Zimbabwean economist on solving the country’s challenges Published by Kate Douglas on 21 December 2016 Step one is to address the causes, not the symptoms.
Taking holidays seriously Published by Business Partners team on 21 December 2016 ‘When business owners return to work after a holiday, their physical health is boosted, their focus is better and they perform again at much higher levels of personal productivity and effectiveness.’
Macky Sall to meet with investors at the Africa CEO Forum 2017 Published by Press Office on 20 December 2016 He will be accompanied by a top-level delegation, including members of his Government and Senegal’s most influential CEOs.
Fashionomics 101: An African industry that could be worth $15bn by 2021 Published by Kate Douglas on 20 December 2016 The African Development Bank is trying to increase the continent’s share of the global fashion value chain.
Mozambique debt threatens its once-promising economy Published by Anita Powell on 20 December 2016 Martyn Davies, managing director of emerging markets and Africa at consulting firm Deloitte, estimates this crisis could set Mozambique back economically by as much as a decade.
How Bitcoin will (and will not) work in Africa Published by Javier de Coca on 20 December 2016 Bitcoin is not a poverty alleviation tool.
Casablanca wants to position itself as gateway for investment in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 20 December 2016 Growing commercial linkages between north Africa and the rest of the continent.
Profit-making idea: Sesame production a growth industry Published by Staff Writer on 20 December 2016 ‘Everyone is looking at sesame,’ says investment advisor.
Important wins were notched up for African agriculture in 2016 Published by Calestous Juma on 20 December 2016 One of the most significant gains was the increased use of emerging technologies beyond the traditional use of mobile phones in agriculture.
Off-grid solar power booms in Africa Published by Henry Ridgwell on 19 December 2016 So-called off-grid solar systems have plummeted in price.
Establishing a manufacturing hub: What Morocco is getting right Published by Kate Douglas on 19 December 2016 How the country is attracting manufacturing giants such as Eaton.
Festive season survival guide for SMEs Published by Staff Writer on 19 December 2016 Everyday work schedules and habits are going to be disrupted in some way or another.
Challenges to SME growth in Kenya Published by Adefolake Adeyeye on 16 December 2016 Kenyan SMEs are hindered by inadequate capital, limited market access, poor infrastructure, and rapid changes in technology.
It’s business as usual with Zimbabwe’s bond note… for now Published by Kate Douglas on 15 December 2016 The bond note is now in circulation in Zimbabwe but economists and business people fear it will not hold its value to the strong US dollar.
