Meet the Boss: Kevin Lennett, managing director, The Crazy Store Published by Justin Probyn on 7 May 2017 Kevin Lennett answers our questions.
Africa – a hub of opportunities waiting to be unlocked Published by KPMG Africa on 3 May 2017 Africa’s growth and development is intimately linked to infrastructure development, and in many instances, the lack thereof.
Startup snapshot: Ingredients and recipes delivered to your doorstep Published by Justin Probyn on 2 May 2017 All you have to do is cook.
These are Africa’s most powerful passports Published by John McKenna on 2 May 2017 Some African countries enjoying similar travel rights to Europeans, while others fare little better than residents of war-torn Syria.
Lagos now ranked among world’s cheapest cities in USD terms Published by Justin Probyn on 1 May 2017 Nigeria has been experiencing significant economic headwinds due to the fall in the price of oil.
Rural electrification in Africa: An economic development opportunity? Published by Jean-Michel Huet and Aurelien Boiteau on 30 April 2017 Decentralised power generation projects – based on renewable energies – could be the key to unlocking this high-potential market.
Property opportunities in Africa: What we can learn from Mara Delta’s portfolio Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 April 2017 What Mara Delta’s investments reveal about opportunities in Africa’s property sector.
Good links to the hinterland: The key to efficient overland transport Published by Patrick Claes on 28 April 2017 Rail and roads – with all their respective advantages – compete to provide the continent with an infrastructure and forge links to its ports.
Africa’s crawl towards regional integration Published by Mark Winter on 25 April 2017 Much more is required if Africa is to solve its regional integration issues and live up to its promise.
Five high-growth companies targeting African consumers Published by Staff Writer on 25 April 2017 From ice cream to private education, there has been rapid growth in the supply of consumer services and products.
Nigeria: Don’t worry about short-term economic volatility, says MTN chairman Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 April 2017 ‘It is still a very important market, almost 170 million people,’ says Phuthuma Nhleko.
Africa’s FMCG industry: Navigating between opportunity and uncertainty Published by Pamela Wadi and Max Gebhart on 21 April 2017 Examining the various issues facing the FMCG sector in Africa, and the opportunities that exist for potential investors should these risks be mitigated.
What Pick n Pay’s results tell us about retail in sub-Saharan Africa Published by Justin Probyn on 21 April 2017 Online retail is gaining traction while South African consumers are seeking greater bang for their buck.
Mo Ibrahim: Africa is at a tipping point Published by Mo Ibrahim on 19 April 2017 The demographic dividend is in danger of turning sour.