Gossy Ukanwoke – Nigeria’s online university pioneer Published by Jaco Maritz on 15 April 2014 Offering courses in a variety of subjects, Beni American University students access all material online.
Nigeria vs SA: GDP is not everything, says Martyn Davies Published by Kate Douglas on 10 April 2014 Analyst says it is important to look at the bigger picture of Nigeria’s new label as top economy in Africa.
Innovating in Nigeria’s commercial hub Lagos Published by Jaco Maritz on 10 April 2014 To get around traffic problems in Lagos, DHL Express transports express cargo via boat.
East Africa ‘has all the ingredients for private equity’ Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 April 2014 TBL Mirror Fund looking to “buy into the growth story” of entrepreneurial businesses.
African Land Investments eyeing malls in key markets across the continent Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 April 2014 Property investment firm aims to grow its portfolio to US$500m.
Nigeria overtakes South Africa as continent’s largest economy Published by Jaco Maritz on 6 April 2014 After months of speculation, Nigeria today officially overtook South Africa as the largest economy on the continent.
Rebasing of Nigerian GDP will reflect African economic reality more accurately Published by Roelof Horne on 4 April 2014 Nigeria’s rebasing of its GDP may affect perceptions about South Africa’s position on the continent.
Light at the end of the tunnel Published by Kingsley Ighobor on 4 April 2014 Africa’s promising power sector is generating interest in renewable sources.
Every1Mobile creating and connecting communities of mobile phone users Published by Kate Douglas on 3 April 2014 Every1Mobile provides users with content, products and services to help them fast track into the formal economy.
Watch out South Africa, Nigeria is on the rise Published by Perry Munzwembiri on 1 April 2014 The West African nation has set itself an ambitious target of becoming one of the world’s top 20 economies by 2020.
Three online shopping trends to pay attention to Published by Stacey Nel on 28 March 2014 Security remains a concern for most African consumers who shop online, a survey finds.
Meet the Boss: Tunji Olowolafe, chairman, GZ Industries Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 March 2014 “We need to educate all our people. That way we will achieve true freedom and prosperity.”
From phones to fashion to rice: Online shopping gaining traction in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 27 March 2014 A number of companies are vying to become the Amazon of their respective territories.
Nigerian manufacturer cashing in on demand for drinks in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 27 March 2014 With more Africans drinking beer and soft drinks, GZI is well placed to expand its business.