The paradox of market-dominant minorities in Africa Published by Brian Klaas on 10 October 2016 Though the economies of many African countries are dominated by minorities, politicians often choose to accept the benefits.
Volkswagen: Why now is the time to produce the Polo Vivo in Kenya Published by Justin Probyn on 7 October 2016 The last car VW produced in Kenya was the Beetle, in the 1970s.
[Podcast] The hustling mentality: How this couple started a craft-alcohol brand Published by Helen Sullivan on 6 October 2016 The founders of South Africa’s Sxollie cider talk apples, working with your spouse, and lawyer’s letters.
Is Nigeria losing its investment appeal? Published by Staff Writer on 6 October 2016 Falling commodity prices, coupled with the depreciation of the naira, have contributed to the reduction of Nigeria’s attractiveness as an investment destination in general.
Diaspora remittances prop up Zimbabwe Published by Tonderayi Mukeredzi on 4 October 2016 Zimbabwe has started to profit from the flight of human capital.
Uber sees potential for food delivery services in Africa, starting with Joburg Published by Kate Douglas on 4 October 2016 The UberEATS app was launched last week in Johannesburg’s northern suburbs.
From farmer to chef: Developing the African cuisine value chain Published by Emanuela Gregorio on 3 October 2016 New innovations in the food industry are creating attractive opportunities across the continent.
The rise of Africa’s megacities Published by Eve Strauss on 3 October 2016 Dar es Salaam, Casablanca, Nairobi and Khartoum poised for megacity status.
South Africa’s new ‘Transformer’ trucks could cut logistics costs by 20% Published by Kate Douglas on 30 September 2016 These hybrid vehicles can be used on both road and rail.
From muddling to miracle: The path to maintaining South Africa’s credit rating Published by Adrian Saville on 29 September 2016 There are essentially two issues that the ratings agencies are looking at when reaching a sovereign rating decision on South Africa.
Kenya’s developing retail market makes way for global brands Published by Nelly Murungi on 29 September 2016 The average value of consumer spending has risen by up to 67% in the last five years.
[Podcast] Reaching critical mass: Choppies CEO on becoming a pan-African supermarket Published by Kate Douglas on 28 September 2016 Listen to our interview with Choppies’ CEO, Ramachandran Ottapathu, on reaching critical mass in African markets and taking on Kenya’s local players.
The business of agriculture: Gaps, constraints and opportunities in Nigeria Published by Adefolake Adeyeye on 27 September 2016 How the country can meet demand and reduce its $11bn in food imports.
The Nigerian woman who plans to slash the cost of housing Published by Kate Douglas on 27 September 2016 Amaka Nwaokolo believes she has the solution to Nigeria’s housing deficit of 17 million.
