How Burger King came to sub-Saharan Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 15 November 2012 The story of how Burger King came to sub-Saharan Africa started at a horse race in Dubai.
Will Africa deliver on its promises? The multibillion dollar question Published by Kate Douglas on 1 November 2012 “When you speak to international investors, there is a lot of interest in the Africa story but there is also a lot of caution.”
Interview: Insight into Invest in Africa’s game plan Published by Kate Douglas on 30 October 2012 How we made it in Africa talks to William Pollen, the programme director of Invest in Africa.
SABMiller’s African strategy: halving the price of beer; doubling the price of beer Published by Claude Harding on 22 October 2012 SABMiller wants to drop the price of beer for lower-income consumers, while at the same attracting more drinkers to its premium green bottle brands.
Will South Africa’s struggles overshadow its potential? Published by Mark Mobius on 12 October 2012 South Africa has faced some struggles recently, but I think they can be overcome, and a brighter future could be ahead there for its people.
Why SA’s Tiger Brands bought a stake in one of Aliko Dangote’s companies Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 October 2012 We look at why South African consumer goods giant Tiger Brands bought a 63.35% stake in Dangote Flour Mills.
Managing risk, doing business and ultimately succeeding in Africa Published by Jacqueline Chimhanzi and Anushuya Gounden on 9 October 2012 For those wanting to access opportunities on the African continent, risk is often cited as a key challenge.
Gold producer optimistic on Kenya’s prospects Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 October 2012 Andrew Bell, chief executive and chairman of Red Rock Resources, talks about the gold production prospects in Kenya.
Mozambique – a destination for trend setting investors? Published by Funmi Akinluyi on 2 October 2012 Over recent years, quiet and sleepy Mozambique has been ignored by most, but there are those who may almost want to keep one of Africa’s fastest growing economies a secret.
Engineering design firm wants to ‘bring Dubai to Africa’ Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 26 September 2012 A leading UAE-based architectural and engineering design consultancy talks about setting up shop in Africa to explore new opportunities on the continent.
Developing transfer pricing laws in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 26 September 2012 Transfer pricing rules are becoming increasingly necessary on the continent.
M&A: Opportunities for SA companies in rest of continent, but challenges remain Published by Claude Harding on 25 September 2012 “The challenge with acquisitions in African countries is that the formal economies are underdeveloped and so acquisitions are feasible only on a piecemeal basis.”
Hotel developments in Africa – more business, less play Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 September 2012 Why the development and operation of business hotels is a better opportunity in Africa compared to leisure resorts.
Samsung developing products specifically for Africa’s needs Published by Kate Douglas on 11 September 2012 “Just like any consumer around the world, the African consumer wants products that speak to their needs.”