The case for investing in sub-Saharan Africa bond markets Published by Joe Delvaux on 10 April 2013 Sub-Saharan Africa is usually not at the forefront of fixed income investors’ minds when thinking about where to look for investment opportunities.
Three forces that will underpin Africa’s growth over the coming years Published by Jaco Maritz on 9 April 2013 Colin Coleman, of Goldman Sachs, recently identified three forces he believes will buttress Africa’s economic growth over the coming years.
Entrepreneur interview: Why returning to Kenya to start a business was the right move Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 9 April 2013 Dinfin Mulupi talks to Sam Wanjohi, founder of Kenya’s Foresight Interiors.
African private equity funds outperformed US venture capital over last decade Published by Staff Writer on 9 April 2013 A new index of institutional-quality private equity funds in Africa posted an 11.2% annualised return.
Ranking the competitiveness of Africa’s tourism industries: the winners and losers Published by Kate Douglas on 8 April 2013 Find out how African countries rank in terms of their tourism and travel industries.
Private equity investors need to bring more to the table than just capital Published by Jaco Maritz on 5 April 2013 As competition for private equity deals in Africa starts to heat up, investors need to be able to clearly demonstrate their true value proposition.
Invest enough time in developing your business plan, says Burundi-based ICT entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 4 April 2013 Thierry Ntako, CEO of Open-IT, talks about his plans for business expansion and the pros and cons of doing business in Burundi.
Microsoft’s innovative solution to provide internet access to Africa’s rural areas Published by Staff Writer on 4 April 2013 Using TV white spaces and solar-powered towers, rural locations in Africa can have access to broadband.
Interview: The man who is bringing the Subway franchise to Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 April 2013 American entrepreneur Christopher J. Bak runs two Subway franchises in Tanzania, and plans to expand to Kenya later this year.
Demystifying doing business in Francophone Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 April 2013 For many business people in the continent’s English-speaking countries, Francophone Africa remains a complex region.
Why Mi-Fone wants to establish a mobile phone manufacturing plant in Nigeria Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 3 April 2013 African start-up and mobile phone maker, Mi-Fone, says it is finalising plans to establish a US$30 million manufacturing plant in Nigeria.
Top business leaders share their thoughts on Africa’s emerging consumer Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 April 2013 There is increasing evidence of a growing consumer class in Africa.
Africa needs more skilled engineers, says research Published by Kate Douglas on 2 April 2013 “Beyond the direct impact of poor infrastructure, lack of engineering capacity hampers economic growth.”
‘People don’t mind spending an extra buck for quality,’ says craft beer entrepreneur Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 April 2013 Dinfin Mulupi talks to Aleem Ladak, founder and director of The Big Five Breweries Ltd.
