Outlook for private equity and venture capital in Africa Published by Michelle Essomé on 5 December 2013 “Private equity and venture capital is increasingly becoming an important funding option for African entrepreneurs.”
Eight reasons why foreign investors aren’t funding African entrepreneurs Published by Kate Douglas on 4 December 2013 Regulations, strong exchange control and small returns deter foreign investment in African startups.
Malawi-based entrepreneur has big plans for property listing site Pakwathu Published by Jaco Maritz on 4 December 2013 At the age of 21, Gonjetso Chinyama is the founder of Pakwathu, a website that allows users to search for properties in Malawi.
Moving goods in Africa – what you need to know Published by Tielman Nieuwoudt on 4 December 2013 Tielman Nieuwoudt offers advice on supply chain management in Africa.
A global view is essential when assessing the effects of US Federal Reserve tapering Published by Mohammed Nalla on 4 December 2013 The US Federal Reserve Bank’s quantitative easing programme has repercussions for South Africa.
The internet’s transformative potential in Africa Published by McKinsey on 3 December 2013 Growing internet penetration in Africa has wide-ranging effects, contributing to economic and social development.
A focus on niche markets reduces risk for Rwandan coffee producers Published by Kate Douglas on 3 December 2013 Huye Mountain Coffee has gained success in the international market with its speciality coffee.
Meet the Boss: Isaac Kwaku Fokuo, CEO, African Leadership Network Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 December 2013 African Leadership Network head encourages Africans to be proud of being African.
Barbara Birungi on encouraging more women to become entrepreneurs Published by Kate Douglas on 2 December 2013 Ugandan entrepreneur Barbara Birungi believes tech startups can positively affect Africa’s social and economic development.
London: The playground of rich Nigerians Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 December 2013 An article in British magazine Tatler describes the lavish lifestyles of wealthy Nigerians living in London.
Tips on dealing with conflict at work Published by Lutfey Siddiqi on 2 December 2013 “How employees behave and interact with each other plays a determining role in the fate of a company.”
China’s investment in Africa is positive, says advisor Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 2 December 2013 The Sino-Africa Centre of Excellence is focused on improving relations between Africa and China.
Paul Kagame: A digital president leading a technology movement Published by Uwimana Basaninyenzi on 29 November 2013 An avid user of social media, Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame is pushing technological innovations.
Entrepreneurs, stand out and be remembered Published by Kate Douglas on 29 November 2013 Looking different and handing out colourful business cards can help investors remember you.
