10 thought-provoking quotes from the 2015 World Economic Forum on Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 8 June 2015 The recent World Economic Forum held in Cape Town saw a number of global leaders share their thoughts on Africa’s growth and development.
Mobile payment – a game changer in Africa Published by Arrie Rautenbach on 8 June 2015 Smartphone penetration and mobile technology are changing the way Africans transact, writes Arrie Rautenbach, chief executive of Barclays Africa Retail Banking
Barclays Africa CEO on taking the continent’s capital markets to the next level Published by Kate Douglas on 5 June 2015 Although African capital markets are attracting growing interest, activity still remains subdued.
A new Nigerian government increases opportunities for the private sector Published by Staff Writer on 5 June 2015 Four prominent businessmen discussed the economic outlook for Nigeria under its new government.
Opening to global economy: What MasterCard’s deal in Somalia means Published by Kate Douglas on 4 June 2015 How we made it in Africa talks to MasterCard about what its recent partnership with a Somali bank means for remittances and travel.
Despite setbacks, Africa is still rising Published by Aubrey Hruby on 3 June 2015 Rapid economic growth is neither linear nor smooth, and there will be many detours and bumps on the the road to prosperity.
Solar lamp company adopts innovative rural distribution model in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 June 2015 Selling to rural customers can be challenging but Greenlight Planet has implemented innovative distribution models.
The top seven African design trends Published by Jens Martin Skibsted on 1 June 2015 From fashion to architecture to art, here are seven design trends that the continent is currently experiencing.
Nine mega-trends shaping the future of Africa Published by Seyi Bickersteth on 29 May 2015 The reality is that effective governance is integral to sustainable economic development for the continent.
In pictures: The opening of Nairobi’s Garden City mall, one of the largest in East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 May 2015 London-based private equity firm Actis today opened Nairobi’s Garden City mall.
Tech company making it possible to communicate with hard-to-reach African consumers Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 27 May 2015 Echo Mobile allows organisations in Africa to connect with anyone, anywhere, using any phone.
Chandaria Industries: Waste paper turned into a thriving Kenyan business Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 27 May 2015 Chandaria Industries has grown to become one of the largest tissue and hygiene products manufacturers in East and Central Africa.
Needs-based innovation can catapult Africa to the forefront of IoT innovation Published by Kushal Puri on 27 May 2015 Start-ups must dare to dream as IoT innovation ramps up in Africa according to KPMG High Growth Technology Group’s IoT expert Kushal Puri.
The business behind South Africa’s new love affair with vinyl records Published by Darren Taylor on 26 May 2015 Vinyl record stores are opening in major cities in South Africa and catering to a mostly young customer.