Lagos could soon be Africa’s 13th biggest economy – equivalent to that of Ghana Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 May 2013 Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial hub, could soon have a US$45 billion economy.
Made in Africa: building strong brands on the continent Published by Osiame Molefe on 17 May 2013 How can Africa tap into local innovation to launch globally recognised brands?
Six thoughts on the role of women in Africa’s growth and development Published by Kate Douglas on 17 May 2013 “I see women as being central players,” said Elsie Kanza at the launch of WIE Africa last week.
Building a venture from scratch not for the faint-hearted, says gourmet tea entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 16 May 2013 How we made it in Africa talks to Swaady Martin-Leke, founder of tea company YSWARA.
Focus on smaller infrastructure projects, says General Electric Africa boss Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 May 2013 African countries should focus on building smaller infrastructure projects that require less financing.
Six things business people should know about Ghana Published by Jaco Maritz on 16 May 2013 Kader Coulibaly, general manager at DHL Express in Ghana, shares his thoughts on the country’s business landscape and what companies need to do to be successful in this market.
An African consumer revolution needs African leaders Published by Frank Braeken on 15 May 2013 “I can accept that many Africans don’t have much money. I can’t accept they are any less sophisticated consumers.”
Busting the myths about doing business in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 May 2013 Africa needs to deal with the misconceptions around the continent’s size, risks and opportunities by branding and marketing itself better.
Tony Elumelu outlines the case for Africapitalism Published by Tony Elumelu on 14 May 2013 “Private sector development has a much greater potential to improve self-sufficiency and prosperity than charity.”
Energy in Africa: a brighter future Published by Tamsin Jones on 14 May 2013 During a session at the recent World Economic Forum on Africa, held in Cape Town, experts discussed the latest developments in addressing the continent’s energy infrastructure constraints.
Not everyone sees Africa as an attractive investment destination Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 14 May 2013 Companies who are not currently doing business in Africa perceive it as the least attractive investment destination in the world.
Thinking outside the box: an innovative solution for Africa’s infrastructure woes Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 13 May 2013 “The biggest threat to Africa is not invasion by neighbours; it is poverty.”
The balancing act of localisation – finding the point where cost and reach intersect Published by Ian Henderson on 13 May 2013 On entering new territories, companies are confronted with the need for localising their offering.
How Rachel Tladi is making a name for herself in a male-dominated industry Published by Kate Douglas on 13 May 2013 Rachel Tladi tells How we made it in Africa about the challenges of being a businesswoman in the male-dominated construction industry.
