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.
Mixed realities of African retail Published by Rafiq Raji on 10 January 2017 Is the African retail opportunity over-hyped? Not necessarily. But the huge potential envisaged is still a long way out.
Trump effect on African oil Published by Otavio Veras on 9 January 2017 The Trump presidency could have implications for oil exporters such as Nigeria and Angola.
Africa and post-Brexit – Six months on Published by Richard Li on 9 January 2017 Most African exports will be significantly more expensive and less competitive in the UK.
Nigeria must increase its oil output, says Moody’s Published by Kate Douglas on 6 January 2017 The rating agency expects Nigeria’s oil production to return to two million barrels a day.
Study provides fresh insights into the benefits of mobile money in Kenya Published by Sarah Logan on 6 January 2017 Access to mobile money has reduced poverty in Kenya, particularly among female-headed households.
Nigeria 2017: What can the country do better this year? Published by Kate Douglas on 6 January 2017 We talk to a handful of economists about how Nigeria can have a better year than it had in 2016.
Private equity firm sees healthcare opportunity in Liberia Published by Kate Douglas on 5 January 2017 We talk to TLG Capital’s Saad Sheikh about the firm’s investment in a healthcare service provider in Monrovia.
Development in Africa is on a firm footing – here’s how to take it to the next level Published by Mills Soko on 3 January 2017 2017 looks to be the year the countries hardest hit by the crisis seek to recover.
