Interview: Dominic Adu, CEO, Ghana Home Loans Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 21 September 2012 How we made it in Africa’s Dinfin Mulupi interviews Dominic Adu, chief executive of Ghana Home Loans about how the business was started and Ghana’s mortgage market.
Uganda’s oil deposits 40% higher than earlier believed Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 20 September 2012 Uganda’s oil deposits are 40% higher than earlier believed.
Why South Africa should take the rest of the continent seriously Published by Ivor Ichikowitz on 19 September 2012 The growth of other African economies can teach South Africa a thing or two, says Ivor Ichikowitz
Hotel developments in Africa – more business, less play Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 September 2012 Why the development and operation of business hotels is a better opportunity in Africa compared to leisure resorts.
Zambia attracts strong interest from international investor community Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 18 September 2012 Last week was a watershed moment for Zambia, as the country saw the hugely successful issuance of its debut US$750m record-breaking Eurobond on the international market.
Connecting Kenyan tech entrepreneurs with global expertise Published by Kate Douglas on 17 September 2012 “We want to give the possibility to everyone to set up and be a part of a large, strong African tech ecosystem.”
How Lois Gicheru is moving Kenya towards green energy Published by Kate Douglas on 14 September 2012 “Passion is the main trait an entrepreneur should have because when the chips are down it is the only trait that will fuel your hope.”
Interview: The man behind Africa’s answer to the iPad and iPhone Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 September 2012 How we made it in Africa speaks to Vérone Mankou, the 26 year old entrepreneur behind the African designed Way-C tablet.
Entrepreneur aims to preserve African languages and culture with black dolls Published by Kate Douglas on 13 September 2012 “Rooti dolls were not made just to offer children comfort and fun – it was more as a response to the rapid demise of African ethnic languages.”
Ten African cities to watch Published by Staff Writer on 12 September 2012 With accelerating urbanisation and a fast-growing middle class, many sub-Saharan cities offer enormous investment potential.
From Juba to Nairobi – how companies are making money on the new frontier Published by Peter Guest on 12 September 2012 “As in all emergent markets, first movers stand to win – and win big,” says Peter Guest, journalist and author of Africa’s Century: Making Money On The New Frontier.
Can smallholder farmers transform Africa’s agricultural output? Published by Jaco Maritz on 12 September 2012 Mohit Arora, head of agriculture at Standard Bank Africa, believes small-scale farmers can play a central role in transforming Africa’s agricultural output.
Samsung developing products specifically for Africa’s needs Published by Kate Douglas on 11 September 2012 “Just like any consumer around the world, the African consumer wants products that speak to their needs.”
Reduce cost of building farm infrastructure with interlocking blocks Published by Promotional Feature on 11 September 2012 Hydraform machines can play an integral part in the infrastructure development of large scale farming operations as well as smaller farming activities.
