Building apps for improved business efficiency in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 11 February 2014 While technology can benefit business procedures, techie Lorenzo Boncompagni says companies need some convincing.
Unlocking Africa’s mining potential: The IFC’s three areas of development Published by Kate Douglas on 11 February 2014 Consolidating maps of where minerals lie and developing local procurement and infrastructure are key to mining in Africa.
Transparency needed to curb Africa’s loss of $38bn through trade mispricing Published by Kate Douglas on 10 February 2014 The Africa Progress Panel reports that Africa loses more through illicit outflows than it receives through foreign investment.
Nigerian designer carves niche for her ‘Made in Africa’ luxury handbags Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 February 2014 “The market is huge and there really is space for everyone,” says Zashadu Bags founder.
Entries now open for $75,000 youth entrepreneurship prize Published by Staff Writer on 10 February 2014 Anzisha Prize partners with youth NGOs to find Africa’s best young entrepreneurs.
African firms looking to hire fewer expats, and more from returning diaspora Published by Jaco Maritz on 10 February 2014 An EY report shows the majority of organisations surveyed have a desire to reduce their dependence on expatriate skills.
Africa remains a favoured investment destination for Chinese firms Published by Staff Writer on 10 February 2014 “When Chinese firms consider investment destinations around the world, Africa is always top of mind.”
A look at the role resources have played in Africa’s growth story Published by Kate Douglas on 7 February 2014 “Minerals are not a curse. They can certainly be the best boon,” says Chamber of Mines of South Africa boss.
Meet the Boss: Pradeep Paunrana, managing director, ARM Cement Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 February 2014 “Do whatever you do well, do it to perfection, give it your best,” advises Kenyan manufacturer.
Investec Asset Management targets mid-sized African companies Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 February 2014 Investec recently invested in Nigeria-based Daraju Industries, which manufactures affordable home and personal care products.
Can businesses help to create political stability? Published by Zahid Hussain on 7 February 2014 Zahid Hussain shares his thoughts on businesses having ties to political parties.
Savannah Fund looking for ‘the winners’ among Africa’s tech startups Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 6 February 2014 “The best startups tend to be foreigners who come in because they have toiled,” says tech fund boss.
Unemployed Liberian youth gravitate to sports gambling Published by Prince Collins on 6 February 2014 Regulated by the government, sports betting is taking off in Liberia.
Young entrepreneur sees big potential in underserviced South African townships Published by Kate Douglas on 5 February 2014 “My main aim is to own the township market which is a market that hasn’t been tapped.”
