African investors reveal seven industries that make them uneasy Published by Staff Writer on 1 June 2021 We asked a handful of investors in Africa to identify the industries they are less enthusiastic about from an investment perspective.
Profit-making idea: Using agro-waste to produce animal fodder in Ghana Published by Jeanette Clark on 28 May 2021 “We have a lot of waste in the region from the production of maize and rice, for example, but no company is adding value to this and turning it into animal fodder,” says agribusiness entrepreneur.
Seasoned investor sees opportunities in African luxury and premium brands Published by James Torvaney on 25 May 2021 Laureen Kouassi-Olsson, an experienced financial services and private equity executive, recently announced a new investment firm, Birimian, which seeks to back African fashion and luxury brands.
Profit-making idea: Waste-to-energy for powering industries in Ghana Published by Jeanette Clark on 21 May 2021 “With the perennial challenges we have with power, waste-to-energy makes business sense if you can find the right investments,” says businessman.
Africa’s sleeping giant: Seven things businesspeople should know about the DRC Published by Jeanette Clark on 14 May 2021 CEO discusses the opportunities in the country and the challenges investors should be aware of.
Profit-making idea: Import substitution of fish in Nigeria Published by Staff Writer on 13 May 2021 An estimated $600 million in fish is imported into Nigeria every year.
Investing in Nigeria: Discipline is key, says asset manager Published by Rami Hajjar on 5 May 2021 As Covid-19 struck and the oil price collapsed, the share prices of asset management firm Allan Gray’s main holdings, particularly the banks, halved in Nigerian naira terms.
Crop storage and cold-chain solutions in Africa hold significant business potential Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 May 2021 Several entrepreneurs and investors have identified the storage and preservation of agricultural produce in Africa as an area with compelling opportunities.
Profit-making idea: The Robinhood of Africa – invest-tech could be the next big thing in fintech Published by Jaco Maritz on 30 April 2021 Platforms that smooth the way for people to invest their money could be one of the next growth areas for fintech in Africa.
East Africa: Five manufacturing opportunities with good potential for investors Published by Jeanette Clark on 27 April 2021 Packaging, recycling, consumer electronics, agro-processing, and pharmaceuticals highlighted as attractive opportunities.
Data centres are a growing investment opportunity in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 26 April 2021 Data centres in Africa are increasingly attracting the attention of investors.
Kenya’s student accommodation opportunity Published by Kageni Muse on 23 April 2021 Raghav Gandhi, chief investment officer and managing director of property developer Acorn Holdings, outlines why he is bullish on the student housing sector.
Profit-making idea: International secondary schools in Lilongwe, Malawi Published by Jeanette Clark on 19 April 2021 There is a gap in the Malawian education sector to establish additional international secondary schools.
Profit-making idea: Businessman upbeat about student accommodation in Nigeria Published by Jeanette Clark on 12 April 2021 “You can make a huge amount of money, especially if the development is located close to universities or colleges,” says entrepreneur Kolade Ajani.
