Business in Africa based on personal relationships, says scaffolding boss Published by Kate Douglas on 25 August 2014 “You cannot do business in Africa via the internet or emails, one has to physically visit potential customers.”
Communications boss on entrepreneurship and how to target your market Published by Kate Douglas on 21 August 2014 “African companies have the potential to be global leaders within many industries.”
What a weak South Africa means for the rest of the continent Published by Kate Douglas on 20 August 2014 Business leaders debate the impact that a weakening South African economy has on the rest of the continent.
Talking business and exporting to Africa with Entrepreneur of the Year finalist Published by Kate Douglas on 19 August 2014 “Although we export all over the world, Africa is our main focus market.”
Which African cities will offer the best opportunities in the coming years? Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 August 2014 PwC says investors should look beyond Lagos, Kinshasa and Johannesburg.
Don’t put your eggs in one basket, says animal health entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 15 August 2014 South African entrepreneur explains why product diversification has helped his business grow in Southern Africa.
Don’t write off South Africa just yet, says Standard Bank CEO Published by Kate Douglas on 12 August 2014 “Yes, there are issues. There are service delivery protests, there are strikes, but those are illustrative of a healthy democracy.”
The rise of Africa’s banking champions Published by KPMG Africa on 11 August 2014 There has been a rapid expansion of banking activities across the continent in recent years.
‘While the US may be late to the party, it has a lot to offer Africa’ Published by Staff Writer on 5 August 2014 “US companies can do very well in Africa provided they put in the effort to understand the continent’s markets in detail.”
Johannesburg – the Empire City strikes back Published by Simon Allison on 4 August 2014 Johannesburg, South Africa’s economic capital, makes a comeback after white flight, overcrowding and neglect led to the decline of the inner city.
Malaria testing for under $1: Entrepreneur talks mixing business and science Published by Kate Douglas on 4 August 2014 South African Ashley Uys explains how he started manufacturing low-cost medical diagnostic test kits.
Africa’s local dynamos: Five companies changing the rules of business Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 August 2014 These “local dynamos” are winning customers through innovative business models.
US-Africa trade: A look at the real issues around AGOA Published by Kate Douglas on 1 August 2014 How successful has AGOA been in the past 14 years and what future does it hold for Africa?
Is South Africa really at threat of being excluded from AGOA? Published by Kate Douglas on 30 July 2014 Experts debate the future of AGOA for South Africa and what it would mean for Africa if the country was excluded.