Warehousing entrepreneur shifts focus from Russia to Kenya Published by Kate Douglas on 22 May 2017 We interview Toby Selman about his big idea for grade-A warehousing in select African markets.
Global consumer themes combine with new technologies to create African opportunity Published by Standard Bank on 18 May 2017 A world of new consumer product, service and support opportunities are emerging on the continent.
As one door closes, could another open for Africa? Published by Joel Segal on 17 May 2017 The recalibration of the global trading system is a catalyst for Africans to make the big deals that will take our economies forward.
Assessing the state of South Africa’s agriculture sector Published by Wessel Lemmer on 16 May 2017 South Africa needs to dedicate more resources to strengthen the country’s agricultural production research in order to reap the benefits.
Nigeria: Finding opportunities where others fear to tread Published by Andrew Lapping on 16 May 2017 Allan Gray’s primary area of interest in Nigeria is the financial sector, where sentiment is truly extreme.
Drawing on the past to chart the future: How sub-Saharan Africa can return to growth Published by Abebe Aemro Selassie on 16 May 2017 Restarting the growth engine.
Why this private equity firm is betting on a Kenyan biscuit manufacturer Published by Kate Douglas on 16 May 2017 Opportunities in the biscuit business in Kenya and beyond.
Africa’s diversified FDI sources provide resilience Published by EY Africa on 16 May 2017 The US continued to be the leading investor in Africa, accounting for 13.5% of inward investment projects.
This simple energy solution for less than $2 a day Published by James Mwangi on 16 May 2017 Pay-as-you-go, off-grid solutions have been effective in dealing with the challenges of reaching the last mile – a task that is both expensive and logistically challenging.
Namibia is a winning tourist attraction, but could tap deeper into visitors’ wallets Published by Kate Douglas on 15 May 2017 Tourists travelling Namibia have to use their cash sparingly as it can be difficult to draw money at tourist destinations, and many shops and fuel stations only accept cash.
Megatrends impacting development in Africa Published by Edouard Messou on 12 May 2017 There are several significant trends that could offer new opportunities and benefits for the population, firms and governments.
What these business leaders would do if they ruled Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 11 May 2017 Five panellists were asked what their main priority would be if they become “president of Africa”. Here are their responses.
Art rides the turbulent winds of 2016, but returns remain impressive for those that stay the course Published by Staff Writer on 10 May 2017 Passion investments such as art can offer superior returns.
Which are Africa’s most competitive countries? Published by Anna Bruce-Lockhart on 9 May 2017 The best-performing African nations.
