Zimbabwe hopes tobacco will revive battered economy Published by Sebastian Mhofu on 20 March 2017 Independent economist John Robertson says this year’s tobacco yield is higher, but will not quickly improve Zimbabwe’s economy.
Woodstock Brewery owner talks craft beer in South Africa and beyond Published by Justin Probyn on 20 March 2017 ‘Craft brewing is a perfect mix between art, science and business.’
Ecobank plans to use its app to make traditional bank accounts relevant in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 20 March 2017 Now customers can open a bank account using a smartphone, without having to visit a branch or present paperwork.
Building hotels in Africa: Radisson owner identifies its top cities Published by Kate Douglas on 17 March 2017 Carlson Rezidor aims to have hotels in Africa’s major commercial hubs to cater for regional business travellers.
Nigeria: The next chapter? Published by Charles Weller on 17 March 2017 The difficulties of the past two years have caused the country to diversify its economy.
Meet the Boss: Andrew Skipper, Partner and Head of Africa Practice, Hogan Lovells Published by Nelly Murungi on 16 March 2017 ‘I find the new world post Brexit and Trump to be challenging emotionally and business wise.’
Mara Delta betting on debt-burdened Mozambique Published by Kate Douglas on 16 March 2017 The property company says many of its competitors have fled African markets, allowing the firm to negotiate better deals.
Two very different responses to Uber – Kenya and South Africa Published by Thando Vilakazi and Shingie Chisoro Dube on 14 March 2017 There are also concerns that Uber, with its first-mover advantage within the ride-sharing market, is growing into a monopoly despite the benefits to consumers.
Africa’s jobless youth cast a shadow over economic growth Published by Kingsley Ighobor on 14 March 2017 In most African countries, youth unemployment ‘occurs at a rate more than twice that for adults’.
Uganda needs a caffeine fix: Insights from Vietnam’s coffee market success Published by Astrid RN Haas on 14 March 2017 Until recently Vietnam and Uganda shared a similar trajectory in the development of their coffee sectors.
Lagos’ first timeshare co-working space Published by Justin Probyn on 13 March 2017 Lagos CoWork is ‘uberising’ the office market by providing an on-demand workspace for growing businesses.
Business leaders share how they are dealing with some of Africa’s current challenges Published by Kate Douglas on 13 March 2017 The dollar crunch, negative perceptions and high costs – here is how some companies are getting around these challenges.
Unclear what would happen to CFA franc if France withdraws from euro Published by Kate Douglas on 10 March 2017 ‘If France really does withdraw from the eurozone, all bets are off for the euro and for the CFA franc.’
Hotspots for Africa’s ultra-high-net-worth individuals Published by Staff Writer on 9 March 2017 The growth in ultra-wealthy populations in Africa will outpace that of Europe and North America over the next decade.
