Multinational brewers turn to cassava for low-cost beer Published by Jaco Maritz on 4 November 2013 SABMiller and Diageo source cassava from small-scale farmers for their locally-brewed beers.
The human face of regional integration in Africa Published by Abdoulaye Mar Dieye on 1 November 2013 Regional integration can positively affect African people through job creation and freedom of movement.
GDP forecasts for four rapid-growth markets in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 25 October 2013 EY report forecasts growth rates for Egypt, Ghana, Nigeria and South Africa.
Climbing value chains: Options for African policy makers Published by Jean-Guy Afrika on 23 October 2013 There are opportunities for African firms to integrate into regional and global value chains.
North Africa ideal for investment and expansion, says consultant Published by Kate Douglas on 22 October 2013 North African countries offer business opportunities in a range of industries.
Entrepreneur talks about the business behind bat droppings in Madagascar Published by Kate Douglas on 18 October 2013 Guano is an organic alternative to chemical fertilisers, and has found success among farmers in Madagascar.
Four steps to entering sub-Saharan Africa’s food industry Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 October 2013 Rabobank advises investors looking to enter the food processing and packaging industry.
Interview: Dangote Group president and CEO Aliko Dangote Published by PwC on 17 October 2013 “The potential for growth is there. We need to transform this potential into reality.”
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.
DRC plans significant investments in power generation and agriculture Published by Peter Clottey on 15 October 2013 The DRC’s planned energy project is also aimed at alleviating poverty and aiding industrialisation.
It’s Africa’s turn for investment, but where in Africa is best? Published by KPMG Africa on 14 October 2013 Regional trade coalitions may make doing business in African countries a little easier,
Tips for African companies looking to do business in Dubai Published by Kate Douglas on 14 October 2013 African businesses could benefit from establishing branches in Dubai.
Private equity fund sees growing demand for table olives in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 11 October 2013 Agri-Vie buys 63% stake in Cape Olive Holdings to target growing condiments market.
Farming should be a priority for Africa, warns Kenya’s Chris Kirubi Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 October 2013 The continent needs modern methods and investments in agriculture to feed itself.