2017 elections in Rwanda, Kenya and Angola: How will FDI be impacted? Published by Kate Douglas on 16 January 2017 We talk to experts at the Institute for Security Studies about how upcoming elections could affect foreign investment in these economies.
2017 outlook for Africa – threats or opportunities? Published by Richard Li on 16 January 2017 2017 will be a critical year for Africa.
Understanding Cameroon’s untapped business opportunities Published by Kate Douglas on 16 January 2017 NJ Ayuk, CEO of Centurion Law Group, shares where he sees opportunities in Cameroon.
African female entrepreneurs fighting their way to the top Published by Meryem Khaled on 16 January 2017 African women are surprisingly beating the odds and defying the obstacles in the field of entrepreneurship.
Meet the Boss: Tshepo Moloi, founder, StokFella Published by Justin Probyn on 13 January 2017 ‘Your environment and your background does not define your success.’
Africa doesn’t need another mega mall, says property expert Published by Kate Douglas on 12 January 2017 ‘I think over the next 18 to 24 months, there will be a reset within the industry, in terms of the way forward.’
Gabon counts on football tournament to help boost economy Published by Moki Edwin Kindzeka on 12 January 2017 Business owners hope that AFCON 2017 will revive interest in Gabon as a tourist destination.
Meet the Boss: Vino Govender, managing director, LA Consulting Engineers Published by Justin Probyn on 12 January 2017 ‘Know when to change your sails when the wind does not blow in the direction it is meant to.’
Africa must work together to deliver on Agenda 2063 goals Published by Pelonomi Venson-Moitoi on 11 January 2017 ‘There is an opportunity to build a new Africa.’
Quantum Global’s Hotel Fund acquires Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra Published by Press Office on 10 January 2017 The transaction marks the most sizable open-market hotel transaction in sub-Saharan Africa to date.
Outlook 2017: A ‘#pivot?’ year for investors Published by Press Office on 10 January 2017 Given continuing uncertainties in the global economy, investors need to take into account the possibility of different, evolving scenarios to guide their investment decisions.
Africa’s trade potential: Challenges and implementation of free trade agreements Published by Adefolake Adeyeye on 10 January 2017 Africa needs to boost its trading prospects, both regional and global.
African footballers face sobering reality, dashed hopes abroad Published by Moki Edwin Kindzeka on 10 January 2017 Many African youngsters dreaming of becoming wealthy football stars abroad face an uphill battle, a new report finds.
Introducing the eCFA: A digital currency for French-speaking west Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 10 January 2017 Once fully implemented, it will operate alongside the region’s fiat hard currency, the CFA, as legal tender.