Doing business in Kenya: What do Chinese companies really think? Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 January 2015 It is very rare in Kenya to see the CEO of a Chinese-owned company discussing their interests in the country.
Nigeria beyond 2015: Insights on Africa’s largest economy Published by Staff Writer on 14 January 2015 Nigeria could be argued to present the best opportunity for many investors looking at the African continent.
Why Botswana’s largest retailer ventured into ‘risky’ Zimbabwe Published by Kate Douglas on 6 January 2015 Zimbabwe has the best pool of talent in Africa, says the CEO of Choppies.
Africa’s economic outlook for 2015 Published by Yogesh Gokool on 24 December 2014 The African continent is set to record a projected +5% economic growth in 2015.
Ebola could impact Africa’s business landscape for years to come Published by Euromonitor International on 19 December 2014 A key impact of the Ebola outbreak is that food prices are rising in affected countries, as flights are suspended to these areas.
Morocco making a name for itself in aeronautics sector Published by Violaine Larmandieu on 17 December 2014 The Moroccan aeronautics sector posted annual growth rates of 15% to 20% between 2008 and 2013.
Estée Lauder scents opportunity in sub-Saharan Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 December 2014 The “changing dynamics of Africa” is driving the cosmetics giant’s business in the region.
Domino’s Pizza: Kenyan and Nigerian customers prefer to eat in-store Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 5 December 2014 Talking fast food with the Kenyan franchise holder of Domino’s Pizza and ice cream brand Cold Stone Creamery.
French consumer brands eyeing West and Central Africa’s middle class Published by Jaco Maritz on 4 December 2014 Five French consumer brands are expected to soon set up shop in number of sub-Saharan African countries.
SABMiller and Coca-Cola Africa: Diversifying their fast-moving goods basket Published by Amin Alkhatib on 4 December 2014 SABMiller and Coca-Cola merger will create South and East Africa’s largest soft drinks bottling operation.
US private equity firm Carlyle bullish about Nigeria Published by Staff Writer on 2 December 2014 Carlyle recently made a $147m investment in Nigeria’s Diamond Bank.
Côte d’Ivoire seeking agribusiness partners Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 November 2014 Only 35% of Côte d’Ivoire’s cocoa is processed inside the country.
TV white space broadband about to be commercialised in Africa, hints Microsoft Published by Kate Douglas on 18 November 2014 New white space technology could be a game-changer for internet access on the continent.
Retail in Nigeria – a lucrative business for those who get it right Published by Eleanor Whitehead on 10 November 2014 A new generation of Nigerian consumers is drawing retailers from all over the world.