Africa’s data centre market poised for massive growth Published by Nina Triantis on 2 July 2021 Africa is poised for a data centre boom as internet penetration rates rise and the continent begins to play catch-up with other regions.
Small towns are collapsing across South Africa. How it’s starting to affect farming Published by Wandile Sihlobo on 21 June 2021 The collapse of local government in small towns is beginning to affect investment in farming, and the ability of agribusinesses to operate.
City on the move: Kafue, Zambia Published by Jeanette Clark on 17 June 2021 Kafue’s location makes it ideal for any entrepreneur looking to set up an agro-processing facility.
Impact of Covid-19 on Nigerian consumers: On-the-ground insights from investor Published by Funke Okubadejo on 16 June 2021 Covid-19 has had an overwhelming impact on consumer habits in Nigeria.
Africa’s free trade area: A pipe dream or silver bullet? Published by Dianna Games on 1 June 2021 The African Continental Free Trade Area is not an event, but a long, slow and complex process that will take years to gain traction, writes Dianna Games.
Copper is the new oil: Green economy could be a boon for Africa’s copper producers Published by Natalie Greve on 28 May 2021 The green transition will support a surge in copper demand.
Kenyan regulators set their sights on free-and-easy fintech Published by Ariana Issaias and Dominic Indokhomi on 26 May 2021 Fintech is one of the least regulated segments of the country’s financial services sector, but the industry’s unregulated days are numbered.
City on the move: Tamale, Ghana Published by Jeanette Clark on 20 May 2021 Agro-processing and hospitality opportunities in the capital of Ghana’s Northern Region.
Start-ups tapping into Africa’s healthcare supply chain opportunities Published by Salient Advisory on 17 May 2021 Start-ups across the continent are developing innovative, commercial models to transform health product distribution for consumers and providers alike.
Reviewing the trends driving Africa’s allure: Peace and stability; democracy; and the rule of law Published by Simon Freemantle on 9 May 2021 Considering the vital role played by political and institutional reform in determining Africa’s ongoing socio-economic trajectory.
Reviewing the trends driving Africa’s allure: Deepening financial inclusion Published by Simon Freemantle on 6 May 2021 Assessing the progress of Africa’s financial sector over the past decade.
Reviewing the trends driving Africa’s allure: Leapfrogging through technology Published by Simon Freemantle on 5 May 2021 Africa’s technological deepening since 2010 continues to be profound, writes Standard Bank economist Simon Freemantle.
Reviewing the trends driving Africa’s allure: Rapid urbanisation Published by Simon Freemantle on 4 May 2021 Today, Africa has 63 cities with populations of over 1 million people – up from 49 in 2010 and 30 in 2000.
Reviewing the trends driving Africa’s allure: A larger, younger and more affluent population Published by Simon Freemantle on 3 May 2021 Simon Freemantle considers the challenges and opportunities that emerge from the seismic demographic changes taking place across Africa.