The development of Morocco’s IT sector Published by Mounia Bendraoui on 10 February 2017 Morocco aims to position itself as a strategic hub in the Middle East and North Africa.
Virtual mines and floating hotels: Five interesting innovations at the Mining Indaba Published by Kate Douglas on 9 February 2017 Interesting products and services targeted at the mining industry.
South African private equity continues to outperform listed market Published by Staff Writer on 9 February 2017 South African private equity continued to yield favourable returns relative to listed equity.
M&A action shifts from west to east Africa Published by Staff Writer on 8 February 2017 Despite some high profile bank failures in the region, businesses active in the insurance and broader financial services sector continue to attract new capital.
Mining Indaba: Even the food tastes better this year as optimism returns to the industry Published by Kate Douglas on 8 February 2017 There is newfound energy at this year’s Mining Indaba, especially compared to the somewhat depressing event last year.
Meet the Boss: Henri Nyakarundi, managing director, ARED (Rwanda) Published by Justin Probyn on 8 February 2017 ‘Just start a business – it will teach you more about yourself and your abilities than any other institution.’
Global business education is the best antidote to economic nationalism Published by Press Office on 7 February 2017 Business operations are increasingly global, with ideas, products, capital, and teams moving across borders.
How Trump’s policies could hurt African mining Published by Kate Douglas on 7 February 2017 While a strong dollar should benefit African commodity exporters, it comes at a time when protectionist trade policies could reduce African export revenues.
Tough times for African equities Published by Andrew Lapping on 7 February 2017 Falling African equity prices and valuations over the past 30 months have laid the groundwork for better returns ahead.
How big supermarket chains in southern Africa keep out small suppliers Published by Reena das Nair on 7 February 2017 Large supermarket chains have considerable buyer power, and are often able to control pricing and trading terms with suppliers.
Digital technology aiming to empower small-farm owners in east Africa Published by Tina Trinh on 7 February 2017 Mastercard has launched a new digital marketplace for east African farmers to sell their crops and receive payment via their mobile telephones.
In defence of Germany’s Marshall Plan with Africa Published by Adefolake Adeyeye on 7 February 2017 Despite the challenges of investing in Africa, the continent holds many opportunities for German companies.
Predictions for Africa’s PR industry in 2017 Published by Press Office on 6 February 2017 Nations right across sub-Saharan Africa are pushing ahead with reforms and initiatives that support the case for investment and business expansion.
Planes, trains, and automobiles: East Africa’s massive infrastructure project begins Published by Jill Craig on 6 February 2017 LAPPSET will consist of a 32-berth port on Kenya’s north coast, a railway, an oil pipeline, highways, international airports, and resort cities.
