Africa: hard work, but worth it Published by Kelly Meredith on 5 July 2013 With the world looking to Africa as the next expansion frontier, it’s all too easy for companies to rush in unprepared.
Top entrepreneur gives six secrets to business success Published by Kate Douglas on 4 July 2013 Jacky Goliath, co-founder of De Fynne Nursery in South Africa, shares some valuable business lessons.
Three new trends that will impact Nigeria over the coming months Published by Anna Rosenberg on 4 July 2013 Technological and political developments are forcing companies to adjust strategies for long-term growth.
‘Use the resources of Mauritius to cater for the international market,’ says DHL manager Published by Jaco Maritz on 4 July 2013 When Rahman Bholah left Mauritius in 1982 to pursue a career as a chartered accountant in the UK, he didn’t plan on ever permanently returning to the island.
Television personality Julie Gichuru talks about her business ventures Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 July 2013 “If we as Africans don’t do it then we will find ourselves on the periphery of our own growing economies, as others leverage these opportunities.”
Entrepreneur Ashish J. Thakkar calls Donald Trump’s comments on Africa ‘ignorant’ Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 July 2013 One of Africa’s most successful entrepreneurs has locked horns on Twitter with American businessman Donald Trump.
Looking for investors? Prove there is a market for your product, says Ahonya founder Published by Kate Douglas on 2 July 2013 “You have to do something extraordinary in the beginning before someone will notice you.”
General Electric to expand its investments in Africa Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 2 July 2013 General Electric is in the process of expanding its investments into sub-Saharan Africa as part of the recently announced Power Initiative.
‘Inclusive business is the key to Africa’s economic growth’ Published by Staff Writer on 2 July 2013 “Africa needs to re-dream business, including more people, encouraging people to be more economically active and redistributing wealth in novel ways.”
Out of Africa: social media lessons from the developing world Published by Bisi Lamikanra on 1 July 2013 So how has Nigeria’s biggest and most profitable bank transformed into a social media leader?
Obama says Africa is rising, but youth will determine the continent’s future Published by Kate Douglas on 1 July 2013 “If prosperity is broadly shared here in Africa, that middle class will be an enormous market for our goods,” said US president Obama.
‘There is a buzz about Africa today and the gains are tangible’ Published by V Shankar on 1 July 2013 In conversations addressing the growth of emerging market champions, it will be increasingly difficult to discount Africa as a key player.
Room for trade growth between Africa’s two economic powerhouses Published by Kate Douglas on 28 June 2013 According to research by Standard Bank, there is substantial room for growth in trade between South Africa and Nigeria.
Is the private sector to blame for cargo sitting for so long in African ports? Published by Gael Raballand on 28 June 2013 Cargo delays have often been blamed on governments. However, the private sector might hold some responsibility.
