Private equity stakeholders on investing in high-risk African countries Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 March 2017 Industry stakeholders expressed conflicting views on investing in countries such as the DRC and Mozambique.
Unclear what would happen to CFA franc if France withdraws from euro Published by Kate Douglas on 10 March 2017 ‘If France really does withdraw from the eurozone, all bets are off for the euro and for the CFA franc.’
Hotspots for Africa’s ultra-high-net-worth individuals Published by Staff Writer on 9 March 2017 The growth in ultra-wealthy populations in Africa will outpace that of Europe and North America over the next decade.
Profit-making idea: Egypt is a Trump trade Published by Charles Robertson on 9 March 2017 The country is a structural reform story that is attracting investors.
Liquidation to box-office hits: How this South African animation company did it Published by Kate Douglas on 9 March 2017 Triggerfish Animation Studios has produced award-winning feature films. But it wasn’t easy getting to that point.
Becoming a cross-border e-commerce champion in five steps Published by Staff Writer on 9 March 2017 Today’s diverse cross-border e-tailer landscape demonstrates that businesses of all shapes and sizes have the potential to ‘go global’.
China-Africa relations: Musings from the Belt and Road initiative Published by Adefolake Adeyeye on 9 March 2017 The initiative would open up a number of routes for transferring goods to Africa and within Africa.
Local content: Government must lead the charge Published by Press Office on 9 March 2017 Real local content will always be the cheaper and more efficient alternative for international companies operating in Africa.
Meet the Boss: Clive Smith, CEO, Tsebo Solutions Group Published by Staff Writer on 8 March 2017 ‘Do not underestimate the impact of small incremental change.’
Why a Radisson Blu room in Rwanda costs more than in China Published by Kate Douglas on 7 March 2017 We talk to Carlson Rezidor’s Andrew McLachlan about what is driving up the cost of hotel rooms in Africa.
Emerging markets and the man called Trump Published by Sharief Pansarey and Siboniso Nxumalo on 7 March 2017 A question we often get asked is: What effect will Donald Trump’s America-first policy have on emerging markets?
The new face of farming: youth making agribusiness ‘cool’ Published by Ihuoma Atanga on 7 March 2017 Botswana’s Mavis Nduchwa, 33, owns an animal feed farm that grows grains and legumes.
How ‘flying donkeys’ could boost trade in Africa Published by Hassan Houry on 7 March 2017 Three key highlights from a transportation and supply chain perspective and the implications for Africa in 2030.
How Visa wants to increase e-commerce payments in Africa Published by Justin Probyn on 6 March 2017 Despite rising internet use, e-commerce in the region remains in its infancy.