Investing in Nigeria: Discipline is key, says asset manager Published by Rami Hajjar on 5 May 2021 As Covid-19 struck and the oil price collapsed, the share prices of asset management firm Allan Gray’s main holdings, particularly the banks, halved in Nigerian naira terms.
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Reviewing the trends driving Africa’s allure: Rapid urbanisation Published by Simon Freemantle on 4 May 2021 Today, Africa has 63 cities with populations of over 1 million people – up from 49 in 2010 and 30 in 2000.
Crop storage and cold-chain solutions in Africa hold significant business potential Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 May 2021 Several entrepreneurs and investors have identified the storage and preservation of agricultural produce in Africa as an area with compelling opportunities.
Reviewing the trends driving Africa’s allure: A larger, younger and more affluent population Published by Simon Freemantle on 3 May 2021 Simon Freemantle considers the challenges and opportunities that emerge from the seismic demographic changes taking place across Africa.
Sierra Leonean entrepreneur on how he built a company that tracks construction projects with drones Published by James Torvaney on 2 May 2021 Co-founder of Track Your Build outlines the company’s journey from a small drone operator to a construction management platform used to monitor large-scale projects.
Africa Deal Roundup: 15 deal, fundraising and exit announcements in April Published by Staff Writer on 30 April 2021 A selection of African private equity deal, fundraising and exit announcements that came across our desk in April 2021.
Profit-making idea: The Robinhood of Africa – invest-tech could be the next big thing in fintech Published by Jaco Maritz on 30 April 2021 Platforms that smooth the way for people to invest their money could be one of the next growth areas for fintech in Africa.
Why this investment firm bought into one of South Africa’s largest natural health retailers Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 April 2021 EXEO Capital recently invested in the parent company of South African natural health retailer Wellness Warehouse.
How this company digitised bus transport in Uganda Published by Nelly Murungi on 28 April 2021 We speak to Ronald Hakiza, the co-founder of UgaBus, a Ugandan company providing technology solutions for the bus transport industry.
East Africa: Five manufacturing opportunities with good potential for investors Published by Jeanette Clark on 27 April 2021 Packaging, recycling, consumer electronics, agro-processing, and pharmaceuticals highlighted as attractive opportunities.
Eyes up for the future of tech-based impact in Africa Published by Press Office on 27 April 2021 Adopting new technologies and fresh, innovative ideas to solving some of the most complex issues is a huge opportunity to leapfrog the status quo.
Data centres are a growing investment opportunity in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 26 April 2021 Data centres in Africa are increasingly attracting the attention of investors.
Nine agribusiness entrepreneurs to watch in East Africa Published by Staff Writer on 25 April 2021 From mushrooms to superfood moringa to seeds for smallholder farmers, here is a selection of businesspeople capitalising on the sector’s potential.