Making sense of recent turmoil in Kenya’s banking industry Published by Robert MacPherson on 4 August 2016 Recent bank failures in Kenya incite anxiety over possible systemic challenges.
OGP Summit leads with the future of Africa’s oil industry Published by Press Office on 2 August 2016 Full programme and speakers revealed for the Oil, Gas & Petrochem Summit 2016 in Cape Town.
Ghanaian trades high-profile Samsung job for farming Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 2 August 2016 Leaving a successful career was ‘purely a business decision’.
UK hotel operator on expanding to Senegal and other African markets Published by Kate Douglas on 2 August 2016 InterContinental Hotels Group currently has hotel brands in nine African markets, and is now eyeing new markets.
Despite growth of modern retail, traditional trade still a significant opportunity Published by Boston Consulting Group on 2 August 2016 Where do Africans shop?
Lessons to be learnt from Zimbabwe’s blunt use of an import ban Published by Mmatlou Kalaba on 2 August 2016 The control of imported goods will not resolve the fundamental problems of the Zimbabwean economy.
KFC Index shows Angolan and Moroccan currencies overvalued Published by Staff Writer on 2 August 2016 A 15-piece chicken bucket costs US$31.90 in Angola, while in South Africa it will set you back $11.30.
Cost-cutting ideas for savvy business Published by Press Office on 1 August 2016 Business owners are constantly under pressure to reduce costs. But the things that are losing your business money might not be what you expect.
Advancements in mobile technology further connects Africa with global markets Published by Staff Writer on 1 August 2016 ‘As the adoption of mobile technology and increasing internet penetration in these countries continue to grow, so does the opportunity for retailers to reach new customers in the region.’
Nigerian entrepreneur sees opportunity for organic baby food brand Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 August 2016 Debo Adebayo is the founder of Tomi’s Treats, a Nigerian organic food company aimed at babies and young children.
Ivorian chocolate makers promote locally-made chocolate Published by Emilie Iob on 1 August 2016 Ivory Coast is the world’s top producer of cocoa, but hardly any of it is processed into chocolate there.
Meet the Boss: Marcus Courage, CEO, Africapractice Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 August 2016 ‘I cherish the alone time that a plane journey affords me.’
South African grocer using Pokémon Go-style app to lure customers Published by Kate Douglas on 29 July 2016 ‘The idea is to create excitement at the till,’ says Pick n Pay’s customer and trade executive.
Capitec, Barclays Africa and Atlas Mara: Thoughts from a bank ratings expert Published by Kate Douglas on 29 July 2016 Banking advisory group Lafferty ranks South African banks as world-class and notes strong opportunities across the continent – despite the current struggles banks face.