Zimbabwe hopes tobacco will revive battered economy Published by Sebastian Mhofu on 20 March 2017 Independent economist John Robertson says this year’s tobacco yield is higher, but will not quickly improve Zimbabwe’s economy.
What steps is Tunisia taking towards fiscal reforms? Published by Rihab Zaatour on 20 March 2017 The authorities have initiated several reforms to improve fiscal transparency and modernise public financial management.
Woodstock Brewery owner talks craft beer in South Africa and beyond Published by Justin Probyn on 20 March 2017 ‘Craft brewing is a perfect mix between art, science and business.’
Ecobank plans to use its app to make traditional bank accounts relevant in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 20 March 2017 Now customers can open a bank account using a smartphone, without having to visit a branch or present paperwork.
Nigeria: The next chapter? Published by Charles Weller on 17 March 2017 The difficulties of the past two years have caused the country to diversify its economy.
Nothing ventured, nothing gained Published by Staff Writer on 17 March 2017 There is a growing appetite among South African fund managers for venture capital deals.
How Trump’s foreign policy may impact Africa’s economic position Published by Aly-Khan Satchu on 16 March 2017 Africans are sifting smoke signals trying to work out what Trump might entail exactly.
Africa’s jobless youth cast a shadow over economic growth Published by Kingsley Ighobor on 14 March 2017 In most African countries, youth unemployment ‘occurs at a rate more than twice that for adults’.
Uganda needs a caffeine fix: Insights from Vietnam’s coffee market success Published by Astrid RN Haas on 14 March 2017 Until recently Vietnam and Uganda shared a similar trajectory in the development of their coffee sectors.
Lagos’ first timeshare co-working space Published by Justin Probyn on 13 March 2017 Lagos CoWork is ‘uberising’ the office market by providing an on-demand workspace for growing businesses.
Business leaders share how they are dealing with some of Africa’s current challenges Published by Kate Douglas on 13 March 2017 The dollar crunch, negative perceptions and high costs – here is how some companies are getting around these challenges.
Hotspots for Africa’s ultra-high-net-worth individuals Published by Staff Writer on 9 March 2017 The growth in ultra-wealthy populations in Africa will outpace that of Europe and North America over the next decade.
Becoming a cross-border e-commerce champion in five steps Published by Staff Writer on 9 March 2017 Today’s diverse cross-border e-tailer landscape demonstrates that businesses of all shapes and sizes have the potential to ‘go global’.
China-Africa relations: Musings from the Belt and Road initiative Published by Adefolake Adeyeye on 9 March 2017 The initiative would open up a number of routes for transferring goods to Africa and within Africa.