How Nigeria’s GDP rebasing benefits Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 6 May 2014 Nigeria’s new status as Africa’s largest economy has a number of positive implications for the continent.
‘Africa’s Oprah’ showcases a different side of the continent Published by Heather Murdock on 6 May 2014 Nigerian TV leader Mosunmola Abudu is determined to portray Africa as a dynamic, modern place.
A look at foreign direct investment trends in Nigeria Published by Jaco Maritz on 5 May 2014 While 52% of FDI went into the resource sectors, EY’s report highlights an increasingly diversifying economy.
What should the WEF on Africa address? Business leaders share their thoughts Published by Kate Douglas on 5 May 2014 African business leaders speak about what they hope the World Economic Forum on Africa will address this week.
There’s no place on earth like Lagos, says founder of online property marketplace Published by Kate Douglas on 2 May 2014 Canadian Allie Morse moved to Lagos a year ago and talks about living and renting in the bustling city.
Will West Africa’s proposed ‘eco’ currency ever float? Published by Ronak Gopaldas on 28 April 2014 Plans to launch a common currency flounder in West Africa.
Splitting the tab: Sharing space makes work easier for entrepreneurs in Lagos Published by Kate Douglas on 25 April 2014 “Co-working spaces are a breeding ground for innovation,” says CapitalSquare founder.
Africa’s richest man makes Time’s 100 Most Influential People list Published by Kate Douglas on 24 April 2014 Nigerian Aliko Dangote praised for his contribution to business and healthcare.
The consequences of Nigeria’s GDP rebasing Published by Oliver Masetti on 24 April 2014 Although Nigeria now exceeds South Africa in economic size, it still has a long way to go to reach a similar level of development.
BRICs economist Jim O’Neill invests in Nigerian mobile payments company Published by Jaco Maritz on 23 April 2014 O’Neill backs Paga as “the number one way to pay and get paid in Nigeria”.
Social media in Nigeria – mobile chat dominates Published by Kate Douglas on 23 April 2014 A recent report highlights social media trends in Africa’s biggest economy.
Potato chip manufacturer talks about getting Nigerians to buy local Published by Kate Douglas on 22 April 2014 “We as Nigerians always believe that foreign brands are better than locally made brands… which poses a challenge to us.”
Yes, Nigeria is Africa’s biggest economy, but don’t expect a quick buck Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 April 2014 Investors interested in Nigeria should be prepared, and be in it for the long term.
From New York to Lagos: The inspiration behind a new taxi app in Nigeria Published by Kate Douglas on 16 April 2014 The Easy Taxi Nigeria app links customers with reputable drivers in Lagos and Abuja.