Greater risk appetite for investment in sub-Saharan African equities, say experts Published by Kate Douglas on 4 February 2013 There is currently a greater risk appetite for Africa, particularly for investment in equity markets, says Edem Lassey, an analyst at Investec.
Interview: The woman behind food delivery company Mama Meals on Wheels Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 February 2013 “If you are in the food business, you will make money as long as you give good quality,” says Naisiadet Mason.
Which African cities will see the most growth over the next five years? Published by Jaco Maritz on 31 January 2013 Companies looking to expand into Africa should seriously consider setting up shop in Accra, Lusaka and Luanda.
Kenya’s outdoor advertising industry is booming, thanks to brand competition and elections Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 30 January 2013 It is a season of good business for outdoor advertising companies in Kenya.
New African leadership demands blending of young and old Published by Martin Ganda on 30 January 2013 In order to compete in the global market, Africa must tap into its supply of intelligent, eager young people for future leaders.
AFCON sponsor Orange sees Africa as a key growth opportunity Published by Kate Douglas on 29 January 2013 “Many countries still have below average mobile penetration rates, which means that there is strong growth potential.”
Interview with Somali businessman Abdirashid Duale Published by Jocelyne Sambira on 29 January 2013 “Somalis are by nature entrepreneurial, which explains the recent increase in investment in Mogadishu and other parts of Somali territories.”
Google chairman Eric Schmidt shares his thoughts on Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 January 2013 Nigerians are a nation of entrepreneurs; while Nairobi has established itself as a technology hub, says Eric Schmidt, chairman of Google.
Is investing in Africa a good bet? Published by Joe DeCapua on 26 January 2013 Many sub-Saharan countries have had sustained economic growth. But conflict, political instability and weather extremes in some areas may keep investors away.
‘African software developers need a dose of realism in their ambitions’ Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 26 January 2013 Microsoft is working with African developers to boost the development of software solutions by Africans for Africa.
Why Tanzanian farmers don’t sell what they produce Published by Jacques Morisset on 25 January 2013 About three out of four households report to have agriculture as their main activity. Even urban households are still involved in crop production.
Six African companies with a shot at becoming global leaders Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 January 2013 Boston Consulting Group has identified six African companies that are shaping themselves into global champions.
Interview: The company behind the Lagos version of Monopoly Published by Kate Douglas on 23 January 2013 How we made it in Africa speaks to Nimi Akinkugbe, CEO of Bestman Games.
AccessKenya MD shares his thoughts on the IT industry and listing on the NSE Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 January 2013 How we made it in Africa talks to Jonathan Somen, co-founder and managing director of data and IT services company AccessKenya.
