North Asia’s engagement of Africa: China

Published by Otavio Veras on 10 December 2018

In less than two decades, China became one of the most important trading partners and largest financier of infrastructure projects in Africa.

Unpacking South Korea’s engagement with Africa

Published by Otavio Veras on 6 September 2018

Hyundai Motors, LG Electronics, Samsung and Posco Steel are only a few examples of South Korean companies expanding in the African market.

Japan’s engagement with Africa shows a long-term commitment to the continent

Published by Otavio Veras on 23 August 2018

Japan’s strategy on Africa appears to be more holistic than that of China.

Urbanisation in sub-Saharan Africa: Access to electricity

Published by Otavio Veras on 19 July 2018

The centrepiece of the evolution of any city is access to electricity.

Could liquefied natural gas be Mozambique’s golden goose?

Published by Otavio Veras on 24 May 2018

The discovery of immense natural gas reserves creates hope that the economy will improve dramatically.

Urbanisation in sub-Saharan Africa: Driving demand for affordable housing

Published by Otavio Veras on 14 May 2018

The fastest-growing urban centres are the small towns with less than 300,000 people.

Urbanisation in sub-Saharan Africa: City master plans

Published by Otavio Veras on 13 April 2018

By 2030, cities in sub-Saharan Africa will be home to 715 million people, or 47% of the population.

Mining issues in Africa: Private sector stakeholders share their views

Published by Otavio Veras on 21 September 2017

Africa Mining Day gathered six high profile figures to talk about mining exploration and production.

Case study: How this Singapore tech company built a thriving business in Africa

Published by Otavio Veras on 14 July 2017

‘For an SME to thrive in Africa, it will need people with a sense of adventure and not pampered employees that are used to luxury comforts,’ says ICT company.

What Africa can expect from the US in foreign policy

Published by Otavio Veras on 11 May 2017

African nations will find a position of strength by working together, as economic blocs.

Smart cities in Africa: Nairobi and Cape Town

Published by Otavio Veras on 10 April 2017

All successful smart cities benefit from the monetisation of municipal services.

Agriculture in Africa: Potential versus reality

Published by Otavio Veras on 21 February 2017

The low productivity levels of agriculture in Africa have resulted in a worrisome scenario: it does not meet the growing demand for food from urban centres.