Foreign investors still wary of challenges facing mining projects in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 4 February 2014 Political instability, protective regulations and access to funding constrain mining companies in Africa.
Developers and homeowners revitalise Johannesburg’s inner city Published by Peter Cox on 3 February 2014 “Living in the city was a means to connect with people in an everyday, ordinary way,” says developer Dirk Bahmann.
Why South African mining is losing its appeal to Australian investors Published by Staff Writer on 31 January 2014 Investors are wary of labour strife, the nationalisation debate and government accountability in South Africa.
Understand Africa’s uniqueness and be rewarded in 2014 Published by RisCura on 30 January 2014 RisCura offers thoughts on the challenges of investing in sub-Saharan Africa.
Consumer preferences in Africa a stew of nuance and complexity Published by Dianna Games on 21 January 2014 “Companies that fail to dig deep into the consumer psyche in African markets before making a move are bound to fail.”
Domino’s Pizza aiming to be the big cheese in Nigeria Published by Kate Douglas on 20 January 2014 Expanding food brands across Nigeria involves customer education and investment in the supply chain.
Mi-Fone’s Alpesh Patel on starting a mobile phone company from scratch Published by Jaco Maritz on 20 January 2014 “We have what it takes to take on the big guys and beat them at their own game.”
Multinational brands need a change of strategy to attract African consumers Published by Staff Writer on 20 January 2014 Business models and marketing campaigns have shifted to focus on the informal economy.
Emerging markets outlook: Shaping the next decade Published by Mark Mobius on 15 January 2014 The Templeton Emerging Markets Group highlights trends that could affect investment in emerging markets.
South African brewer launches Soweto Gold craft beer brand Published by Chris Simkins on 14 January 2014 Ndumiso Madlala has launched South Africa’s first black-owned and locally brewed beer.
South African retailers have much to gain in Nigeria, says Broll Published by Staff Writer on 13 January 2014 Despite Woolworths’s failure, there are big opportunities for South African retailers in Nigeria.
African business leaders ‘must understand integrity’, says ALN boss Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 13 January 2014 African Leadership Network CEO offers insight into strengthening good leadership in the continent.
For Africa By Africa – a consumer trend to watch out for in 2014 Published by Jaco Maritz on 10 January 2014 African companies are creating products specifically for consumers on the continent.
Africa ‘has potential to grab global manufacturing opportunity’ Published by Kate Douglas on 9 January 2014 Africa should focus on developing a range of economic activities and the skills to match these.
