More to Mauritius than cocktails and turquoise waters Published by Jaco Maritz on 8 January 2013 How we made it in Africa publisher Jaco Maritz shares his thoughts on Mauritius.
Foreign investors cautiously optimistic about Africa, says risk expert Published by Jaco Maritz on 4 January 2013 How we made it in Africa talks to Alkan Shenyuz, managing director at Veventis, about risk and foreign investment into the continent.
Bamboo – the timber of the 21st century? Published by Jaco Maritz on 12 December 2012 Growing demand for wood products has led to deforestation across the world. One innovative company is, however, looking to reverse this trend while at the same time turning a profit. The answer? Bamboo.
Africa’s consumer story has legs, but needs better understanding Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 December 2012 David Cowan, a senior economist for Africa at Citigroup, believes there needs to be a better understanding of the continent’s growing middle class.
New exclusive banking service for Kenya’s rich Published by Jaco Maritz on 5 December 2012 “Our aim is to bring exclusivity back to banking.”
Savannah Fund’s Mbwana Alliy outlines what he looks for in a startup Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 December 2012 Mbwana Alliy, managing partner of the Savannah Fund, is looking to invest in high growth, high risk startups.
China-Africa trade hits new highs, but there is reason to worry Published by Jaco Maritz on 30 November 2012 Trade between Africa and China are at all time highs, but the terms are mostly dictated by China.
M-Shwari: Kenya takes another step towards boosting financial inclusion Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 November 2012 “M-Shwari is a transformational service: saving is no longer the privilege of an elite.”
‘Africa rising’: TIME magazine agrees with The Economist Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 November 2012 Last year The Economist caused quite a stir when it came out with a cover titled ‘Africa rising’. Now TIME magazine has done exactly the same.
How Burger King came to sub-Saharan Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 15 November 2012 The story of how Burger King came to sub-Saharan Africa started at a horse race in Dubai.
Five critical success factors for investment into Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 12 November 2012 “There is no template for doing business in Africa. One can also clearly not base one’s investment decisions on data from a spreadsheet.”
Five things you should know about East Africa’s massive gas discoveries Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 November 2012 Large gas discoveries off the East African coastline could be a major economic boost. However, prosperity is by no means a given.
Celebrated Ethiopian footwear brand opens first outlet in Taiwan Published by Jaco Maritz on 5 November 2012 Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu is one of Africa’s most celebrated businesswomen. The international media seemingly can’t get enough of this founder of soleRebels.
A busy year for producers of British-Nigerian sitcom ‘Meet the Adebanjos’ Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 October 2012 The past year has been a busy one for the small team behind ‘Meet the Adebanjos’. Numerous television deals have been signed and the show has also been adapted for the stage.
