Is South Africa really at threat of being excluded from AGOA? Published by Kate Douglas on 30 July 2014 Experts debate the future of AGOA for South Africa and what it would mean for Africa if the country was excluded.
New investors eye African opportunities Published by Paul Sinclair on 29 July 2014 Investors with long-term outlooks will help fundamentally shift the pattern of investment into Africa.
The glory and pitfalls of the Nigerian entrepreneurial spirit Published by Anna Rosenberg on 29 July 2014 Nigerians’ desire for upward social mobility is the driving force of the country’s entrepreneurial spirit.
Ugandan promotes ‘slow food’ ideals to feed Africa Published by Hilary Heuler on 29 July 2014 Traditional crops are slowly dying out as the continent’s food becomes more and more homogenised.
Nigeria: Insecurity and its impact on business Published by Anna Rosenberg on 28 July 2014 Opinions among local entrepreneurs and international business leaders about Nigeria’s security challenges differ widely.
Five ways success will look different by 2020 Published by Dorie Clark on 28 July 2014 The economy is changing, and that means our vision of success should as well.
Consumer potential: Three Nigerian city clusters to compete with Lagos Published by Kate Douglas on 28 July 2014 McKinsey suggests three city clusters in Nigeria with sizable populations to rival Lagos.
African private equity deals better priced than those globally, say experts Published by Kate Douglas on 25 July 2014 “It is the right time for investors to seriously look into Africa,” says Ngalaah Chuphi, partner at Ethos Private Equity.
Growing appetite for tech products in Angola, says venture capital fund Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 July 2014 “There is a growing appetite for high-end consumer products such as smartphones.”
Unleashing Africa’s immense potential: Connectivity is critical Published by Tenbite Ermias on 25 July 2014 The economic payoff of greater connectivity could be immense.
By 2030 Nigeria could have a higher GDP than the Netherlands or Malaysia Published by Staff Writer on 24 July 2014 There is another side to the Nigeria story that has been overshadowed by the recent headlines.
How this fruit business was turned around from the brink of collapse Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 24 July 2014 “I have learned to keep my friends close and my creditors closer.”
Are South Africans seen as too arrogant when doing business on the continent? Published by Kate Douglas on 24 July 2014 “There is a wariness about South Africans and how they do business.”
Discussing venture capital and entrepreneurship in Angola Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 July 2014 “Things are improving in the country but the change will not happen overnight.”