Four ways to become a ‘business baobab’ in Africa Published by Acha Leke on 3 September 2019 The integration of Africa’s economies offers exciting opportunities for companies that craft bold yet wise geographic expansion strategies.
How can the African private sector woo China? Published by Jinghao Lu on 3 September 2019 By understanding what underlies Chinese overseas financing strategies, African private businesses may be better positioned to leverage Chinese finance.
Africa Deal Roundup: 15 noteworthy deals and announcements in August Published by Staff Writer on 2 September 2019 A selection of African private equity deal, fundraising and exit announcements that came across our desk in August 2019.
Raising Ghana’s land productivity can transform national economy Published by International Food Policy Research Institute on 26 August 2019 Although Ghana has done well with its minerals and cocoa exports, it has been less effective at producing more manufactured and nontraditional agricultural exports.
Africa from the inside: Will the continent’s trade fortunes change? Published by Hannah Edinger on 16 August 2019 Africa is often touted as the last continent still to industrialise.
Peeling back the layers on the role of private security companies in Africa Published by The Conversation on 16 August 2019 Private military and security companies are increasingly being contracted in Africa. But there are big gaps in understanding their impact.
Morocco tourism gains momentum Published by Hugo Bourhis on 9 August 2019 Morocco is on its way to becoming a premier destination for an increasing number of tourists.
How data science in and for Africa can blaze new trails Published by Wim Delva on 3 August 2019 Data science, led by Africa-based scientists, could play a key role in addressing all of the continent’s crucial needs.
Africa Deal Roundup: 15 noteworthy deals and announcements in July Published by Staff Writer on 2 August 2019 A selection of African private equity deal, fundraising and exit announcements that came across our desk in July 2019.
Major shifts in Nigeria’s consumer landscape Published by Staff Writer on 31 July 2019 ‘Competition for consumers’ wallets has never been tougher.’
Kenya’s avocado farmers eye Chinese market, but there’s a catch Published by Rael Ombuor on 22 July 2019 Kenya has signed a deal to export avocados to China, making it the only African nation to sell the fruit to the huge Chinese consumer market.
Guarded optimism on new Zimbabwe dollar Published by Nick Ndiritu on 15 July 2019 This past quarter, Zimbabwe reintroduced its national currency, reviving bitter memories of the hyperinflation period.
New Zim or not new Zim? Published by Ian Macleod on 13 July 2019 Is change really taking place in Zimbabwe? Or is it more of the same-old, same-old?
The business of sport in Africa: How to turn millions into billions Published by Victor Oladokun on 9 July 2019 Africa must run sports as a professional business.
