Investor behind CityBlue Hotels sees gap for African mid-market hospitality brand Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 29 April 2014 Dubai-based investor plans to roll out CityBlue Hotels across continent.
BRICs economist Jim O’Neill invests in Nigerian mobile payments company Published by Jaco Maritz on 23 April 2014 O’Neill backs Paga as “the number one way to pay and get paid in Nigeria”.
Yes, Nigeria is Africa’s biggest economy, but don’t expect a quick buck Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 April 2014 Investors interested in Nigeria should be prepared, and be in it for the long term.
Domino’s Pizza coming to Southern Africa: What you need to know Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 April 2014 Domino’s is another US fast food brand entering the African market.
East Africa ‘has all the ingredients for private equity’ Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 April 2014 TBL Mirror Fund looking to “buy into the growth story” of entrepreneurial businesses.
African Land Investments eyeing malls in key markets across the continent Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 April 2014 Property investment firm aims to grow its portfolio to US$500m.
What investors think about private equity in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 4 April 2014 A report shows investors are increasingly willing to back African-focused private equity funds.
Bridging the divide: Africa’s diaspora willing to invest back home Published by Felicity Thompson on 2 April 2014 Africans living abroad can help reduce poverty by investing back home.
Nigerian manufacturer cashing in on demand for drinks in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 27 March 2014 With more Africans drinking beer and soft drinks, GZI is well placed to expand its business.
German agriculture boss endorses foreign investment in African farming Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 March 2014 “I don’t think you have a region in the world with a bigger opportunity than Africa,” says agribusiness boss.
Seeing investment opportunities in post-war Liberia and Sierra Leone Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 14 March 2014 The West Africa Venture Fund hopes to stimulate economies affected by years of conflict.
Wealthy Nigerians looking to invest in South Africa, says Standard Bank Published by Kate Douglas on 13 March 2014 “South Africa becomes an obvious choice because it’s an established market.”
Private equity firm explains why it is backing the East African growth story Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 February 2014 “The macro story in East Africa echoes that of Africa, and that makes it a relatively more attractive region.”
Treading a new path: Growing Ethiopia’s factory floors Published by Elissa Jobson on 28 February 2014 A major Chinese shoe manufacturer is lacing up for the long run in this economic powerhouse. Will others follow?
