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.
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.
The making of the middle class in Africa Published by Mthuli Ncube on 2 October 2013 The emergence of the middle class can only be sustained if strategies are put in place that expand prosperity for all.
Oil rich African countries will become complacent, economist warns Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 27 September 2013 While GDP figures indicate growth, this does not necessarily translate into economic development.
How 3D printing will transform business Published by Esther Dyson on 13 September 2013 3D printing has the ability to change business and behaviour around the world.
High population growth in Africa: A mixed blessing Published by Claire Schaffnit-Chatterjee on 9 September 2013 Sub-Saharan Africa’s population is growing fast. How can transformation keep up?
Job creation: Can Uganda secure the future for its youth? Published by Rachel Sebudde on 5 September 2013 Creating jobs is a critical challenge Uganda needs to address in order to increase productivity and economic growth.
How a Kenyan furniture maker captured the high-end market with a unique idea Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 5 September 2013 “It would be much easier to be employed, get paid at the end of the month and go home. But then you don’t have much freedom.”
Dream big: Have a global vision from the start, says manufacturing boss Published by Kate Douglas on 4 September 2013 “I believe entrepreneurs are the drummers of any society and determine the rhythm of a country’s economy.”
Cameroon plans to phase out plastic bags Published by Divine Ntaryike on 28 August 2013 Cameroon to ban use of non-degradable plastic bags, with violators facing fines and imprisonment.
How Ghana’s Michael Agyekum Addo built his business with almost no startup capital Published by Anthony Sedzro on 23 August 2013 Anthony Sedzro talks to Kama Group founder, Michael Agyekum Addo, about his entrepreneurial journey.
Know your product’s potential and go with it, advises award-winning entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 15 August 2013 South African company Cubicle Solutions is seeing the results of four years of hard work and a focused business plan.
Africa, the factory floor of the world? Published by Carlos Lopes on 12 August 2013 The absence of significant industrialisation in much of Africa is a missed opportunity for more robust, diversified and sustainable economic development.
Burundi promoting its business opportunities to South African SMEs Published by Kate Douglas on 31 July 2013 Burundi is looking to position itself as a business and trade hub.