Profit-making idea: Opportunity for more value retailers in Nigeria Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 January 2017 ‘The types of retailers that are currently present in Nigeria are not offering a discount product to the public.’
Cape Town property owners tapping into ‘Airbnb potential’ Published by Kate Douglas on 20 January 2017 But not everyone is up for the risk.
Why many new A-grade malls and office blocks could see their values decline Published by Kate Douglas on 17 January 2017 In countries such as Ghana and Nigeria there is a mismatch between the rentals sought by landlords, and what tenants are willing to pay.
Mixed realities of African retail Published by Rafiq Raji on 10 January 2017 Is the African retail opportunity over-hyped? Not necessarily. But the huge potential envisaged is still a long way out.
Six of the world’s 41 megacities will be in Africa by 2030 Published by Julia Bello-Schunemann and Ciara Aucoin on 11 December 2016 The existing trio of Cairo, Lagos and Kinshasa will be joined by Johannesburg, Luanda and Dar es Salaam.
The growing real estate market at the foot of Mount Kenya Published by Nelly Murungi on 30 November 2016 A series of new developments are underway.
Slowing demand for office properties in Nigeria and Ghana Published by Staff Writer on 20 November 2016 Demand for office space in Ghana and Nigeria has slowed down, while countries such as Côte d’Ivoire are experiencing unprecedented demand.
Investment challenges and opportunities in west African markets Published by Staff Writer on 16 November 2016 In most economies in west Africa, the effects of the economic downturn has filtered into the real estate markets
Beyond Nairobi: The real estate opportunity in Kenya’s counties Published by Nelly Murungi on 18 October 2016 Private equity and real estate company Fusion Capital on the first-mover advantage.
Is Nigeria losing its investment appeal? Published by Staff Writer on 6 October 2016 Falling commodity prices, coupled with the depreciation of the naira, have contributed to the reduction of Nigeria’s attractiveness as an investment destination in general.
The Nigerian woman who plans to slash the cost of housing Published by Kate Douglas on 27 September 2016 Amaka Nwaokolo believes she has the solution to Nigeria’s housing deficit of 17 million.
Why Old Mutual is investing millions in Nigerian property and agriculture Published by Kate Douglas on 23 August 2016 ‘It is not without risk, but the returns are very reasonable relative to that risk,’ says Diane Radley, CEO of Old Mutual Investment Group.
Meet the Boss: Simon Stamper, director of operations, Africa, IHG Published by Kate Douglas on 10 August 2016 ‘The greatest skill of a leader is to empower and inspire others to do a great job.’
Start-up snapshot: Virtual estate agency offering a low-cost alternative in South Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 4 August 2016 Property Fox is a new online real estate start-up that aims to almost cut out the role of traditional estate agents completely.
