There is a first mover advantage in francophone Africa, says expert Published by Kate Douglas on 12 September 2013 French-speaking African countries offer just as much investment potential as their English-speaking counterparts.
Maintaining focus has led to success for a Kenyan telecoms firm Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 September 2013 How Kenyan entrepreneur Dennis Makori has grown a $50m telecommunications business.
Africa’s residential market offers ‘new frontiers’ for property investors Published by Staff Writer on 11 September 2013 Urbanisation is boosting demand for residential properties, which could be an opportunity for investors.
Meet the Boss: Holden Marshall, managing director, Resilient Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 10 September 2013 “I don’t take things personally – if they work, they work, if they don’t, they don’t.”
Real estate in Africa: Possibilities for property pioneers Published by Maria Kruger and Christy Hobson on 10 September 2013 Real estate players highlight challenges to property development on the continent.
Fastjet CEO Ed Winter shares his plans for low-cost air travel in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 9 September 2013 Fastjet is determined to lower the cost of flying in Africa.
A Kenyan TV producer shares her thoughts on the business of showbiz Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 9 September 2013 A Kenyan TV producer shares how she started out on her own.
High population growth in Africa: A mixed blessing Published by Claire Schaffnit-Chatterjee on 9 September 2013 Sub-Saharan Africa’s population is growing fast. How can transformation keep up?
Counting matters! Statistics are the backbone of proper planning Published by Carlos Lopes on 6 September 2013 Outdated and incorrect data can skew perceptions about Africa’s growth.
Jumia bets on Kenyan e-commerce market Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 6 September 2013 How we made it in Africa interviews online shopping platform boss.
Emerging trends in Nigeria’s insurance sector Published by Anthony Sarpong on 4 September 2013 A look at Nigeria’s changing insurance industry.
Ghana-based food manufacturer taking on established players Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 September 2013 Food production company in Ghana believes it can compete with multinationals.
iROKO co-founder explains why he is investing in Nigeria’s internet space Published by Kate Douglas on 3 September 2013 The number of internet startups in Nigeria is growing, and show potential for investment.
Property development in Africa holds great potential but you need to know the risks Published by Kate Douglas on 2 September 2013 While Africa holds great potential for commercial property development, the industry faces many challenges.