It sounds like science fiction – how the personalised web could change your life Published by Michael Altendorf on 13 December 2013 Smartphones and other internet-connected devices could soon start predicting our movements, interests and habits.
Being a woman in business in Africa takes guts, says Coca-Cola foundation boss Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 December 2013 Coca-Cola recognises the benefit of empowering women in Africa.
Carl Bates on making a business about more than the founder Published by Kate Douglas on 12 December 2013 “Craftsmanship is about sustaining the small; it’s not about becoming a big organisation.”
How Mandela’s death could influence investment in South Africa Published by Bruce Donald on 11 December 2013 Economist Bruce Donald looks at the effects Mandela’s passing may have on South Africa’s economy.
How cereal maker Weetabix plans to grow its business in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 9 December 2013 Cereal maker Weetabix is cashing in on changing breakfast habits.
Mobile advertising in Africa: not there yet, but it should be Published by Kate Douglas on 6 December 2013 Advertisers have been slow to adapt to mobile technology.
Africa’s most expensive city: And the winner is… Published by Staff Writer on 5 December 2013 ECA International’s Cost of Living survey highlights the most expensive cities for expatriates.
Cross-border deal making in Africa expected to rise in 2014 Published by Kate Douglas on 5 December 2013 Report projects growth in number of M&A between companies in different African countries.
Eight reasons why foreign investors aren’t funding African entrepreneurs Published by Kate Douglas on 4 December 2013 Regulations, strong exchange control and small returns deter foreign investment in African startups.
A global view is essential when assessing the effects of US Federal Reserve tapering Published by Mohammed Nalla on 4 December 2013 The US Federal Reserve Bank’s quantitative easing programme has repercussions for South Africa.
The internet’s transformative potential in Africa Published by McKinsey on 3 December 2013 Growing internet penetration in Africa has wide-ranging effects, contributing to economic and social development.
London: The playground of rich Nigerians Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 December 2013 An article in British magazine Tatler describes the lavish lifestyles of wealthy Nigerians living in London.
Paul Kagame: A digital president leading a technology movement Published by Uwimana Basaninyenzi on 29 November 2013 An avid user of social media, Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame is pushing technological innovations.
Google tailors products to African markets Published by Kate Douglas on 28 November 2013 Most Africans access the internet via their phones, affecting how Google develops new services.
