Guinea opening up to the outside world, but investors need a long-term mindset Published by Jaco Maritz on 16 January 2014 Despite perceptions of instability, Guinea is developing, with the government promoting its potential.
Opportunity for Ethiopian SMEs to tap into the global market Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 January 2014 Ethiopia, Africa’s second most populous country with an estimated 90m people, has thousands of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) but only a few of these businesses are currently accessing the international market.
Equatorial Guinea offering more opportunities than just oil Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 January 2014 The oil and gas industry has transformed the economy of Equatorial Guinea, a small Central African country with a population of less than 1m people.
Four things you need to know about doing business in North Africa Published by Abdoulaye Mar Dieye on 27 December 2013 Despite their geographical proximity, the countries of North Africa vary greatly. While some nations are still dealing with the effects of the Arab Spring, it is business as usual in others.
Six ideas to make a success of your African-based business in 2014 Published by Jaco Maritz on 19 December 2013 DHL country managers provide tips on doing business across the continent.
From coffee to beer to mining: A glimpse into Rwanda’s business environment Published by Kate Douglas on 12 December 2013 How we made it in Africa spends a day with DHL in Kigali, Rwanda.
Cape Verde – a model for wind power, but Euro headwinds provide a challenge Published by Jaco Maritz on 5 December 2013 Tourism is the main driver of the West African archipelago’s economy.
Why Niger might offer better opportunities for business than you think Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 November 2013 Niger boasts opportunities in the mining, retail and property industries.
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.
Business tempo picking up in Tanzania Published by Jaco Maritz on 14 November 2013 “These days the economy is opening up. Infrastructure is improving. Mobile phone penetration is growing. If Tanzania continues on this path the country should be in a very good position in the next decade.”
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.
How oil is affecting Ghana’s economy Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 October 2013 Taking a closer look at the impact that Ghana’s young oil industry is having on the economy.
Looking to do business in Burkina Faso? Seven things you need to know Published by Jaco Maritz on 15 October 2013 Burkina Faso is seeing growth in its agriculture, mining and telecommunications industries.
Learning about Ghana’s business environment with DHL Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 October 2013 “We are going to have an interesting day,” says George Okai as we drive out of the parking area of the DHL Express head office in Ghana’s capital Accra.