An in-depth look at how Africa’s richest man made his fortune Published by Simon Allison on 13 June 2014 Aliko Dangote made his fortune by gambling on Nigeria’s success when others would not dare.
Tutor.ng – a startup with a new model for education in Nigeria Published by Kate Douglas on 13 June 2014 “Our current education system can’t meet our demand,” says Fehintolu Olaogun, co-founder of Tutor.ng.
Three lessons South African agriculture can learn from Nigeria Published by Zhann Meyer on 12 June 2014 Nigeria is successfully leveraging agriculture’s economic potential.
Olusegun Obasanjo: In Nigeria, agriculture is the new oil Published by Olusegun Obasanjo on 10 June 2014 When Nigeria announced recently that it had become Africa’s biggest economy, you could be forgiven for thinking that oil was the only reason.
Nigerian shoemaker on finding her passion Published by Kate Douglas on 6 June 2014 Elizabeth Ojelua’s handmade shoes and bags are gaining a following in Nigeria.
What is the best way to cluster Africa? Published by Martin Tronquit on 5 June 2014 Economics now define how African countries are grouped together.
How middle class Nigerians spend their money Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 June 2014 A recent report offers insight into the aspirations of middle class consumers.
High interest rates strangling small businesses in Nigeria Published by Adeyeye Joseph on 3 June 2014 Banks and microfinance firms charge prohibitively high interest rates and attach onerous requirements to loans.
Meet the Boss: Obinnia Abajue, executive director, Stanbic IBTC Published by Kate Douglas on 2 June 2014 “I believe Africa will get to where it should be by paying attention to its people.”
Moving outside of Lagos: Five Nigerian cities with business potential Published by Kate Douglas on 30 May 2014 Looking beyond Lagos at potential for consumer facing companies in Nigerian cities.
Terrorism in a land of opportunity: What should investors make of Nigeria? Published by Kate Douglas on 29 May 2014 “In the mist of every chaos lies the opportunity.”
Meet the Boss: John Obaro, CEO, SystemSpecs Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 May 2014 “Consistently work hard and let no one ever put you down.”
New car market in Africa remains ‘very small’ Published by Staff Writer on 26 May 2014 A look at the used and new car markets in Africa.
‘30% of GDP in Africa not being measured properly’ Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 May 2014 Bank vice-president points out inaccurate and outdated economic statistics.