South Africa

A glimpse into Africa’s universities and business schools of the future: Q&A with Prof. Zaheer Hamid

Published by Staff Writer on 2 July 2019

Higher education institutions need to adapt if they are to remain relevant and offer their students skills that can be applied in the real world.

Mohammad Amir Anwar: Most call centre jobs are a dead end for South Africa’s youth

Published by Mohammad Amir Anwar on 19 June 2019

Unlike their South African counterparts, Indian call centre workers have better career prospects, writes Mohammad Amir Anwar.

The journey so far: Margaret Hirsch, co-founder, Hirsch’s

Published by Nelly Murungi on 1 June 2019

‘My advice to entrepreneurs is to never borrow a cent. Sell your skills, in the beginning, to get yourself money.’

Billionaire Christo Wiese’s impeccable timing: Judging the diamond market just right

Published by TJ Strydom on 6 May 2019

Well-known for his business acumen in the retail industry, South African businessman Wiese timed the purchase and sale of a diamond mine to perfection.

Meet the Boss: Michelle Olckers, Co-CEO, Mazars South Africa

Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 April 2019

‘Opportunities follow positivity.’

Proudly South African: Four entrepreneurs bringing successful products to the market

Published by Old Mutual on 25 March 2019

These four South African businesses show how to harness consumer trends and solve social challenges.

Wouter Bam & Karolien De Bruyne: Beneficiation might not be a silver bullet

Published by Wouter Bam and Karolien De Bruyne on 20 March 2019

New analysis indicates that a strict beneficiation policy might not lead to optimal developmental outcomes.

Startup snapshot: Innovative solution to reuse greywater

Published by Staff Writer on 16 March 2019

Interview with green tech pioneer.

Meet the Boss: Phathizwe Malinga, managing director, SqwidNet

Published by Justin Probyn on 14 March 2019

‘The workplace professional is no different to the sports professional. Practice a lot.’

The journey so far: Glenn Gillis, MD, Sea Monster

Published by Justin Probyn on 28 February 2019

‘If you plan to succeed, you have to keep backing yourself.’

Meet the Boss: Peter Tshiguvho, CEO, Metropolitan Retail

Published by Justin Probyn on 26 February 2019

When I see someone like Elon Musk, who is influencing the whole world despite where he comes from, I say to myself, ‘Why can’t I do exactly the same, regardless of where I grew up?’

Startup snapshot: Allowing African artists to sidestep the gallery curator

Published by Justin Probyn on 19 February 2019

Wezart is an art marketplace that helps local African artists sell to the rest of the world.

Africa in 2019: What businesspeople need to look out for

Published by Martyn Davies on 17 February 2019

2019 is set to be the year of uncertain sentiment, most notably due to global trade tensions and protectionist strategies.

The journey so far: Sandras Phiri, MD, Africa Trust Academy

Published by Justin Probyn on 31 January 2019

‘I believe that getting paying customers is a measure of business success.’

South Africa

A glimpse into Africa’s universities and business schools of the future: Q&A with Prof. Zaheer Hamid

Mohammad Amir Anwar: Most call centre jobs are a dead end for South Africa’s youth

The journey so far: Margaret Hirsch, co-founder, Hirsch’s

Billionaire Christo Wiese’s impeccable timing: Judging the diamond market just right

Meet the Boss: Michelle Olckers, Co-CEO, Mazars South Africa

Proudly South African: Four entrepreneurs bringing successful products to the market

Wouter Bam & Karolien De Bruyne: Beneficiation might not be a silver bullet

Startup snapshot: Innovative solution to reuse greywater

Meet the Boss: Phathizwe Malinga, managing director, SqwidNet

The journey so far: Glenn Gillis, MD, Sea Monster

Meet the Boss: Peter Tshiguvho, CEO, Metropolitan Retail

Startup snapshot: Allowing African artists to sidestep the gallery curator

Africa in 2019: What businesspeople need to look out for

The journey so far: Sandras Phiri, MD, Africa Trust Academy

How this French serial entrepreneur started investing in Africa

What it takes to build a logistics network from scratch in West Africa

Building a restaurant chain in Nigeria: The story of Toasties

Where this investor sees the best opportunities in Africa

Gyms in Nigeria: ‘We could be a thousand times larger’

Sell first, produce later

From beverage cans to gyms: Verod’s investment playbook for West Africa

‘All businesses are hard,’ says Tanzanian entrepreneur

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