Western criticism of China in Africa questioned at WEF Published by Kate Douglas on 9 May 2014 “So if China is not a good business partner for Africa, why is it a good business partner for the west?”
Why business leaders make the effort to attend the WEF on Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 8 May 2014 Is going to the WEF going to solve all of Africa’s problems? No, but it does provide a platform for discussion.
Women lag in youth entrepreneurship in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 7 May 2014 Over two-thirds of applications to this year’s Anzisha Prize were by men.
How Nigeria’s GDP rebasing benefits Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 6 May 2014 Nigeria’s new status as Africa’s largest economy has a number of positive implications for the continent.
What should the WEF on Africa address? Business leaders share their thoughts Published by Kate Douglas on 5 May 2014 African business leaders speak about what they hope the World Economic Forum on Africa will address this week.
There’s no place on earth like Lagos, says founder of online property marketplace Published by Kate Douglas on 2 May 2014 Canadian Allie Morse moved to Lagos a year ago and talks about living and renting in the bustling city.
Lawyer shares five pieces of advice for companies expanding into Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 30 April 2014 From market research to finding a good lawyer, Jacqueline Musiitwa shares her advice to foreign businesses.
Splitting the tab: Sharing space makes work easier for entrepreneurs in Lagos Published by Kate Douglas on 25 April 2014 “Co-working spaces are a breeding ground for innovation,” says CapitalSquare founder.
Africa’s richest man makes Time’s 100 Most Influential People list Published by Kate Douglas on 24 April 2014 Nigerian Aliko Dangote praised for his contribution to business and healthcare.
Social media in Nigeria – mobile chat dominates Published by Kate Douglas on 23 April 2014 A recent report highlights social media trends in Africa’s biggest economy.
Potato chip manufacturer talks about getting Nigerians to buy local Published by Kate Douglas on 22 April 2014 “We as Nigerians always believe that foreign brands are better than locally made brands… which poses a challenge to us.”
From New York to Lagos: The inspiration behind a new taxi app in Nigeria Published by Kate Douglas on 16 April 2014 The Easy Taxi Nigeria app links customers with reputable drivers in Lagos and Abuja.
Why a former doctor decided to start an online supermarket in Nigeria Published by Kate Douglas on 15 April 2014 “Gloo.ng is an outpouring of affection to my wife, and by extension, to all our target users,” says founder.
Entrepreneur talks about launching the first Egyptian co-working space Published by Kate Douglas on 14 April 2014 “If you have an idea and are passionate about it, just do it,” says founder of The District.
