Failure in Nigeria is often due to poor business strategies Published by Dianna Games on 12 November 2013 Although Woolworths hasn’t gained success in Nigeria, many other South African retailers have done good business.
Analyst shares six ideas about investing in African stock markets Published by Kate Douglas on 12 November 2013 Investment manager Claire Rentzke gives insight into investing in African equity markets.
Meet the Boss: Stewart van Graan, managing director, Dell South Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 November 2013 “I believe that the basis for entrepreneurship is experience.”
Award-winning writer questions ‘Africa rising’ narrative Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 November 2013 In his new book, Peter Guest comments on the unchecked optimism about the continent’s investment potential.
Increased emerging market tourism to Africa driving new travel demands Published by Kate Douglas on 11 November 2013 Visitors to Africa are increasingly looking for family-orientated safari options.
AfDB reports significant opportunities of shale gas production in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 8 November 2013 It is vital that shale gas production be accompanied by good environmental planning and management.
How Botswana is positioning itself as a major diamond hub Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 November 2013 The gravity of the diamond world is shifting towards Botswana due to a new development in which mining company De Beers is moving its sales activities to the Southern African country.
New research reveals Africa has 42 dollar-billionaires Published by Jaco Maritz on 6 November 2013 Wealth-X and UBS census describes the profiles of Africa’s dollar-billionaires.
Why Evernote is expanding into Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 6 November 2013 Tech company Evernote is tapping into the growth of knowledge-focused businesses in Africa.
Handsome rewards for investors in Africa funds Published by Staff Writer on 6 November 2013 “Funds participating in the survey provided effective capital preservation and outperformed equity markets in the region.”
Lonely Planet ranks Malawi as a top 10 country to visit in 2014 Published by Kate Douglas on 5 November 2013 Lonely Planet says Malawi’s Majete Wildlife Reserve offers an uncrowded game viewing experience.
Think global, right from the start, says Evernote marketing vice president Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 5 November 2013 US-based Evernote’s Linda Kozlowski says African tech entrepreneurs should not restrict their businesses to just one country.
China in Africa: New challenges beyond the commodities super cycle Published by Hannah Levinger on 4 November 2013 There are indications that China’s activities in Africa will be more varied in future.
Getting the private sector involved in infrastructure development in SADC Published by Kate Douglas on 4 November 2013 The SADC recognises the importance of public-private partnerships in funding development projects.