New car market in Africa remains ‘very small’ Published by Staff Writer on 26 May 2014 A look at the used and new car markets in Africa.
Enterprising Africa: How to get young entrepreneurs going Published by Staff Writer on 25 May 2014 Youth encouraged to prioritise entrepreneurship ahead of job-seeking.
What One Acre Fund can teach us about supporting African small-scale farmers Published by Kate Douglas on 23 May 2014 “Instead of giving handouts, we invest in farmers to generate a permanent gain in income.”
‘30% of GDP in Africa not being measured properly’ Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 May 2014 Bank vice-president points out inaccurate and outdated economic statistics.
On the ground knowledge critical to expansion, says hotel group boss Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 21 May 2014 Protea Hotels is investing in projects across East Africa.
Kenya’s terror attacks – the way forward for tourism investment Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 20 May 2014 Despite attacks, Kenya’s tourism industry is “resilient”.
A look at funding SMEs for inclusive growth in Africa Published by Dapo Okubadejo on 20 May 2014 SMEs are drivers of the economy and inclusive growth.
Can corporate venture capital plug Africa’s funding gap? Published by Sean Ndiho Obedih on 16 May 2014 Sean Ndiho Obedih, founding partner of Sobek Ventures, discusses the potential for CVC in Africa.
EY’s seven tips for successfully executing growth strategies in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 May 2014 Planning, skilled staff, a sizable portfolio and partnerships are key.
Kenya’s wealthy spending more on pets Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 May 2014 Gilani Gourmet’s business is growing as more people are able to afford pets and better pet food.
Young Malian talks about impact investing in francophone Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 15 May 2014 Issam Chleuh sees opportunity for entrepreneurs to be innovators in Africa’s French-speaking countries.
New report reveals Africa’s fastest growing cities Published by Jaco Maritz on 14 May 2014 Africa has 52 cities with populations of 1m or higher – the same number as for Europe.
Why property developer sees potential in Mozambique’s Beira, Pemba and Nacala Published by Kate Douglas on 14 May 2014 Atterbury’s projects include mixed-use developments in Mozambique and malls in Ghana.
60 is the new 30: A new generation of entrepreneurs Published by Business Partners team on 14 May 2014 Older individuals, with their wealth of experience and knowledge, can successfully start their own businesses.
