Producers thinking outside of the box with British-Nigerian family sitcom Published by Jaco Maritz on 12 July 2011 Two young entrepreneurial TV producers are following an unconventional route in pursuit of their dream to produce a successful sitcom.
Get in tune with the rhythms of Africa, says Shoprite chairman Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 July 2011 Africa has its own idiosyncrasies and business people need to understand the environment, says Christo Wiese, chairman of South Africa-based Shoprite Holdings.
Diageo boss calls for balanced reporting on Africa’s opportunities and risks Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 July 2011 It is important for the media to paint an accurate picture of Africa’s business environment, both the opportunities and risks, says Nick Blazquez, president of Diageo Africa.
Nigeria should not be importing fertiliser, says billionaire businessman Published by Jaco Maritz on 9 July 2011 “There is no reason why Nigeria should be importing fertiliser,” believes Aliko Dangote, president of the Dangote Group.
Pam Golding chief shares his thoughts on Africa’s real estate market Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 June 2011 How we made it in Africa interviews Dr Andrew Golding, chief executive of South African real estate agency Pam Golding.
Why Standard Bank’s head of agric banking decided to relocate to Nigeria Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 June 2011 “The move was based on the market growth opportunity that exists in West Africa, and Nigeria specifically.”
Is the future of African agriculture in the hands of big business? Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 June 2011 “Unless governments and farmers in Africa start to view agriculture as a business, the continent will not be able to reach productivity levels found elsewhere in the world.”
Mobile banking proving popular in Botswana Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 June 2011 Mobile money and mobile banking are increasingly proving to be the ideal channels to access cash in Africa.
Can a new law restore sanity to Lagos’ rental market? Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 June 2011 Nigeria’s housing shortage – estimated to be between 14 and 17 million units – is strongly impacting property prices.
Multi-modal logistics solutions key to driving regional competitiveness Published by Jaco Maritz on 19 June 2011 “Solutions that optimise southern Africa’s end-to-end supply chain must be identified and critically, must be supported by cost effective and efficiency-driven infrastructure,” says Abrie de Swardt, IMPERIAL Logistics Marketing Director.
Made in Ethiopia: The story of Holland Car Published by Jaco Maritz on 14 June 2011 How we made it in Africa looks at the story behind Holland Car, Ethiopia’s first car assembly firm.
Why Pepsi is interested in African agriculture Published by Jaco Maritz on 10 June 2011 PepsiCo, one of the world’s largest food and beverages companies, is actively looking at engaging Africa’s agriculture sector as it transforms itself into a healthy foods company.
Mobile banking catching on in South Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 5 June 2011 Close to 2 out of every 10 South Africans are now using their phones to transfer cash to family and friends.
Irrigation can shield Africa’s farmers from the effects of climate change Published by Jaco Maritz on 5 June 2011 Until a few years ago, farmers in northern Ethiopia could count on the occasional moderate rain. These days there is either no rainfall or it is in the form of torrential downpours.
