Transparency needed to curb Africa’s loss of $38bn through trade mispricing Published by Kate Douglas on 10 February 2014 The Africa Progress Panel reports that Africa loses more through illicit outflows than it receives through foreign investment.
Nigerian designer carves niche for her ‘Made in Africa’ luxury handbags Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 February 2014 “The market is huge and there really is space for everyone,” says Zashadu Bags founder.
A look at the role resources have played in Africa’s growth story Published by Kate Douglas on 7 February 2014 “Minerals are not a curse. They can certainly be the best boon,” says Chamber of Mines of South Africa boss.
Meet the Boss: Pradeep Paunrana, managing director, ARM Cement Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 February 2014 “Do whatever you do well, do it to perfection, give it your best,” advises Kenyan manufacturer.
Investec Asset Management targets mid-sized African companies Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 February 2014 Investec recently invested in Nigeria-based Daraju Industries, which manufactures affordable home and personal care products.
Savannah Fund looking for ‘the winners’ among Africa’s tech startups Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 6 February 2014 “The best startups tend to be foreigners who come in because they have toiled,” says tech fund boss.
Unemployed Liberian youth gravitate to sports gambling Published by Prince Collins on 6 February 2014 Regulated by the government, sports betting is taking off in Liberia.
Young entrepreneur sees big potential in underserviced South African townships Published by Kate Douglas on 5 February 2014 “My main aim is to own the township market which is a market that hasn’t been tapped.”
A tool to help you make those difficult decisions Published by Wolfgang Fengler on 5 February 2014 Wolfgang Fengler shares his decision matrix to assist in weighing up options and listing priorities.
From small family business to major cement company Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 5 February 2014 ARM Cement boss says families do not have to own 100% of their businesses to achieve growth.
‘What makes me hopeful for Africa’ Published by Martin Tronquit on 5 February 2014 Martin Tronquit shares a story about how a Kenyan taxi driver is getting into property development.
Ocean Basket continues South African brands’ foray into rest of continent Published by Jaco Maritz on 4 February 2014 Restaurant company targets East Africa’s growing middle class with seafood chain.
Company boss shares thoughts on doing business in troubled northern Nigeria Published by Kate Douglas on 4 February 2014 While violence can disrupt operations, Carl Commodities boss thinks it is still possible to be successful in the region.
Foreign investors still wary of challenges facing mining projects in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 4 February 2014 Political instability, protective regulations and access to funding constrain mining companies in Africa.
