AirAsia’s Tony Fernandes sees opportunities for low-cost air travel in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 October 2014 “Connectivity between Africa and Asia is very poor. That is something I’d love to get into.”
Meet the Boss: Stefan Joselowitz, founder and CEO, MiX Telematics Published by Kate Douglas on 23 September 2014 Stefan Joselowitz answers our questions.
Can the Smart Jacket become a competitive advantage for motorcycle taxis? Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 6 August 2014 Motorcycle taxis are one of the leading causes of road accidents in Kenya.
Why Woolworths’ African food stores rely on exports from South Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 19 June 2014 Woolworths is expanding its African food operations, but sourcing local fresh produce remains a challenge.
Finding the right chord: A look at integration in North Africa Published by Duncan Pickard on 2 May 2014 The countries of North Africa trade and invest less in each other’s economies than any other region in the world.
South Africa dominates ranking of continent’s top airports Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 April 2014 South Africa may no longer be Africa’s biggest economy but its airports are still the best in the continent.
Carlyle private equity fund eyeing investments linked to emerging middle class Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 April 2014 The Carlyle Group has seen greater than expected investor interest in a fund focused solely on sub-Saharan Africa.
African seaports: Upgrade or drown Published by Masimba Tafirenyika on 9 April 2014 A World Bank study notes that only a few African seaports are world class.
Africa flies on a wing and a prayer Published by Masimba Tafirenyika on 7 April 2014 Air transport reforms are needed to unlock the industry’s full potential across the continent.
A look at Africa’s bumpy roads and rails Published by Nirit Ben-Ari on 1 April 2014 Unprecedented investments in Africa’s ground transportation are hardly enough.
Why formal trade in Africa lags, while informal prospers Published by Kate Douglas on 28 March 2014 “Informal flows are extraordinarily developed and actually very good at getting to market.”
Jambojet plans to shake up East Africa’s airline industry Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 17 March 2014 Low-cost carrier Jambojet, a subsidiary of Kenya Airways, is set take to the skies on April 1.
Togo – an important trade and transport hub for West and Central Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 27 February 2014 DHL is seeing increased growth in its business in the small West African nation.
Young entrepreneur sees big potential in underserviced South African townships Published by Kate Douglas on 5 February 2014 “My main aim is to own the township market which is a market that hasn’t been tapped.”
