Art rides the turbulent winds of 2016, but returns remain impressive for those that stay the course Published by Staff Writer on 10 May 2017 Passion investments such as art can offer superior returns.
True entrepreneurs rise above the challenges Published by Press Office on 9 May 2017 Entrepreneur Rudzani Mulaudzi remains undeterred by the weaker economy and tougher investment landscape.
Developing a culture of brand ambassadorship for sustained growth Published by Brian Eagar on 9 May 2017 Brand ambassadors are active participants and smarter decision makers who live the behaviours that organisations require for long-term success.
Which are Africa’s most competitive countries? Published by Anna Bruce-Lockhart on 9 May 2017 The best-performing African nations.
Start-ups in Africa are more likely to grow from client revenue than investment Published by Kate Douglas on 9 May 2017 Business leaders discuss what it takes to develop African ‘unicorns’ (start-ups with a valuation of over $1bn).
Is South Africa a gateway for China’s investment in Africa? Published by Natalie Mao on 9 May 2017 South Africa can no longer take its role as a gateway to Africa for granted.
Expanding to Botswana? Not a ‘crazy’ idea for South African retailer Published by Justin Probyn on 9 May 2017 Despite having a relatively small population of about 2.2 million people, The Crazy Store sees potential in Botswana.
CFA franc zone: France’s election outcome reduces currency risk Published by Ecobank Research on 9 May 2017 How the CFA franc, which is pegged to the euro, will be impacted by the French election results.
South African private equity continues to endure despite slowing growth Published by Staff Writer on 9 May 2017 Despite South Africa’s contracted economic growth forecast at the end of 2016, the performance of the private equity industry ended the year on a positive trajectory.
Rhino campaign: Kenyan wildlife conservancy partners with dating app Tinder Published by Nelly Murungi on 8 May 2017 Sudan, the 43-year-old northern white rhino, has joined dating app Tinder.
South African academics pioneer new method for financial markets Published by Press Office on 8 May 2017 Two South African academics are making waves internationally for pioneering a new numerical method that could help ensure greater efficiency and accuracy when pricing financial instruments in markets.
China’s investment in Africa Published by Sarah Nassiri on 7 May 2017 Africa has benefited from China’s rising outbound direct investments, but no more so than other regions.
Meet the Boss: Kevin Lennett, managing director, The Crazy Store Published by Justin Probyn on 7 May 2017 Kevin Lennett answers our questions.
Africa’s subsistence-minded farmers should become commercially-minded Published by Kate Douglas on 5 May 2017 Kenya’s entire dairy industry, for example, is built on smallholders.
