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Beyond Lagos: Investment opportunities in northern Nigeria

Published by James William on 11 December 2023

The co-founders of Aduna Capital recognise significant untapped potential in northern Nigeria, a region that encompasses about half of the country’s total population but attracts only a small portion of startup funding.

Investors pick four African frontier markets with the promise of super returns

Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 December 2023

During a session at the recent SuperReturn Africa conference, a group of African investors were asked to identify a frontier market they are optimistic about.

11 winners recognised at Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards Ceremony held during COP28 UAE

Published by Press Office on 6 December 2023

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, recently awarded the winners of the Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE’s pioneering global award in sustainability and humanitarianism.

Join African food company’s distributor network: Earn while promoting healthy eating

Published by Press Office on 4 December 2023

Glytime Foods, a leading agro-processing company dedicated to producing wholesome and health-conscious products, is seeking passionate distributors to partner with us in expanding our reach across Africa.

Nigerian entrepreneur breaks into multi-billion dollar coconut industry

Published by Jeanette Clark on 2 December 2023

Talking business with Ebun Feludu, the founder of Kokari Coconuts & Company, a Nigerian agro-processing company which turns coconuts into a variety of food and personal care products.

Investor sees opportunity in Africa’s healthcare deficit, from Nigeria to Egypt

Published by Staff Writer on 29 November 2023

Mikael Hajjar, co-founder of Africa-focused venture capital firm P1 Ventures, recognises opportunities in Africa’s healthcare imbalance.

A five-step Africa investment strategy during economic crisis

Published by Harnet Bokrezion on 26 November 2023

Five simple but rarely discussed insights into how investors can strategically cut down risk and increase their success in Africa.

3D printed homes in Kenya: A future blueprint for affordable housing?

Published by Jaco Maritz on 23 November 2023

Near the town of Kilifi on the Kenyan coast, stand 10 unique homes, not built by hand, but printed using a giant 3D concrete printer.

Reasons for cautious optimism: From Nigerian banks to Zimbabwean mining

Published by Kamal Govan on 20 November 2023

Kamal Govan, portfolio manager of the Allan Gray Africa Equity Fund, discusses the macroeconomic and idiosyncratic risks facing select businesses in Nigeria, Zimbabwe and Egypt.

Real estate investor carves profitable niche in African affordable housing

Published by Jeanette Clark on 17 November 2023

While many real estate developers avoid affordable housing, Johannesburg-based IHS has crafted a profitable model for such projects in South Africa and beyond.

Procurez-vous une déligneuse multiple Wood-Mizer pour les travaux de découpe les plus difficiles

Published by Press Office on 16 November 2023

La gamme de déligneuses multiples de Wood-Mizer est conçue de façon robuste pour supporter des conditions de travail difficiles tout en assurant une production de bois uniforme.

Get a Wood-Mizer Multirip for the toughest ripping jobs

Published by Press Office on 16 November 2023

Wood-Mizer’s Multirip range is designed to give every size sawmill the benefit of using a multirip.

Shandré Sund: A master of her craft!

Published by KT Wash on 14 November 2023

KT Wash’s Sky Washing Powder, Marketing Division have recently appointed a new Marketing Manager, with Shandré Sund joining the detergent manufacturing company.

‘Why would someone care about a cooler box that’s made in Cape Town?’

Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 November 2023

Lee Hartman, founder of Fieldbar, was inspired by South Africa’s luxury safari heritage to uniquely position his cooler box brand.

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