Brand Africa 100’s top 10 African brands Published by Jaco Maritz on 31 October 2013 South African businesses dominate the ranking of African brands.
GDP forecasts for four rapid-growth markets in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 25 October 2013 EY report forecasts growth rates for Egypt, Ghana, Nigeria and South Africa.
Understanding local payment methods is the key to African e-commerce success Published by Staff Writer on 25 October 2013 Nigeria’s Interswitch Verve and M-Pesa in Kenya are mobile payment systems online merchants need to know how to use.
Africa’s Luanda and Juba in the top five most expensive oil towns for expats Published by Kate Douglas on 23 October 2013 International surveys show the high cost of living in oil producing African cities.
The model behind combining e-commerce with print media products Published by Kate Douglas on 16 October 2013 Online shopping adds value to advertising spend on Media24’s print publications.
Welcome to Nigeria: Land of contrasts and luxury ambition Published by Rob Walker on 11 October 2013 Luxury goods in Africa? Brands such as Porsche and Hennessy are capturing Nigeria’s wealthy citizens.
Seven strategies to success in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 11 October 2013 Africa is a collection of diverse countries and business models need to suit the local environment.
‘I believe in teaching somebody how to fish,’ says Kenya’s Chris Kirubi Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 11 October 2013 Prominent businessman Chris Kirubi believes Africa has always shown opportunity for business.
Localising its business is an important expansion strategy for Standard Bank Published by Kate Douglas on 10 October 2013 CE speaks about Standard Bank’s new business in Angola.
Three things consumer goods companies should know about Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 9 October 2013 Michael Wood offers advice to consumer goods companies looking to do business on the continent.
Look to local consumers for investment opportunities, says Mozambican developer Published by Kate Douglas on 7 October 2013 José Carlos Pinheiro warns of the danger of basing investment solely on development in the mining and oil sectors.
Business leaders discuss impact of Nairobi attack on investment Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 4 October 2013 Shopping mall developments continue despite terrorist attack in Kenya.
Lagos could accommodate at least 20 shopping malls, says property developer Published by Kate Douglas on 2 October 2013 Property developers focus on growing shopping malls across Nigeria.
Dubai investor expects ‘fast growth’ in Africa’s mid-market hotels Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 October 2013 “Not everybody can afford $300 a night,” says Diar Capital founder as it moves into the mid-range hospitality market.