Why Ethiopia is on track to become Africa’s industrial powerhouse Published by Jostein Hauge and Muhammad Irfan on 25 June 2016 Ethiopia seems to be attracting the attention of economists interested in Africa, and for good reason.
Four things to know about Ethiopia’s economy Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 27 April 2016 Why private equity is the best vehicle for investors seeking access to the Ethiopian market, and how currency shortages are having some interesting effects on the economy.
Ethiopia: Eggs, omelettes and IPOs Published by Charles Robertson on 12 April 2016 Ethiopia breaks a lot of Washington Consensus eggs to produce a surprisingly impressive growth omelette.
Private equity firm discusses Ethiopia pharma investment Published by Jaco Maritz on 6 January 2016 UK-based private equity firm 54 Capital has entered Ethiopia’s pharmaceutical market through an investment into Addis Pharmaceutical Factory.
Gulf investment in Africa: Key trends and opportunities Published by Kate Douglas on 4 December 2015 A new report highlights both the existing and potential role for Gulf investors on the continent.
Commodity exchanges in Africa: Lessons from Ethiopia Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 November 2015 ‘We can’t make progress if we look at what we don’t have and wait until everything in place,’ says Solomon Edossa, former chief information officer of the Ethiopia Commodity Exchange.
Talking business with the founder of Ethiopia’s Kaldi’s Coffee chain Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 6 November 2015 Kaldi’s Coffee has been described at Ethiopia’s version of Starbucks. We talk to founder Tseday Asrat.
Ethiopia has undersupply of branded hotel chains Published by Jaco Maritz on 26 October 2015 Hotel operators could benefit from Ethiopia’s growing tourism sector, rising business travel and Addis Ababa’s position as the continent’s diplomatic capital.
The buzz surrounding Ethiopian coffee Published by Sierk Plaat on 14 September 2015 Ethiopia’s coffee potential is being stifled by downstream hurdles in the coffee value chain.
Linking US-based investors with opportunities in Ethiopia Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 August 2015 Renew makes it possible for Americans to make small investments in Africa, and gradually build confidence in the continent and the opportunities it offers.
From local to global: Spur’s evolution into a pan-African restaurant franchisor Published by Kate Douglas on 27 July 2015 Spur Corporation is planning to expand to 100 restaurants in Africa (excluding South Africa) over the next five years.
The changing face of Ethiopia Published by Masimba Tafirenyika on 1 July 2015 An assertive nation flexes its economic muscle.
Q&A: Why Ethiopia ‘just cannot be ignored anymore’ Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 June 2015 Addis Alemayehou, managing partner of advertising agency 251 Communications, talks about the opportunities in the Ethiopian market.
Talking the business of fashion with Ethiopian designer Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 May 2015 “I started from the bottom, but I have an opportunity to make it to the top and live a life that is beyond paying my bills.”
