Why African farmers are part of the climate change equation Published by Patrick Dupoux and Younes Zrikem on 14 April 2017 The international climate community has not seen African agriculture projects as good investments. But underfunding these projects puts the whole world at risk.
Aliko Dangote on why there are so few large African conglomerates Published by Kate Douglas on 13 April 2017 Dangote grew his trading business into a large value-adding producer, something few of his peers managed to achieve.
African private equity – the changing face of portfolio management Published by Press Office on 12 April 2017 Over the last two decades, African private equity has emerged as an expanding asset class, both in funds raised and capital deployed.
Centurion Law Group CEO named top energy lawyer Published by Press Office on 12 April 2017 NJ Ayuk was awarded the honor based on Who’s Who Legal’s research with clients and peers.
How big is Airbnb’s business in Africa? Published by Kate Douglas on 12 April 2017 We talk to Nicola D’Elia, Airbnb’s general manager for the Middle East and Africa, about the platform’s adoption across the continent.
Quantum Global’s Mezzanine Fund invests in new joint venture to develop power assets in sub-Saharan Africa Published by Press Office on 11 April 2017 QG Africa Mezzanine LP will support this joint venture as strategic investor; Tomé will be responsible for project management and IPC for the development of the power assets.
African middle class still attracting private education companies – despite slower growth Published by Kate Douglas on 11 April 2017 Quality education is typically seen as a priority expenditure for parents – even during tough times.
Profit-making idea: What do dried egg yolk, sorbitol and sodium sulphate have in common? Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 April 2017 Import substitution opportunities identified at Africa CEO Forum.
Expanding into Africa through a franchise model: The experience of Soda King Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 April 2017 This case study unpacks Soda King’s experiences of building a pan-African franchise business.
How retailers can keep their businesses relevant Published by PwC on 11 April 2017 Retailers need to consider investing in the future.
How to make the Internet of Things work for Africa Published by Martin Hall on 11 April 2017 The new Internet of Things has the potential to compensate for Africa’s legacies of underdevelopment.
South Africa needs SMEs – and SMEs need branding know-how Published by Press Office on 11 April 2017 Many SMEs are still vulnerable to common branding and marketing errors that can cost them the success of their business.
South Africa’s 10 greatest businesspeople – all time rankings Published by Staff Writer on 11 April 2017 As part of New World Wealth’s recently released ‘South Africa 2017 Wealth Report’, it rated the 10 greatest business men and women in South African history.
Smart cities in Africa: Nairobi and Cape Town Published by Otavio Veras on 10 April 2017 All successful smart cities benefit from the monetisation of municipal services.