The journey so far: Harry Hare, executive director, DEMO Africa Published by Justin Probyn on 18 October 2018 ‘Entrepreneurship is a way of life.’
Standard Bank scoops digital excellence awards in Nigeria and Uganda Published by Standard Bank on 18 October 2018 The bank’s recent accolades affirms the effectiveness of its pan-African digital strategy.
Here’s why the tech sector could be the next target for Chinese investment in Africa Published by Stephany Zoo on 16 October 2018 While Africa may be behind China in terms of R&D and innovation, it makes up for it with a rapidly growing population and an increasingly educated middle class that will begin to demand technological advancements.
Africa can get more from its minerals by building industries to service mines Published by Vuyo Mjimba on 16 October 2018 This approach served countries such as the US and Norway where they gave rise to globally competitive manufacturing and services industries serving the mining and oil industries.
Mobile money transfers have taken off in Somalia. But there are risks Published by Victor Odundo Owuor on 16 October 2018 Transfers in Somalia are predominantly available in US dollars, which isn’t healthy for the country’s economy.
Tony Burkson: Investing in Africa for the long haul – a case for investors post Brexit Published by Tony Burkson on 16 October 2018 UK businesses are fully aware they need to forge new partnerships overseas – with Africa viewed as an ideal trading partner, writes CEO of UK Ghana Chamber of Commerce.
Cameroon gaming startup trains new generation of business superheroes Published by Inna Lazareva on 15 October 2018 ‘It’s not only a job – you are building a legacy.’
Meet the Boss: Jurie Swart, CEO, African Infrastructure Investment Managers Published by Justin Probyn on 13 October 2018 ‘I had to carve out my own path from a young age and learn very quickly to be amiable and get on well with others.’
Due Diligence: ‘Investing in Africa cannot be done from New York or London’ Published by Michael Avery on 13 October 2018 Tidjane Deme, who co-leads the Partech Africa Fund, talks about his investment philosophy and the continent’s untapped opportunities.
The journey so far: Hilda Moraa, CEO, Pezesha Published by Justin Probyn on 11 October 2018 ‘Being profitable gives you a degree of freedom.’
Startup snapshot: ‘Collaboration is the new innovation,’ says Zimbabwean incubator CEO Published by Justin Probyn on 11 October 2018 B2C Coworking is a Zimbabwean business accelerator, incubator and coworking space.
Profit-making idea: Financing who the banks won’t Published by Justin Probyn on 10 October 2018 ‘Most financial institutions deny poor people access to loans, due to a lack of equity.’
Mastercard Foundation and the African Leadership Academy welcome the 2018 Anzisha Prize finalists Published by Staff Writer on 10 October 2018 Twenty of Africa’s youngest entrepreneurs will compete for a share of US$100,000 cash prize.
International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) announces major trade initiatives at 2018 Rebranding Africa Forum Published by Press Office on 10 October 2018 The first announcement was for a US$1.5bn framework agreement between the Government of Burkina Faso and International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC).
