Private equity inflows will account for ‘half of FDI into East Africa in five years’ Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 October 2013 East Africa is “an attractive destination” for private equity funding.
Kenyan startup offers buyers credit for a solar power system via mobile technology Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 2 October 2013 M-KOPA enables low income households to buy a d.light solar home system on an instalment basis.
The provision of affordable and middle income housing on the African continent Published by Promotional Feature on 2 October 2013 Rapid urbanisation is likely to lead to an increase in the demand for housing and service delivery.
Dubai investor expects ‘fast growth’ in Africa’s mid-market hotels Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 October 2013 “Not everybody can afford $300 a night,” says Diar Capital founder as it moves into the mid-range hospitality market.
Why companies new to Africa should first focus on smaller countries Published by Jaco Maritz on 27 September 2013 Michael Wood gives advice to companies looking to enter African markets.
Somalia is ‘ripe for investment’, says Mogadishu hotel owner Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 27 September 2013 “Home is the best. If you don’t build your country, no one else will build it, that is why I moved back to Somalia.”
Hotel investors scout new opportunities for expansion across Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 26 September 2013 Despite the terrorist attack in Nairobi on the weekend, hotel groups met to discuss potential investments.
Is trust a crucial factor for small businesses in Africa to succeed? Published by Jacques Morisset on 26 September 2013 Small businesses in African countries have “failed to become the main vectors of growth, job creation, and innovation”.
Africa can invent: Leapfrogging in unsuspected areas Published by Carlos Lopes on 25 September 2013 African countries need to increase spending on research in order to grow innovation.
Don’t follow popular stories when investing in Africa, says analyst Published by Amedi de Klerk on 19 September 2013 “Africa is an example of how stories fuel expectations, and drive up asset prices,” says Amédi de Klerk.
Investment: 10 considerations to doing business in sub-Saharan Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 19 September 2013 RMB advises investors to understand the challenges and correctly assess opportunities in African economies.
Hellofood feeds growing appetite for online meal deliveries in Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 September 2013 Online meal ordering platform grows consumer base in Nairobi.
Kenyan property website gained success by being ahead of the game Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 17 September 2013 A Kenyan entrepreneur saw a gap in the market and turned it into a successful business.
Dubai group’s purchase of Kenyan auto company marks start of investment in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 September 2013 Dubai-based Al-Futtaim Group’s purchase of CMC Holdings marks move into sub-Saharan Africa.
