From 3D printers to drones: Five technologies that could shape the continent’s future Published by Rafiq Raji on 26 October 2016 The technology being invented and adapted to solve problems unique to African countries.
Early investors score big time with Rwandan banana wine Published by Kate Douglas on 25 October 2016 Turning a small investment into thousands of crates sold in east Africa.
Fact-check: Is Africa’s entire GDP equal to that of France? Published by Lee Mwiti on 25 October 2016 Could the gross domestic product in Africa, a continent of 55 recognised states, be only as much as that of one country?
Africa’s most valuable business worth less than what it owns Published by Loni Prinsloo, Bloomberg News on 24 October 2016 The whole company is worth only US$72bn, less than its $88bn stake in Shenzhen-based Tencent Holdings Ltd.
Should you offer products or services for free? Published by Quinton Douman on 24 October 2016 It may be useful when you’re starting out.
Africa’s business leaders gather – to talk politics Published by Helen Sullivan on 24 October 2016 Trump, South Africa’s finance minister, and more at Thomson Reuters Africa Summit.
Kenyan coffee company trying to win tea drinkers over Published by Nelly Murungi on 24 October 2016 Rockbern coffee is trying to grow its local market.
Ghana could be fourth-largest oil producer in sub-Saharan Africa by 2020 Published by Ecobank Research on 21 October 2016 Despite the low oil prices, Ghana is attractive to investors for several reasons, says Ecobank.
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.
