Who are the drivers of private equity in Africa? Published by Kate Douglas on 3 September 2012 Find out where Africa’s private equity investment is coming from.
Jannie Mouton – from unemployed to building one of Africa’s top business empires Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 September 2012 On 3 August 1995, Jannie Mouton walked into the offices of Johannesburg-based stockbroking company SMK as managing director. When he walked out later that day he was without a job.
New mobile app aimed at teaching children Yoruba Published by Kate Douglas on 31 August 2012 “I think language skills are especially important for children of the African diaspora as language allows them to access their culture and history in a deeper, more meaningful way,” says Abake Adenle.
Always have a plan B, advises South African entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 31 August 2012 How we made it in Africa talks top Michélle Booysen, MD of Pétanque Consultancy, about the business behind assisting other businesses.
The African middle class and the business opportunities they present Published by Jaco Maritz on 30 August 2012 While there has been debate about how to define the continent’s middle class, there is no doubt that this group is growing.
Five things you should know about private equity in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 30 August 2012 During a recent forum experts discussed various issues concerning private equity investments in Africa.
Instant telephonic interpreting – a communication revolution Published by Promotional Feature on 29 August 2012 Folio Translation Consultants, based in Cape Town, South Africa, has over a period of three years developed, refined, tested and enhanced its instant telephonic interpreting service, InterTel.
Ambition, cash and women’s secret savings: Insight into the African consumer Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 August 2012 How do Africans feel about credit? What is the role of women in household finances?
Samsung launches phone aimed at cost-sensitive users in Africa Published by Claude Harding on 29 August 2012 Samsung today announced that it will launch a low-cost mobile phone specifically aimed at Africa and other emerging markets.
Fresh Air sees potential for no-frills service in Zimbabwe Published by Kate Douglas on 28 August 2012 Zimbabwe’s new airline Fresh Air believes it has identified a gap in the local market for low-cost air travel.
Influx of foreign investors pushes demand for office space in Accra Published by Claude Harding on 28 August 2012 Foreign investors are driving demand for office space in Ghana’s capital Accra, according to property group Broll.
Nigerian designer discusses the business of fashion Published by Kate Douglas on 28 August 2012 “I view entrepreneurship as a vehicle for the realisation of one’s vision, dreams and passion,” says Kiki Kamanu.
No need to reinvent the wheel, just listen to your customers Published by Kate Douglas on 24 August 2012 “You don’t necessarily have to reinvent the wheel, you just simply have to be a good listener to what your customers require,” says one of South Africa’s top entrepreneurs.
Challenging perceptions about Somalia Published by Jaco Maritz on 23 August 2012 “Urban businessmen, international corporations, and rural pastoralists have all functioned in stateless Somalia, achieving standards of living for the country that are equal or superior to many other African nations.”
