Transparency needed to curb Africa’s loss of $38bn through trade mispricing Published by Kate Douglas on 10 February 2014 The Africa Progress Panel reports that Africa loses more through illicit outflows than it receives through foreign investment.
A look at the role resources have played in Africa’s growth story Published by Kate Douglas on 7 February 2014 “Minerals are not a curse. They can certainly be the best boon,” says Chamber of Mines of South Africa boss.
Under construction: ‘Niger is like a newborn country’ Published by Gaicha Saddy on 30 January 2014 After a decade of little growth, Gaïcha Saddy is positively surprised by recent development projects in Niger.
Will Africa’s natural resources boom benefit the poor? Published by Anand Rajaram on 9 January 2014 Anand Rajaram highlights the need to ensure revenues from oil, gas and mining benefit African populations.
South Sudan conflict ‘could reinfect’ East African economic growth, warns analyst Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 9 January 2014 Instability in South Sudan could negatively affect foreign investment and economic growth in the region.
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.
Report highlights 2014 trends in mergers and acquisitions Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 January 2014 The Deal Drivers Africa report forecasts M&A activity in Africa for next year.
Six ideas to make a success of your African-based business in 2014 Published by Jaco Maritz on 19 December 2013 DHL country managers provide tips on doing business across the continent.
London: The playground of rich Nigerians Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 December 2013 An article in British magazine Tatler describes the lavish lifestyles of wealthy Nigerians living in London.
Why Niger might offer better opportunities for business than you think Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 November 2013 Niger boasts opportunities in the mining, retail and property industries.
Meet the Boss: Polycarp Igathe, MD, Vivo Energy Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 20 November 2013 Vivo Energy MD advises entrepreneurs to have focus and move with speed.
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: 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.
