Why companies new to Africa should first focus on smaller countries Published by Jaco Maritz on 27 September 2013 Michael Wood gives advice to companies looking to enter African markets.
Tips for mastering the art of networking Published by Business Partners team on 27 September 2013 Networking is an important part of succeeding in business. We list some tips on how to get it right.
Somalia is ‘ripe for investment’, says Mogadishu hotel owner Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 27 September 2013 “Home is the best. If you don’t build your country, no one else will build it, that is why I moved back to Somalia.”
Oil rich African countries will become complacent, economist warns Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 27 September 2013 While GDP figures indicate growth, this does not necessarily translate into economic development.
Hotel investors scout new opportunities for expansion across Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 26 September 2013 Despite the terrorist attack in Nairobi on the weekend, hotel groups met to discuss potential investments.
Tenacity required to survive in real estate industry, says Ghanaian developer Published by Jaco Maritz on 26 September 2013 Entrepreneur speaks about the challenges of growing his property company in Ghana.
Is trust a crucial factor for small businesses in Africa to succeed? Published by Jacques Morisset on 26 September 2013 Small businesses in African countries have “failed to become the main vectors of growth, job creation, and innovation”.
Congo looking forward to an economic boom in the coming years Published by Jaco Maritz on 26 September 2013 Oil production and mining are expected to drive Congo’s growth.
Three things private equity firms look for in an entrepreneur Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 September 2013 Jacana Partners is a private equity firm focused exclusively on investing in African SMEs.
Zimbabwe is in a position to attract investors, says CEO Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 25 September 2013 Zimbabwe’s rich mineral resources will drive economic growth in the country.
Consumer growth is a reality in Liberia, says local Coca-Cola bottler Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 September 2013 The Coca-Cola Company has a plan to empower women through its 5by20 programme.
Africa can invent: Leapfrogging in unsuspected areas Published by Carlos Lopes on 25 September 2013 African countries need to increase spending on research in order to grow innovation.
South African retailers remain critical for the growth of Africa’s shopping malls Published by Jaco Maritz on 23 September 2013 How we made it in Africa talks to Carlo Matta, CEO of Ghana-based Laurus Development Partners.
Oil theft in Nigeria has ‘worldwide impact’ Published by Heather Murdock on 23 September 2013 Report says slowing the theft of crude oil will “require a substantial political will on the part of the Nigerian government”.
