Braam van Huyssteen still works long hours.
Which African countries will see the greatest growth in millionaires? Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 November 2014 Mozambique is anticipated to be the fastest growing African market for millionaires from 2013 to 2023.
Five ways to do better business with Africa’s small-scale farmers Published by Jaco Maritz on 6 November 2014 How Germany’s Bayer CropScience is courting small-scale farmers in Africa.
How Standard Chartered is using smartphones to understand Nigeria’s economy Published by Jaco Maritz on 31 October 2014 Accurate market data is often hard to come by in many African countries.
Emirates – the national airline of Africa? Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 October 2014 “There is always business to be done in Africa,” says Tim Clark, president of Emirates.
Blackstone’s Steve Schwarzman on Dangote and investing in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 22 October 2014 Blackstone CEO discusses the firm’s recent investment in Africa.
AirAsia’s Tony Fernandes sees opportunities for low-cost air travel in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 October 2014 “Connectivity between Africa and Asia is very poor. That is something I’d love to get into.”
How Strive Masiyiwa won his first mobile licence by recognising the informal economy Published by Jaco Maritz on 20 October 2014 “I understood the informal sector was real.”
Meet the Boss: Enase Okonedo, dean, Lagos Business School Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 October 2014 “I’m a strong advocate of work-life balance.”
Sisal production akin to ‘printing money’ suggests METL Group boss Published by Jaco Maritz on 16 October 2014 “Today the prices of sisal in the world are US$2,000 a ton, and my cost of production is $700 a ton.”
South African CEO sends unusual warning to Pizza Hut and Domino’s Pizza Published by Jaco Maritz on 14 October 2014 In a frank statement, Famous Brands CEO warns the two American pizza brands not to expect an easy ride in South Africa.
When will Africa host its first Olympics? Not likely before 2032 Published by Jaco Maritz on 14 October 2014 The International Olympic Committee says it would welcome any credible bid from an African city.
