Digital technology aiming to empower small-farm owners in east Africa Published by Tina Trinh on 7 February 2017 Mastercard has launched a new digital marketplace for east African farmers to sell their crops and receive payment via their mobile telephones.
In defence of Germany’s Marshall Plan with Africa Published by Adefolake Adeyeye on 7 February 2017 Despite the challenges of investing in Africa, the continent holds many opportunities for German companies.
Predictions for Africa’s PR industry in 2017 Published by Press Office on 6 February 2017 Nations right across sub-Saharan Africa are pushing ahead with reforms and initiatives that support the case for investment and business expansion.
Planes, trains, and automobiles: East Africa’s massive infrastructure project begins Published by Jill Craig on 6 February 2017 LAPPSET will consist of a 32-berth port on Kenya’s north coast, a railway, an oil pipeline, highways, international airports, and resort cities.
Start-up snapshot: A new way of selling used cars Published by Justin Probyn on 6 February 2017 CarZar is a South African online platform through which users can sell their used cars.
South African mining sector – the need to stage a comeback Published by Henk de Hoop on 6 February 2017 ‘South Africa desperately needs to see a return to job-creating growth.’
South Africa’s challenging 2016 can be seen in growing office space vacancies Published by Kate Douglas on 3 February 2017 The office vacancy rate is likely to deteriorate further before improving.
Econet’s Kwesé TV looking to take on DStv’s dominance in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 3 February 2017 Kwesé TV is adopting a multi-platform broadcasting strategy and pay-as-you-watch model.
New dates for ConMin West Africa Published by Press Office on 3 February 2017 ConMin West Africa Exhibition and the National Mining Summit has been moved from April to 13–15th June 2017.
How German firms can tap into Africa’s diversification drive Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 February 2017 ‘Where I do see significant opportunities is in the midstream and downstream petroleum industry.’
Looking back: 21 trends that shaped African business in 2016 Published by Johan Burger on 3 February 2017 2016 was a year of turmoil for some African countries, while others experienced stability and good economic growth.
Unleashing Zimbabwe’s tourism potential Published by Otavio Veras on 2 February 2017 Zimbabwe can become a major destination for international travellers from around the world. And, in the process, grow its economy.
Why illegal deforestation in Angola must stop Published by Jose Evangelista on 2 February 2017 Angola has seen its planted forest areas decline by 31% between 2010 and 2013.
Paying the price: Should South Africa ban the EU’s chicken meat dumping? Published by Kate Douglas on 2 February 2017 We talk to experts about potential adverse effects of protecting South Africa’s poultry industry against cheap EU imports.
