The seismic potential of digitalised manufacturing Published by Jonathan Ward on 28 February 2018 As Industry 4.0 moves into the mainstream, manufacturing companies are learning that technology is only part of the challenge.
Nigeria’s economic diversification strategy to be highlighted at the Africa CEO Forum Published by Press Office on 27 February 2018 The Africa CEO Forum is devoting an exclusive panel discussion to the Nigerian economy, its diversification model, and how it can inspire other African economies.
Cryptocurrencies and media protection – an unlikely marriage Published by Jeanette Clark on 25 February 2018 How Custos capitalised on a gap in the digital rights protection market.
Olive oil company learns that a good product means little if you can’t sell it Published by Oluwabusayomi Sotunde on 24 February 2018 Husband-and-wife team builds top olive oil producer.
Nick Ndiritu: Demystifying Africa’s debt markets Published by Nick Ndiritu on 23 February 2018 Allan Gray portfolio manager says the most compelling opportunities require patient capital.
One year of Ghana’s implementation of WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement Published by Dode Seidu on 23 February 2018 The ratification came at a critical period in the country’s political and economic history.
The journey so far: Kenfield Griffith, CEO, mSurvey Published by Justin Probyn on 22 February 2018 ‘We believe customer loyalty is critical to the success of any business; and that can only be achieved by obtaining feedback.’
Of China’s 15 fastest-growing export markets since 2009, 10 are in Africa Published by Jeremy Stevens on 20 February 2018 China’s exports to Africa reached $95bn for a second consecutive year in 2017.
From refugee to royalty: Sierra Leone designer champions ethical fashion Published by Zoe Tabary on 20 February 2018 ‘I thought rather than go to China or India, where I know nothing about the working conditions, why not make clothes in Sierra Leone?’
Kenya: Young people are rediscovering that farming can pay Published by Caroline Wambui on 20 February 2018 Poor job prospects and low pay in cities are pushing young people to return home and take up farming.
Five steps to success for e-commerce companies Published by Staff Writer on 20 February 2018 Success factors that e-commerce businesses need to strategically plan for as they launch or expand their organisations.
The Africa Private Equity News App gets refresh Published by Press Office on 16 February 2018 The Africa Private Equity (PE) News App has received some significant upgrades to its functionality.
The journey so far: Ron Bills, CEO, Envirofit Published by Justin Probyn on 15 February 2018 ‘Never get so locked into your idea that you are not looking at the indicators around you – change direction and change fast when you need to.’
Single air transport market: The benchmark for African economic integration Published by Joel Ng and Densua Mumford on 14 February 2018 A unification of 12 countries’ air markets could result in some 155,000 jobs and $1.3bn additional GDP to their economies.
