Morocco to construct 350 km high-speed rail line Published by Staff Writer on 29 September 2011 Morocco is set to build a 350 kilometre high-speed rail line between the cities of Casablanca and Tangiers.
Uganda a vibrant economy for Qatar Airways Published by Staff Writer on 26 September 2011 Qatar Airways has confidence in the Ugandan economy and sees it as a vibrant market.
Zambian president concedes electoral defeat Published by Staff Writer on 23 September 2011 Zambian president Rupiah Banda has conceded electoral defeat to Michael Sata, who has been declared winner of the presidential election.
Why Ericsson chose Ghana for its African support hub Published by Staff Writer on 20 September 2011 Swedish telecommunications firm Ericsson has picked Ghana to base its African Regional Support Centre (RSC).
Shoprite boosts its presence in Mauritius Published by Staff Writer on 16 September 2011 The largest food retailer in Africa, the Shoprite Group, will be adding two new Shoprite supermarkets to its operations in Mauritius after acquiring two Kaddy Plus stores.
The end of SA’s low-cost airline industry as we know it? Published by Staff Writer on 14 September 2011 South Africa’s low-cost airline industry is battling for survival amidst rising fuel prices, airport tax increases and sluggish consumer demand.
Logistics companies looking to cash in from Asia-Africa trade Published by Staff Writer on 14 September 2011 Logistics services companies such as AP Moeller-Maersk A/S and Deutsche Post AG are boosting shipping links between Asia and Africa to benefit from record trade between the two regions.
Kenya: Former coffee plantations making way for property development Published by Staff Writer on 13 September 2011 Farmland on the outskirts of Kenya’s capital Nairobi is increasingly being used for property development.
GoodLuck trio to perform at Digital Edge Live Published by Promotional Feature on 12 September 2011 With an upbeat blend of jazzy keyboards, sultry vocals and funky saxophone tones, GoodLuck are guaranteed to pack a punch with their energetic beats at the Digital Edge Live event on the 14th October 2011 at the Dragon Power arena in Cape Town.
China a key player in Africa’s hydropower industry Published by Staff Writer on 10 September 2011 Chinese companies are involved in a host of hydropower projects on the continent.
Nigeria: Why major oil companies are not interested to build refineries Published by Staff Writer on 6 September 2011 This Day newspaper reports that none of the international oil companies operating in Nigeria have shown an interest to build a refinery in the country.
South Sudan to relocate capital city Published by Staff Writer on 5 September 2011 CNN reports that South Sudan will move its capital from Juba to the smaller town of Ramciel in the north. The government said that Ramciel will provide it with more room for expansion.
Kenya to introduce one-stop border posts Published by Staff Writer on 2 September 2011 Kenya is set to establish five one-stop border posts, which will likely be a massive boost for trade in the region.
Dark days for South African hotels Published by Staff Writer on 31 August 2011 Hotels in South Africa are being forced to close down due to a downturn in the hospitality industry.