How Laetitia Mukungu started her own farming business at the age of 14 Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 December 2013 Laetitia Mukungu is not your average teenager.
How Mandela’s death could influence investment in South Africa Published by Bruce Donald on 11 December 2013 Economist Bruce Donald looks at the effects Mandela’s passing may have on South Africa’s economy.
Family businesses in Rwanda ‘need to improve their financial records’ Published by Kate Douglas on 10 December 2013 Many businesses are denied funding as their records are not up to scratch.
Making sure your business strategy remains relevant in 2014 Published by Business Partners team on 10 December 2013 Entrepreneurs need to rethink their business strategies alongside economic conditions.
Mobile advertising in Africa: not there yet, but it should be Published by Kate Douglas on 6 December 2013 Advertisers have been slow to adapt to mobile technology.
Cross-border deal making in Africa expected to rise in 2014 Published by Kate Douglas on 5 December 2013 Report projects growth in number of M&A between companies in different African countries.
Eight reasons why foreign investors aren’t funding African entrepreneurs Published by Kate Douglas on 4 December 2013 Regulations, strong exchange control and small returns deter foreign investment in African startups.
Moving goods in Africa – what you need to know Published by Tielman Nieuwoudt on 4 December 2013 Tielman Nieuwoudt offers advice on supply chain management in Africa.
A global view is essential when assessing the effects of US Federal Reserve tapering Published by Mohammed Nalla on 4 December 2013 The US Federal Reserve Bank’s quantitative easing programme has repercussions for South Africa.
Google tailors products to African markets Published by Kate Douglas on 28 November 2013 Most Africans access the internet via their phones, affecting how Google develops new services.
Correctly structured insurance is vital for companies moving into Africa Published by Alvin Dye on 28 November 2013 Companies expanding into Africa need a good understanding of the local environment, laws and regulations to properly manage risk.
Innovative mobile payments technology once again comes from Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 26 November 2013 Oltio head talks about a new mobile payments system, and what it could mean for Africa’s SMEs.
Poultry demand in Africa likely to continue growing, but not all local producers are benefitting Published by Jaco Maritz on 26 November 2013 Poultry industry operators need the right business strategies to thrive in Africa.
Burnout is best stopped before it starts, research shows Published by Staff Writer on 25 November 2013 Managing stress and burnout in employees lowers absenteeism rates, increases productivity and decreases the costs associated with high staff turnover.
