Counting matters! Statistics are the backbone of proper planning Published by Carlos Lopes on 6 September 2013 Outdated and incorrect data can skew perceptions about Africa’s growth.
Meet the Boss: Kura Chihota, CEO, Ascendant Property Fund Published by Kate Douglas on 6 September 2013 “Do what you can with what you have, where you are.”
Niger and DRC: Frustrating environments with untapped retail potential Published by Kate Douglas on 5 September 2013 Retail growth opportunities in some African countries are restricted by regulatory and political situations.
Dream big: Have a global vision from the start, says manufacturing boss Published by Kate Douglas on 4 September 2013 “I believe entrepreneurs are the drummers of any society and determine the rhythm of a country’s economy.”
Emerging trends in Nigeria’s insurance sector Published by Anthony Sarpong on 4 September 2013 A look at Nigeria’s changing insurance industry.
Resilience is a must-have to succeed in the fickle tourism industry Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 4 September 2013 If at first you don’t succeed, try and try and try again.
Be the boss and not the mother in your business, advises entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 3 September 2013 A South African couple turned a crippling experience into a good business opportunity.
Property development in Africa holds great potential but you need to know the risks Published by Kate Douglas on 2 September 2013 While Africa holds great potential for commercial property development, the industry faces many challenges.
Beyond Lagos: looking at Nigeria’s retail potential Published by Kate Douglas on 30 August 2013 Shopping centre developer Resilient Africa is targeting many of Nigeria’s secondary cities.
Stay focused, have vision and build a good team, says business MD Published by Kate Douglas on 27 August 2013 How we made it in Africa talks to SureSwipe managing director, Paul Kent.
Creating a work-life balance: advice to female business owners Published by Staff Writer on 23 August 2013 Juggling a startup business and a family can be challenging.
South African firms need to tap into opportunities in rest of continent, says Martyn Davies Published by Kate Douglas on 21 August 2013 “We are arguably losing ground to many other competitors in the region.”
Entrepreneur says training is key to keeping staff motivated Published by Kate Douglas on 20 August 2013 How we made it in Africa talks to Lewis Thomas, founder of Partners Hair Design in South Africa.
Businesswoman explains how to build a top retail company from scratch Published by Kate Douglas on 19 August 2013 From its humble beginnings, Hirsch’s has become a successful retailer in South Africa.
