Profit-making idea: Backward integration the ‘secret’ to Dangote’s success Published by Jaco Maritz on 10 October 2017 ‘In Nigeria we are learning how to produce the entire value chain,’ says the Nigerian businessman.
At age 36, this Nigerian already has a lifetime of business successes and scars to show Published by Oluwabusayomi Sotunde on 9 October 2017 Battle-hardened entrepreneur shares his story.
The journey so far: Zandre Campos, CEO, ABO Capital Published by Staff Writer on 9 October 2017 ‘While it is important to know the details of your business, you also need to hire strong staff and delegate control to them.’
South African company tapping into low-carb diet trend with ‘pasta from veg’ Published by Jaco Maritz on 6 October 2017 We ask Bruce Glazer, joint CEO at Dew Crisp, about business opportunities in the low-carb space.
Startup snapshot: Capitalising on the continent’s mobile marketing opportunity Published by Justin Probyn on 6 October 2017 ‘… we paid the so-called school-fees of learning the business and failing a lot along the way.’
Cameroon insight: Anglophone crisis may prolong economic decline Published by Mark Bohlund on 3 October 2017 If the economy continues to weaken it could threaten the CFA franc’s peg against the euro.
Rwanda dials up investment opportunities by playing to its strengths Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 October 2017 Why Rwanda? What opportunities are there for business to leverage the country’s welcoming environment?
Here’s why South Africa’s online shoppers keep coming back for more Published by Mercy Mpinganjira on 2 October 2017 Four main factors influenced consumers’ attitudes and intentions to shop at a particular online store again.
What benefits can Africa derive from the BRICS partnership? Published by Richard Li on 1 October 2017 While Africa currently has more significant links with China and India, BRICS provides an avenue to reach out to Brazil and Russia as well.
The business case for Cameroon’s first premier cinema Published by Justin Probyn on 27 September 2017 The cinema will add to the leisure and entertainment offering at the new Douala Grand Mall.
Did historic court ruling wipe out nearly US$1bn from Kenya’s stock exchange? Published by Africa Check on 26 September 2017 What do the numbers show?
The challenges facing West Africa’s chocolate industry Published by Victoria Crandall on 25 September 2017 West Africa, the world’s leading cocoa producer, is grappling with the aftermath of a disastrous 2016/17 cocoa season.
Where to invest in Africa: Investment bank ranks top countries Published by Staff Writer on 18 September 2017 South Africa falls from first position and Nigeria drops out of the top 10.
Rotten tomatoes: Nigerian entrepreneur offers solution to age-old farming problem Published by Oluwabusayomi Sotunde on 18 September 2017 A for-profit solution to post-harvest losses.
