Nigeria: Finding opportunities where others fear to tread Published by Andrew Lapping on 16 May 2017 Allan Gray’s primary area of interest in Nigeria is the financial sector, where sentiment is truly extreme.
Why this private equity firm is betting on a Kenyan biscuit manufacturer Published by Kate Douglas on 16 May 2017 Opportunities in the biscuit business in Kenya and beyond.
Namibia is a winning tourist attraction, but could tap deeper into visitors’ wallets Published by Kate Douglas on 15 May 2017 Tourists travelling Namibia have to use their cash sparingly as it can be difficult to draw money at tourist destinations, and many shops and fuel stations only accept cash.
‘It’s good to fail sometimes’: The story of a Kenyan manufacturing business Published by Staff Writer on 12 May 2017 Bharat Shah, vice-chairman and past managing director of Kenafric Industries, shares lessons learned from decades in business.
Is South Africa a gateway for China’s investment in Africa? Published by Natalie Mao on 9 May 2017 South Africa can no longer take its role as a gateway to Africa for granted.
Expanding to Botswana? Not a ‘crazy’ idea for South African retailer Published by Justin Probyn on 9 May 2017 Despite having a relatively small population of about 2.2 million people, The Crazy Store sees potential in Botswana.
South African private equity continues to endure despite slowing growth Published by Staff Writer on 9 May 2017 Despite South Africa’s contracted economic growth forecast at the end of 2016, the performance of the private equity industry ended the year on a positive trajectory.
Meet the Boss: Kevin Lennett, managing director, The Crazy Store Published by Justin Probyn on 7 May 2017 Kevin Lennett answers our questions.
Back to black: Egypt’s CEOs bullish on future growth Published by Robert Tashima on 3 May 2017 Egypt has had a tough few years, but the worst might be over.
Seven things to know about how Kenya’s emerging affluent manage their money Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 May 2017 Owning property is a significant objective, but saving for their children’s education is an even greater priority.
Investors need to approach Nigeria with caution Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 May 2017 Chris Newson, director for Africa private markets at Investec Asset Management, shares his thoughts on the Nigerian economy.
Lagos now ranked among world’s cheapest cities in USD terms Published by Justin Probyn on 1 May 2017 Nigeria has been experiencing significant economic headwinds due to the fall in the price of oil.
Investors have high hopes for Ghana, says finance minister Published by Peter Clottey on 28 April 2017 To achieve its goal, Ghana abolished 14 ‘nuisance taxes’.
In Tanzania, unemployed youths turn to agriculture Published by Oluwabusayo Sotunde on 28 April 2017 The story of a Tanzanian journalist turned agripreneur.
