Lions (still) on the move: Growth in Africa’s consumer sector Published by McKinsey on 3 October 2017 Africa remains a high-potential region, but growth is concentrated in a few markets and income segments.
Tanzania: Entrepreneur overcomes financing challenges to launch cashew business Published by Oluwabusayomi Sotunde on 3 October 2017 YYTZ Agro-Processing focuses on exporting cashew nuts from Tanzania.
Rwanda dials up investment opportunities by playing to its strengths Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 October 2017 Why Rwanda? What opportunities are there for business to leverage the country’s welcoming environment?
Here’s why South Africa’s online shoppers keep coming back for more Published by Mercy Mpinganjira on 2 October 2017 Four main factors influenced consumers’ attitudes and intentions to shop at a particular online store again.
The changing face of filling stations Published by Jonathan Ward on 2 October 2017 In a world of efficient cars and alternative powertrains, filling stations are enjoying an unexpected renaissance.
Michio Kaku on how technology will impact the world in the coming 20 years Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 October 2017 … and where the money-making opportunities will be in this new economy.
The journey so far: Mwiya Musokotwane, CEO, Thebe Investment Management Published by Kate Douglas on 2 October 2017 ‘In glorifying success we often don’t talk about all the difficult aspects of being an entrepreneur.’
What benefits can Africa derive from the BRICS partnership? Published by Richard Li on 1 October 2017 While Africa currently has more significant links with China and India, BRICS provides an avenue to reach out to Brazil and Russia as well.
Sovereign wealth funds and Africa’s unique challenges Published by Mthuli Ncube on 1 October 2017 A sovereign wealth fund can help to avoid the ‘resource curse’ or ‘paradox of plenty’.
Entering the fintech space – what you need to know from a legal perspective Published by Daniel Van Zuydam on 29 September 2017 Four tips for entrepreneurs or start-ups on how to overcome the legal challenges of entering the fintech market.
Ethiopian goes fully digital Published by Press Office on 29 September 2017 Today marks an important milestone in Ethiopian’s history, as it has removed paper from all its business processes.
UCT GSB case study on African Bank collapse wins international accolade Published by Press Office on 28 September 2017 Associate Professor Stephanie Giamporcaro unpacks the bank’s failure in an award-winning business case study.
The business case for Cameroon’s first premier cinema Published by Justin Probyn on 27 September 2017 The cinema will add to the leisure and entertainment offering at the new Douala Grand Mall.
Mobile financial services in Africa: Winning the battle for the customer Published by Mutsa Chironga and team on 26 September 2017 To compete in Africa’s diverse mobile money markets, banks must offer distinctive services.
