Renewables and Africa’s energy future Published by Thomas Ladner on 5 July 2017 The cost of renewables – particularly solar panels – has fallen significantly over recent years, bringing mass produced clean energy into the realms of reality.
Nigeria 19th most attractive investment destination in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 27 June 2017 The short- to medium-term focus of the Nigerian government is to reduce imports and address primary sector blockages.
Investors seek strong corporate governance Published by Thomas Ladner on 19 June 2017 If governance regulations are strengthened, this can help companies, investors and national economies deal with future shocks.
Serving sustainable jobs in the hospitality industry Published by Adrian Leuenberger on 14 June 2017 The hospitality sector and its role in the value chain is not merely a necessary accompaniment to economic growth or an afterthought to infrastructure development.
Africa’s economic headwinds are subsiding Published by Seedwell Hove on 6 June 2017 The region’s growth is rebounding, but remains variegated.
Better times ahead for Ghana’s economy Published by Lacina Balma on 6 June 2017 The medium-term prospects point towards a recovery of economic growth.
Kenya 15th most attractive investment destination in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 12 May 2017 Kenyan economy is doing favourably, however, economic headwinds can dampen investor sentiment.
Botswana – the most attractive investment destination in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 19 April 2017 Botswana’s strategic location, skilled workforce and a politically stable environment have attracted the attention of international investors.
With adequate infrastructure, African firms could boost productivity by up to 40% Published by Mthuli Ncube on 29 March 2017 Infrastructure development lowers the costs of doing business and supports growth and economic development.
Building resilience in the energy-food-water nexus Published by Jeremy Wakeford on 12 October 2016 Treating energy, food and water systems independently of each other can result in critical system linkages and vulnerabilities being underappreciated.
A variegated picture of the global economy and its spillovers Published by Mthuli Ncube on 9 September 2016 The positive global growth spillovers of a stronger US economy will be countered by negative growth spillovers from China.
Unlocking infrastructure potential in Africa: The role of sovereign wealth funds Published by Seedwell Hove on 1 September 2016 The World Bank estimates that about US$93bn is required annually to meet the continent’s infrastructure needs, but only half of that amount is currently being met.