Hotel operator pursuing opportunities in Nigeria Published by Jaco Maritz on 20 January 2011 “We look at Nigeria as almost a continent within a continent.”
Why South Africa could be an attractive base for foreign private equity funds Published by J-P Fourie on 19 January 2011 Recent changes in legislation are paving the way for South Africa to serve as the hub for private equity funds looking to invest in the African continent.
Unpacking the Tunisia crisis Published by Zin Bekkali on 18 January 2011 Images of people rioting in the streets don’t reflect well upon a country’s image abroad. This is especially the case for countries that are popular tourist destinations.
Will East Africa adopt a single currency? Published by Claude Harding on 17 January 2011 East African Community states will today start discussions on the establishment of a monetary union and the adoption of a single currency throughout the region.
Dangote Group president outlines reasons for its investment in Zambia Published by Staff Writer on 17 January 2011 Zambia’s high level of urbanisation as well as the government’s efforts to reduce dependence on copper, has motivated Nigeria’s Dangote Group to build a cement factory in the country.
Vodacom says it may sell DRC unit Published by Claude Harding on 15 January 2011 South African mobile operator Vodacom Group may consider selling its Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) business, Bloomberg reported today.
Should South Africa be a BRIC country? Published by Claude Harding on 15 January 2011 Jim O’Neill, chairman of Goldman Sachs Asset Management, says it is not entirely obvious to him why the other BRIC nations should have agreed to the inclusion of South Africa in the grouping.
UAC and Tiger Brands conclude joint venture deal Published by Staff Writer on 15 January 2011 UAC of Nigeria (UACN), a Nigerian diversified company, and Tiger Brands, a South African fast-moving consumer goods firm, have concluded a deal to form a strategic partnership.
Toshiba targeting African market with new manufacturing plant in Egypt Published by Claude Harding on 14 January 2011 Japanese electronics group Toshiba Corporation is aggressively targeting the African market with its range of TV models.
Airlines benefiting from high demand for flights to southern Sudan Published by Claude Harding on 14 January 2011 Business Daily yesterday reported that Kenya’s airlines are benefiting from more traffic to southern Sudan as the country’s week-long referendum drives demand.
Norwegian fertiliser firm betting on growth in Tanzania’s agriculture sector Published by Claude Harding on 13 January 2011 Norwegian-based global fertiliser company Yara International has announced a US$20 million investment into a new fertiliser terminal at the port in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Mozambique set to continue showing solid GDP growth Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 12 January 2011 While its stock exchange has not developed at a rate one would have like, Mozambique’s overall economy has continued to show strong growth.
Malawian insurer to benefit from Sanlam’s expertise Published by Claude Harding on 11 January 2011 South African financial services group Sanlam is to buy a 49% stake in Malawi’s NICO Life Insurance Company Limited.
Looking to do business in Zimbabwe? Read Imara’s 2011 outlook Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 11 January 2011 The “talk” of elections in 2011 will be the main theme in political and business circles.