South African company buys stake in Nigeria’s Mr Bigg’s fast food chain Published by Jaco Maritz on 16 September 2013 Famous Brands has announced a deal to acquire a stake in Nigeria’s UAC Restaurants.
Africa shakes off its Wild West image Published by Sanlam Investment Management on 16 September 2013 Success in Africa hinges on assessing and breaking down the barriers to doing business, and taking risks.
Dubai group’s purchase of Kenyan auto company marks start of investment in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 September 2013 Dubai-based Al-Futtaim Group’s purchase of CMC Holdings marks move into sub-Saharan Africa.
Juhudi Kilimo couples loans with training for smallholder farmers in Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 September 2013 Social enterprise Juhudi Kilimo offers loans and training to farmers in rural Kenya.
Growth first, returns later, says African e-commerce group Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 13 September 2013 “We believe that e-commerce is going to leapfrog lots of traditional businesses.”
African ideas can work in Dubai, says Kenyan entrepreneur Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 13 September 2013 “I am an ideas person. I like variety. I don’t like the day to day of running a business.”
Investment bank identifies four African countries that continue to surprise Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 September 2013 Rand Merchant Bank highlights growth in Ghana, Rwanda and Ethiopia.
There is a first mover advantage in francophone Africa, says expert Published by Kate Douglas on 12 September 2013 French-speaking African countries offer just as much investment potential as their English-speaking counterparts.
Guinea-Bissau holds untapped business potential, but challenges remain Published by Jaco Maritz on 12 September 2013 Despite political and economic difficulties, Guinea-Bissau does offer numerous untapped business opportunities.
When is the right time to study an MBA? Published by Staff Writer on 12 September 2013 Studying towards an MBA is a significant financial and time commitment.
Maintaining focus has led to success for a Kenyan telecoms firm Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 September 2013 How Kenyan entrepreneur Dennis Makori has grown a $50m telecommunications business.
Private sector eyeing opportunities in Africa’s healthcare industry Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 September 2013 The healthcare sector offers opportunities for investment across Africa.
China pledges $43m grant to South Sudan mining industry Published by Andrew Green on 11 September 2013 China invests in South Sudan’s as yet unexploited mineral deposits.
Africa’s residential market offers ‘new frontiers’ for property investors Published by Staff Writer on 11 September 2013 Urbanisation is boosting demand for residential properties, which could be an opportunity for investors.
