Africa Deal Roundup: 15 noteworthy deals and announcements in September Published by Staff Writer on 30 September 2019 A selection of African private equity deal, fundraising and exit announcements that came across our desk in September 2019.
The journey so far: Adam Grunewald, CEO, Lynk Published by Jaco Maritz on 30 September 2019 ‘I wish I’d known that it’s a marathon and not a sprint.’
Doing business is easier said than done Published by Nurmara Daily Brief on 30 September 2019 Five African countries are among the top-20 improvers in making it easier to do business in the last year.
Africa’s car market needs an unorthodox approach Published by Nurmara Daily Brief on 27 September 2019 German car giant Volkswagen is hoping that ride-hailing and car-sharing hold the key to cracking Africa’s untapped automotive market.
Time for Africa to ditch fossil fuels? Published by Nurmara Daily Brief on 26 September 2019 Transitioning to renewables is desirable, and in line with wider energy trends, but this has to be a long-term goal.
Everybody wants sustainable development – few want to pay for it Published by Nurmara Daily Brief on 25 September 2019 There is serious doubt on the world’s ability to meet the Sustainable Development Goals.
Due Diligence: Don’t get too distracted by Africa’s macro story, says investor Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 September 2019 ‘Overall, the investment opportunity is becoming more complex with African economies.’
Nigeria wants to fix its refineries – again Published by Nurmara Daily Brief on 24 September 2019 Nigeria’s national oil company has said refurbishment work on its three state-owned oil refineries is due to start in January 2020.
The makings of a mogul: Duncan Njue’s journey from struggle to success Published by Staff Writer on 24 September 2019 Duncan Njue Mutwiri’s journey to becoming a young CEO has been marked by equal parts failure and success.
Startup snapshot: Delivering affordable groceries to South Africa’s townships Published by Staff Writer on 24 September 2019 Yebo Fresh is a Cape Town-based startup that delivers fresh, frozen and dry groceries to township communities.
Signs of economic stress in Egypt Published by Nurmara Daily Brief on 23 September 2019 Thousands of Egyptians took to the streets in several cities across the country over the weekend.
Russia’s diplomacy in Africa is going nuclear Published by Nurmara Daily Brief on 20 September 2019 Uganda this week signed an agreement with Russia to build capacity in the use of nuclear technology for energy and other peaceful purposes.
Investment trip to Egypt: One of the most exciting African countries today Published by Cavan Osborne on 20 September 2019 A trip to Egypt always seems to bring out some interesting investment ideas, writes Cavan Osborne
Why don’t Africa’s resource exporters collaborate? Published by Nurmara Daily Brief on 19 September 2019 Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire are looking to introduce a production ceiling for cocoa to avoid oversupply and support price stability.
