Addis Ababa airport – a view into a parallel world Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 November 2016 The four hours I spent waiting for my next flight provided some comfort in the wake of Trump, Brexit and growing nationalism.
Outsourcing key to start-up success, says DealDey CEO Published by Kate Douglas on 17 November 2016 The Nigerian deals website learned this lesson the hard way.
South African company predicts Trump win (and Brexit) where polls fail Published by Kate Douglas on 15 November 2016 BrandsEye is using social media to find out what people really think.
Developing new sources of growth in Liberia Published by Patrick Hettinger on 15 November 2016 Infrastructure improvements and commercial gold exports will help diversify the economy.
Can the rand rescue Zimbabwe’s economy? Published by Simon Allison on 15 November 2016 Zimbabwe’s economic malaise could be eased by monetary reform – but the real challenge is a political one.
Angola is diversifying from oil Published by Otavio Veras on 15 November 2016 In order to remain a stable, growing country, it also needs to address its economic inequality.
The company trying to make northern Nigeria a tech hub Published by Justin Probyn on 14 November 2016 Changing the region’s work culture is half the battle.
South African students are demanding free university: Here’s how to achieve it Published by Kate Douglas on 14 November 2016 Experts discuss possible solutions to the country’s tertiary education crisis.
Naira floats again, but not freely enough Published by Cavan Osborne on 12 November 2016 Fund manager writes about his recent trip to Nigeria.
Why MTN is venturing into livestock tracking in Nigeria Published by Kate Douglas on 10 November 2016 The telco is set to launch its mobile app to help cattle owners and herdsmen monitor and track their livestock.
Homegrown companies top list of east Africa’s best brands Published by Nelly Murungi on 10 November 2016 A look at the Superbrands East Africa winners.
From cows to cars: Where this insurer sees potential in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 9 November 2016 Liberty sees growth coming from African markets beyond South Africa.
How former Jumia MD is selling groceries online in Nigeria Published by Kate Douglas on 8 November 2016 Supermart is a Nigerian e-commerce website dedicated to grocery shopping.
South Africa: Still the gateway to Africa? Published by Matthew M. Sandretto on 8 November 2016 Looking at its transport infrastructure, location and internal opportunities.
