Behavioural scientist on selling financial products to low-income customers Published by Kate Douglas on 21 October 2016 Challenging misconceptions about the low uptake of financial products.
North Africa could soon be manufacturing Boeing, Airbus parts Published by Kate Douglas on 20 October 2016 Low costs, proximity to Europe make the region an attractive option.
Why east Africa is ripe for industrialisation Published by Charles Robertson on 20 October 2016 ‘In the coming five years, we think sub-Saharan Africa will compete with south Asia.’
Cassava: Key to overcoming Nigeria’s reliance on food imports Published by Otavio Veras on 19 October 2016 The country is the world’s greatest producer of cassava, but productivity per hectare is low.
Meet the Boss: Bola Onadele, CEO, FMDQ OTC Securities Exchange Published by Helen Sullivan on 18 October 2016 ‘Be honest about business, be very transparent and take care of your employees.’
Start-up snapshot: Nairobi’s ‘Uber for buses’ Published by Justin Probyn on 18 October 2016 Magic Bus Ticketing allows commuters to use their mobile phones to interact with bus drivers and receive information regarding local public transport.
Foreign investment: Is it spurring African growth? Published by Richard Li on 18 October 2016 Lower growth rates mean that attracting foreign investment is key to the continent’s future.
Beyond Nairobi: The real estate opportunity in Kenya’s counties Published by Nelly Murungi on 18 October 2016 Private equity and real estate company Fusion Capital on the first-mover advantage.
Goldman Sachs on whether Africa’s risks are worth the rewards Published by Kate Douglas on 18 October 2016 Re-evaluating investment prospects on the continent.
Kenya’s ride-hail market is giving globalisation an African twist. And it’s paying off Published by Jake Bright on 18 October 2016 Rivalry between Little and Uber in Kenya continues to reduce costs, expand service options.
Seven tips all entrepreneurs need before launching a start-up Published by Avid Larizadeh Duggan on 18 October 2016 ‘Brace yourself, as this is a long game.’
What’s keeping Africa’s business leaders up at night? Published by Helen Sullivan on 17 October 2016 Why the continent isn’t the next China, for now.
Private equity firm Abraaj on doing deals in a more volatile Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 17 October 2016 Many markets are still experiencing higher growth than most western countries
South Africa’s credit rating: What happens when political turmoil comes to the party? Published by Kate Douglas on 14 October 2016 ‘For the first time ever in our South African analysis, we felt obliged to highlight political risk and political tension,’ says S&P’s sub-Saharan Africa head.
