African IT entrepreneurs should think globally, advises a Google Africa head Published by Kate Douglas on 25 November 2013 “There is no reason why the next Bill Gates shouldn’t come from Africa.”
Why Africa is an ‘exciting’ market for SAP Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 November 2013 “We can help local companies compete and be as good as the multinationals coming to Africa.”
Facebook in Africa: mobile phones and SME advertisers are key Published by Kate Douglas on 21 November 2013 Facebook is trying to grow its penetration on the continent by partnering with mobile operators and developers in Africa.
South African agri-focused businesses show increasing interest in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 21 November 2013 With the land and water resources, Africa has the potential to meet the world’s food needs.
Expanding your business into Africa? Published by Anli Dowling on 21 November 2013 Tips and issues companies should keep in mind when growing their businesses in other African countries.
A toast to South Africa’s growing black middle class Published by Benjamin Duerr on 20 November 2013 The rise of the black middle class has knock-on effects for consumer-driven and property industries.
Top US private equity players share their thoughts on investment in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 19 November 2013 Carlyle Group co-founder David Rubenstein highlights sub-Saharan Africa as a region for possible future investment.
The sweet side of Kenafric Industries’ diversified business Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 19 November 2013 From confectionery to footwear and stationery, Kenya’s Kenafric Industries has built a successful brand.
How can African stock exchanges encourage more listings? Published by Kate Douglas on 19 November 2013 Listing and legal fees, and little chance to earn significant capital deter multinationals from listing on local stock exchanges.
Business opportunities opening up on remote island of St Helena Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 November 2013 St Helena officials hope the development of an international airport will grow the island’s economy.
Spinlet has turned the needs of African music lovers into a business Published by Kate Douglas on 18 November 2013 Online music platform Spinlet makes African music accessible across the continent.
Analyst looks at where Porsche should seek to expand in Africa Published by Neil King on 18 November 2013 Euromonitor’s household income data suggests African countries where Porsche may do good business.
How we made it in Africa wins Bronze at top digital publishing awards Published by Staff Writer on 15 November 2013 How we made it in Africa wins Bronze in the Specialist Publisher category of The Bookmarks awards.
Africa should focus on economic diversity Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 14 November 2013 Professor Lemma Senbet urges African economies not to base growth only on natural resources.
