News

‘Gateway into Africa’ a dated concept, says KPMG

Published by Claude Harding on 10 May 2012

The idea of a ‘gateway’ into Africa has become a dated concept. Entry into African markets now mainly depends on the nature of the investment, says Yunus Suleman, chairman of KPMG Africa.

Why a one-size-fits-all approach won’t work in Africa

Published by Femi Adewunmi on 9 May 2012

Large income disparities and diverse attitudes exist among African consumers, leading to very different spending and media consumption habits.

Meet the Boss: Jason Njoku, CEO, Iroko Partners (Nigeria)

Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 9 May 2012

Jason Njoku, CEO of the largest online distributor of Nigerian movies and music, answers our questions.

Ethiopia travel diary: Day 3 & 4

Published by Jaco Maritz on 9 May 2012

How we made it in Africa publisher Jaco Maritz’s travel diary about his trip to Ethiopia for the 2012 World Economic Forum on Africa.

South African food company could buy 80% stake in Nigeria’s Dangote

Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 9 May 2012

South Africa’s foremost food producer Tiger Brands, on Monday, said that it is in talks with Dangote Industries over the Nigerian conglomerate’s stake in its flour milling unit.

East Africa’s Asian kings of cash

Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 May 2012

Across east Africa, Asian entrepreneurs stand out for their success and longevity. Dinfin Mulupi looks at five outstanding businesses with Asian roots.

Meet the Boss: Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu, MD, soleRebels (Ethiopia)

Published by Jaco Maritz on 8 May 2012

Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu, managing director of Ethiopian footwear company soleRebels, answers our questions.

African companies investing more in their own continent

Published by Claude Harding on 7 May 2012

While many foreign firms are eyeing opportunities in Africa, African companies themselves are increasingly investing into other countries on the continent.

Ethiopia travel diary: Day 1 & 2

Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 May 2012

How we made it in Africa publisher Jaco Maritz’s travel diary about his trip to Ethiopia for the 2012 World Economic Forum on Africa.

How we made it in Africa to bring readers all the news from WEF in Ethiopia

Published by Staff Writer on 6 May 2012

The annual World Economic Forum (WEF) on Africa is arguably one of the most important events on the continent’s calendar, drawing a mix of influential business leaders, politicians and academics.

Why business is the most effective path to Africa’s development

Published by Zahid Torres-Rahman on 4 May 2012

It’s not about social projects but rather how you can enhance your development impact through running a successful business.

Africa more integrated with rest of world than with itself

Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 4 May 2012

African countries are losing billions of dollars in potential trade earnings yearly due to high trade barriers with neighbouring countries.

How some western entrepreneurs are abandoning Silicon Valley for Africa

Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 May 2012

East Africa’s growing opportunities in the technology sector have proved too good to ignore for some entrepreneurs from western countries.

Is Africa’s negative image justified? Eleven viewpoints

Published by Femi Adewunmi on 3 May 2012

Is the way that Africa is being portrayed in the international media a true reflection of what is happening on the ground?

News

‘Gateway into Africa’ a dated concept, says KPMG

Why a one-size-fits-all approach won’t work in Africa

Meet the Boss: Jason Njoku, CEO, Iroko Partners (Nigeria)

Ethiopia travel diary: Day 3 & 4

South African food company could buy 80% stake in Nigeria’s Dangote

East Africa’s Asian kings of cash

Meet the Boss: Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu, MD, soleRebels (Ethiopia)

African companies investing more in their own continent

Ethiopia travel diary: Day 1 & 2

How we made it in Africa to bring readers all the news from WEF in Ethiopia

Why business is the most effective path to Africa’s development

Africa more integrated with rest of world than with itself

How some western entrepreneurs are abandoning Silicon Valley for Africa

Is Africa’s negative image justified? Eleven viewpoints

Ghana: From side hustle to 16 stores – a retail entrepreneur’s story

Building an investable and scalable business in Kenya: Founders share their thoughts

Entrepreneur spots opportunity in Nigeria’s informal retail market

DRC could be lucrative market for Zambia and other neighbours

Tanzania: From rejections to $40m – an entrepreneur’s rocky road to success

Ghana: Profiting from local rice production

Sierra Leone: Seeing an opportunity in onion farming

Nigeria: Entrepreneur turns 960 naira (less than $1) into national food business

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