Cameroon insight: Anglophone crisis may prolong economic decline Published by Mark Bohlund on 3 October 2017 If the economy continues to weaken it could threaten the CFA franc’s peg against the euro.
Businesswoman builds company that thrives in Africa’s tough and remote areas Published by Jaco Maritz on 26 July 2017 ‘Plan A has never worked for any project that we’ve undertaken or invested in. I always look at plan M, N, O, P or Q.’
Congolese inventor has a solution to get rural Africa emailing Published by Kate Douglas on 25 July 2017 A device that makes sending an email over 100-times cheaper.
How German firms can tap into Africa’s diversification drive Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 February 2017 ‘Where I do see significant opportunities is in the midstream and downstream petroleum industry.’
Understanding Cameroon’s untapped business opportunities Published by Kate Douglas on 16 January 2017 NJ Ayuk, CEO of Centurion Law Group, shares where he sees opportunities in Cameroon.
On-the-ground realities in central Africa different to investors’ perceptions Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 December 2016 Doing business in French-speaking central Africa is often different to what prospective investors assume, according to private equity boss.
Start-up snapshot: The Cameroonian company using fish to farm crops – and vice versa Published by Justin Probyn on 30 November 2016 Save Our Agriculture is a start-up that focuses on producing aquaponics kits.
Retrenchment a blessing in disguise for ambitious entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 13 October 2016 From oil and gas to vending machines, mangoes and ICT.
Central Africa offers growth potential for airline industry, but challenges remain Published by Jaco Maritz on 19 September 2016 Lufthansa country manager weighs in on regional opportunities.
Why Chad is sponsoring a French football team Published by Kate Douglas on 8 September 2016 FC Metz’s new player jerseys now bear the slogan, ‘Tchad: Oasis du Sahel’ (‘Chad: Oasis of the Sahel’). Here is why.
American entrepreneur’s journey from finance to running an ICT company in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 5 September 2016 ‘The guy who is going to make it is the one who sticks in there, who doesn’t take no for an answer, and who goes down the unbeaten trail.’
Cash from trash: Indian company takes advantage of hazardous waste opportunity Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 September 2016 Taking care of oil sludge and medical waste can be good business.
Building an oil industry hub in the Gulf of Guinea Published by Jaco Maritz on 19 August 2016 Luba Freeport’s goal is to be a base for West and Central Africa’s oil industry.
DRC economy: The giant awakens Published by Franck Kuwonu on 8 August 2016 Despite conflict, investors continue to pour money into the Great Lakes region.
