Five lessons learnt from doing business research in Africa Published by Mohamed Zin El Abidine on 7 January 2014 Conducting business in the continent can often be challenging, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be fun.
Crisis in South Sudan shows major business risks remain in parts of Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 6 January 2014 Recent violence in South Sudan could erase much of the country’s progress since independence.
Addressing the need to open Africa’s skies Published by Lee Crawfurd on 3 January 2014 At present over a quarter of air routes in Africa are served by only one carrier.
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.
Addressing Africa’s infrastructure deficit Published by Bill Banks on 16 December 2013 When it comes to addressing the infrastructure deficit in Africa, it’s all about the preparation.
Moving goods in Africa – what you need to know Published by Tielman Nieuwoudt on 4 December 2013 Tielman Nieuwoudt offers advice on supply chain management in Africa.
China’s investment in Africa is positive, says advisor Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 2 December 2013 The Sino-Africa Centre of Excellence is focused on improving relations between Africa and China.
Google tailors products to African markets Published by Kate Douglas on 28 November 2013 Most Africans access the internet via their phones, affecting how Google develops new services.
‘Regional expansion is only logical,’ says Britam Group CEO Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 21 November 2013 CEO Benson Wairegi highlights an effective team as integral to the success of his company.
Africa should focus on economic diversity Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 14 November 2013 Professor Lemma Senbet urges African economies not to base growth only on natural resources.
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.”
Meet the Boss: Stewart van Graan, managing director, Dell South Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 November 2013 “I believe that the basis for entrepreneurship is experience.”
Meet the Boss: TAD Watts, managing director, Boskovic Air Charters Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 November 2013 Aviation boss highlights security as an issue Kenya needs to address.
AfDB reports significant opportunities of shale gas production in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 8 November 2013 It is vital that shale gas production be accompanied by good environmental planning and management.
