Five things you should know about private equity in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 30 August 2012 During a recent forum experts discussed various issues concerning private equity investments in Africa.
Why Rwanda needs to integrate with its neighbours Published by Birgit Hansl on 29 August 2012 For Rwanda to become an emerging middle-income economy, it will need to unleash its export potential.
Instant telephonic interpreting – a communication revolution Published by Promotional Feature on 29 August 2012 Folio Translation Consultants, based in Cape Town, South Africa, has over a period of three years developed, refined, tested and enhanced its instant telephonic interpreting service, InterTel.
Ambition, cash and women’s secret savings: Insight into the African consumer Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 August 2012 How do Africans feel about credit? What is the role of women in household finances?
Samsung launches phone aimed at cost-sensitive users in Africa Published by Claude Harding on 29 August 2012 Samsung today announced that it will launch a low-cost mobile phone specifically aimed at Africa and other emerging markets.
Death of Ethiopian PM leaves the country’s future uncertain Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 28 August 2012 The death of the 57 year old Ethiopian Prime Minister, Meles Zenawi, in a Belgian hospital last week heralded challenging times ahead for Ethiopia.
Fresh Air sees potential for no-frills service in Zimbabwe Published by Kate Douglas on 28 August 2012 Zimbabwe’s new airline Fresh Air believes it has identified a gap in the local market for low-cost air travel.
Influx of foreign investors pushes demand for office space in Accra Published by Claude Harding on 28 August 2012 Foreign investors are driving demand for office space in Ghana’s capital Accra, according to property group Broll.
Nigerian designer discusses the business of fashion Published by Kate Douglas on 28 August 2012 “I view entrepreneurship as a vehicle for the realisation of one’s vision, dreams and passion,” says Kiki Kamanu.
Agriculture – ‘the most important sector of the African economy’ Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 25 August 2012 The need for Africa to diversify its economy from commodities alone has been mentioned constantly by many economic commentators.
Looking to attract investment into your company? Start networking Published by Kate Douglas on 24 August 2012 How can you and your company stand out amongst others to attract the right investor’s attention?
No need to reinvent the wheel, just listen to your customers Published by Kate Douglas on 24 August 2012 “You don’t necessarily have to reinvent the wheel, you just simply have to be a good listener to what your customers require,” says one of South Africa’s top entrepreneurs.
Six remarkable African infrastructure projects Published by Claude Harding on 24 August 2012 KPMG recently released its Infrastructure 100: World Cities Edition. How we made it in Africa takes a look at the six African projects that were included in the top 100.
Challenging perceptions about Somalia Published by Jaco Maritz on 23 August 2012 “Urban businessmen, international corporations, and rural pastoralists have all functioned in stateless Somalia, achieving standards of living for the country that are equal or superior to many other African nations.”
