Africa’s tourism sector needs less talk, more action Published by Nurmara Daily Brief on 10 September 2019 Morocco has agreed a partnership with Ctrip – China’s biggest online travel agency – part of a plan to attract more Chinese tourists.
These 5 start-ups are shaping the future of Africa’s cities Published by Jonathan Hursh and Emmanuel Adegboye on 9 September 2019 By the end of the century, it is estimated that 13 of the world’s 20 largest cities will be in Africa.
Digital ‘leapfrogging’ is easier said than done Published by Nurmara Daily Brief on 9 September 2019 Countries in Africa are trailing ‘considerably behind’ developed markets in their share of the digital economy.
Keep an eye on the Sahel Published by Nurmara Daily Brief on 6 September 2019 The Sahel’s troubles could have deeper consequences for West Africa.
Can the cybersecurity professionals in South Africa outpace the cybercriminals? Published by Staff Writer on 5 September 2019 South Africa is becoming a hackers’ paradise.
Startup snapshot: HouseAfrica simplifies real estate investment. Not its rewards. Published by Staff Writer on 4 September 2019 Nigeria-based HouseAfrica splits properties into shares, recorded as digital units on a blockchain, thereby empowering previously neglected investors to own real estate.
The journey so far: Temitope Ogunsemo, CEO, Krystal Digital Network Solutions Published by Nelly Murungi on 4 September 2019 ‘I have … embraced the season of failure, learning and capacity building that I have encountered over the years.’
Bigen recognised as Standard Bank’s Top Gender Icon Published by Press Office on 3 September 2019 Bigen received the Top Gender Icon Award for its firm commitment to women empowerment at Standard Bank’s 16th Top Women Awards ceremony.
Four ways to become a ‘business baobab’ in Africa Published by Acha Leke on 3 September 2019 The integration of Africa’s economies offers exciting opportunities for companies that craft bold yet wise geographic expansion strategies.
How can the African private sector woo China? Published by Jinghao Lu on 3 September 2019 By understanding what underlies Chinese overseas financing strategies, African private businesses may be better positioned to leverage Chinese finance.
Meet the Boss: Eran Feinstein, CEO, DPO Group Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 September 2019 ‘I need to know that the people I work with have handled failure and bounced back.’
Africa Deal Roundup: 15 noteworthy deals and announcements in August Published by Staff Writer on 2 September 2019 A selection of African private equity deal, fundraising and exit announcements that came across our desk in August 2019.
Bigen’s transformation journey continues in earnest Published by Press Office on 1 September 2019 The Bigen Group has announced the appointment of Dr Snowy Khoza as Group CEO.
Let’s face it – African agriculture is in crisis Published by Nurmara Daily Brief on 30 August 2019 Food security across Africa is deteriorating.
