With improved governance, Nigeria may yet be a Bric hopeful Published by Dianna Games on 15 February 2011 The Nigerian presidential race is effectively done and dusted — even though the poll is scheduled for April.
Wal-Mart’s acquisition of Massmart one step closer to completion Published by Staff Writer on 14 February 2011 Wal-Mart’s proposed acquisition of Pan-African retailer Massmart received a nod from South Africa’s Competition Commission.
New bank loans for M-Pesa agents Published by Staff Writer on 13 February 2011 M-Pesa agents in Kenya can now acquire unsecured bank loans, to expand their businesses, from KCB following a partnership agreement between the bank and mobile operator Safaricom.
International airlines eyeing Zimbabwe route Published by Staff Writer on 13 February 2011 Nine international airlines have proposed to fly into Zimbabwe this year.
Multinationals need to develop solutions that are relevant for Africans Published by Claude Harding on 13 February 2011 Multinationals looking to operate in Africa cannot simply duplicate what they are doing elsewhere in the world and need to offer the continent relevant products and services.
Exploring southern Sudan’s potential for agribusiness Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 February 2011 Southern Sudan’s agriculture sector holds good potential for investment across the value chain.
Uganda expects increased foreign investment fuelled by oil Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 11 February 2011 Uganda is pinning a lot of hope on the domino effect to other parts of the economy that the discovery of oil could have.
Remittances from Kenyans abroad reach new high Published by Staff Writer on 10 February 2011 Remittances from Kenyans living abroad last year hit a record amount.
Ashes of Kenya’s post-election violence inspires grain milling business Published by Regina Ekiru on 10 February 2011 We talk to Isaac Chege, founder of Uchumi Grain Millers, about how Kenya’s post-election violence motivated him to start his own business.
Young entrepreneur behind Eat Out, Kenya’s dining revolution Published by Regina Ekiru on 10 February 2011 Mikul Shah, the co-founder and chief executive of online restaurant guide Eat Out (eatout.co.ke), talks to Regina Ekiru on how he introduced the concept to the Kenyan market.
SA’s Vodacom to boost presence in Nigeria, Business Day reports Published by Staff Writer on 10 February 2011 Business Day reports that South African mobile operator Vodacom, through its subsidiary Gateway Communications, is planning to boost its presence in Nigeria’s telecommunications market.
Kenya: Property developers shifting focus from Nairobi to smaller towns Published by Staff Writer on 10 February 2011 Kenyan real estate developers are shunning the capital Nairobi for developments in smaller towns.
Mozambique to start exporting coal from July this year Published by Staff Writer on 10 February 2011 Mozambique expects to start exporting coal by the middle of 2011, mineral resources minister Esperanca Bias told the Mining Indaba conference in Cape Town.
How China will spur Africa’s economic growth Published by Claude Harding on 10 February 2011 China is now a clear leader in the race for Africa’s resources and can be expected to continue developing these interests for the mutual benefit of both Africa as well as China’s surging economy.