Africa: ‘my last posting for my career’ Published by Kate Douglas on 22 September 2012 How we made it in Africa talks to James Deiotte, Ernst & Young’s new Africa Tax Leader, on his decision to relocate to Africa.
Interview: Dominic Adu, CEO, Ghana Home Loans Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 21 September 2012 How we made it in Africa’s Dinfin Mulupi interviews Dominic Adu, chief executive of Ghana Home Loans about how the business was started and Ghana’s mortgage market.
Uganda’s oil deposits 40% higher than earlier believed Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 20 September 2012 Uganda’s oil deposits are 40% higher than earlier believed.
Why South Africa should take the rest of the continent seriously Published by Ivor Ichikowitz on 19 September 2012 The growth of other African economies can teach South Africa a thing or two, says Ivor Ichikowitz
Zambia attracts strong interest from international investor community Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 18 September 2012 Last week was a watershed moment for Zambia, as the country saw the hugely successful issuance of its debut US$750m record-breaking Eurobond on the international market.
Connecting Kenyan tech entrepreneurs with global expertise Published by Kate Douglas on 17 September 2012 “We want to give the possibility to everyone to set up and be a part of a large, strong African tech ecosystem.”
How Lois Gicheru is moving Kenya towards green energy Published by Kate Douglas on 14 September 2012 “Passion is the main trait an entrepreneur should have because when the chips are down it is the only trait that will fuel your hope.”
Interview: The man behind Africa’s answer to the iPad and iPhone Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 September 2012 How we made it in Africa speaks to Vérone Mankou, the 26 year old entrepreneur behind the African designed Way-C tablet.
From Juba to Nairobi – how companies are making money on the new frontier Published by Peter Guest on 12 September 2012 “As in all emergent markets, first movers stand to win – and win big,” says Peter Guest, journalist and author of Africa’s Century: Making Money On The New Frontier.
How to reach 200 million people by bicycle Published by Funmi Akinluyi on 10 September 2012 If you are an investor that believes in the rise of African mass consumption, the food industry is probably one of the best ways to capture the long term opportunity.
Interview: The business of flowers in Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 September 2012 Jane Ngige, chief executive of the Kenya Flower Council, speaks about the potential, challenges and future prospects of floriculture.
Five trends driving Nigeria’s investment allure Published by Kate Douglas on 8 September 2012 In a recent report by Standard Bank, analysts Simon Freemantle and Jeremy Stevens outlined five trends powering Nigeria’s appeal to investors.
Company targets Kenyans ‘aspiring to drink wine, eat cheese and smoke cigars’ Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 7 September 2012 Delia Stirling and her husband Andy run one of Kenya’s leading cheese producing companies, Brown’s Cheese.
Social entrepreneur connects African women to global e-commerce Published by Kate Douglas on 4 September 2012 “We believe that women are Africa’s greatest untapped resource,” says Ella Peinovich.