Will fast-growing India be able to replace China’s demand for African commodities? Published by Kate Douglas on 9 February 2016 Expert Dr Anil Gupta shares his insight.
2016 Mining Indaba: Delegation numbers down, deal interest up Published by Kate Douglas on 5 February 2016 According to the Indaba’s MD, this year’s event is recording increased investor interest in mining deals and, surprisingly, even greenfield projects.
How to capture Africa’s $152bn consumer packaged goods opportunity Published by Kate Douglas on 3 February 2016 Accenture estimates companies can unlock billions in the market by leveraging digital ecosystems and mobile applications.
How players are powering a Lagos football pitch one step at a time Published by Kate Douglas on 2 February 2016 We talk to the man behind this kinetic energy technology to find out how it compares to other renewable energy solutions, and the future it has on the continent.
AfDB president shares four ways to reduce Africa’s exposure to global volatility Published by Kate Douglas on 29 January 2016 Global headwinds exist because of the nature of Africa’s growth over the last decade, says Akinwumi Adesina.
Start-up snapshot: Helping Nigerians bypass red-tape with online legal services Published by Kate Douglas on 28 January 2016 Three women aim to make business-related legal processes simpler and less time-consuming via their online portal, DIYlaw.
Competing for FDI: How do Africa’s economies compare with other emerging markets? Published by Kate Douglas on 26 January 2016 What effect will global headwinds have on Africa’s foreign investment inflows, and how do its leading economies compare to other emerging markets?
Bob Diamond snatching up African banks despite the sector’s dismal outlook Published by Kate Douglas on 22 January 2016 While the new Barclays CEO is looking at selling off the bank’s African operations, the former CEO is more optimistic about the sector.
Uncertainty surrounding naira impacting Nigerian foreign investment Published by Kate Douglas on 22 January 2016 Investors are becoming increasingly wary of putting money in a market which they believe is on the brink of devaluing its currency.
Do what you can, now! Drone pioneer on starting three companies before 30 Published by Kate Douglas on 20 January 2016 ‘I’ve seen far too many start-ups spend more time looking for money than actually just getting on with it, and doing it with what they have.’
Economists share their 2016 outlook for Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 19 January 2016 We speak to a number of economists about their outlook this year for three of sub-Saharan Africa’s major economies.
Two former street vendors on starting their township construction company Published by Kate Douglas on 15 January 2016 We talk to South Africans Sihle Ndlela (25) and Simphiwe Majozi (26), the entrepreneurs behind Majozi Bros Construction.
African private equity in 2016: What effect will the global economic climate have? Published by Kate Douglas on 14 January 2016 Currency risks have impacted investment into African listed markets, but what does it mean for private equity on the continent?
Q&A: PR player shares how the industry in Africa differs to elsewhere Published by Kate Douglas on 13 January 2016 ‘Particularly in Africa, it simply isn’t enough to rely on the media to influence your stakeholders.’
