Nigeria’s GDP rebasing: Could we see a 53% rise in January? Published by Kate Douglas on 20 December 2013 Next year Nigeria is likely to be the largest economy in Africa when it is expected to change the base year for its GDP calculations.
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.
Meet the Boss: Yaw Nsarkoh, managing director, Unilever East and Southern Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 19 December 2013 “We have to hold ourselves to global standards. Do not accept false benchmarks.”
Kenyan serial entrepreneur talks about the power of a personal website Published by Kate Douglas on 18 December 2013 Branding your business and yourself is a crucial move for entrepreneurs.
How Cape Town-based Funda wants to change the way we learn Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 December 2013 This business makes education accessible through online learning systems.
Unilever director rounds up consumer goods business in 2013 Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 December 2013 “It has been a year that has tested business and the capacity of business to survive at a time like this.”
Five myths about entrepreneurship Published by Krisztina Holly on 17 December 2013 “Entrepreneurship depends on a culture that accepts failure, agile and skilled talent, and a resilient ecosystem.”
Impact of Africa’s innovation hubs: Too early to call? Published by Kate Douglas on 17 December 2013 Tech hubs are springing up across Africa, and will gain much from collaborating with each other.
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.
Five must-know African consumer trends to run with in 2014 Published by Staff Writer on 13 December 2013 Africa – and more importantly, African consumers – will be firmly on the global stage in 2014.
How SME financial access in Africa compares to other developing economies Published by Staff Writer on 13 December 2013 An AfDB report shows that many African SMEs have difficulty accessing external financing.
It sounds like science fiction – how the personalised web could change your life Published by Michael Altendorf on 13 December 2013 Smartphones and other internet-connected devices could soon start predicting our movements, interests and habits.
Being a woman in business in Africa takes guts, says Coca-Cola foundation boss Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 December 2013 Coca-Cola recognises the benefit of empowering women in Africa.
Unlocking Africa’s housing market potential Published by Promotional Feature on 12 December 2013 The Pan African Housing Fund looks to address the housing shortage in East Africa.
