Nigeria’s businesses struggle to stay afloat Published by Chika Oduah on 17 January 2017 Nigeria is facing its worst recession in two decades.
Influencer marketing: How Kenyan brands are partnering with celebs and bloggers Published by Nelly Murungi on 17 January 2017 Lately Kenyan brands have been partnering with influencers to connect to customers in authentic ways.
2017 outlook for Africa – threats or opportunities? Published by Richard Li on 16 January 2017 2017 will be a critical year for Africa.
Africa doesn’t need another mega mall, says property expert Published by Kate Douglas on 12 January 2017 ‘I think over the next 18 to 24 months, there will be a reset within the industry, in terms of the way forward.’
Gabon counts on football tournament to help boost economy Published by Moki Edwin Kindzeka on 12 January 2017 Business owners hope that AFCON 2017 will revive interest in Gabon as a tourist destination.
Africa’s trade potential: Challenges and implementation of free trade agreements Published by Adefolake Adeyeye on 10 January 2017 Africa needs to boost its trading prospects, both regional and global.
African footballers face sobering reality, dashed hopes abroad Published by Moki Edwin Kindzeka on 10 January 2017 Many African youngsters dreaming of becoming wealthy football stars abroad face an uphill battle, a new report finds.
Introducing the eCFA: A digital currency for French-speaking west Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 10 January 2017 Once fully implemented, it will operate alongside the region’s fiat hard currency, the CFA, as legal tender.
Mixed realities of African retail Published by Rafiq Raji on 10 January 2017 Is the African retail opportunity over-hyped? Not necessarily. But the huge potential envisaged is still a long way out.
Trump effect on African oil Published by Otavio Veras on 9 January 2017 The Trump presidency could have implications for oil exporters such as Nigeria and Angola.
Nigeria must increase its oil output, says Moody’s Published by Kate Douglas on 6 January 2017 The rating agency expects Nigeria’s oil production to return to two million barrels a day.
Study provides fresh insights into the benefits of mobile money in Kenya Published by Sarah Logan on 6 January 2017 Access to mobile money has reduced poverty in Kenya, particularly among female-headed households.
Development in Africa is on a firm footing – here’s how to take it to the next level Published by Mills Soko on 3 January 2017 2017 looks to be the year the countries hardest hit by the crisis seek to recover.
West Africa: No smooth sailing in the ‘new normal’ Published by Staff Writer on 23 December 2016 Macro-economic instability fuelled by low oil prices and global economic sentiment will continue to be the main driver of business risks across West Africa in 2017.