Local content: Government must lead the charge Published by Press Office on 9 March 2017 Real local content will always be the cheaper and more efficient alternative for international companies operating in Africa.
Why a Radisson Blu room in Rwanda costs more than in China Published by Kate Douglas on 7 March 2017 We talk to Carlson Rezidor’s Andrew McLachlan about what is driving up the cost of hotel rooms in Africa.
How ‘flying donkeys’ could boost trade in Africa Published by Hassan Houry on 7 March 2017 Three key highlights from a transportation and supply chain perspective and the implications for Africa in 2030.
Cross-border e-commerce considered a growth rocket for sub-Saharan Africa retailers Published by Staff Writer on 3 March 2017 Cross-border retail volumes are predicted to increase at an annual average rate of 25% between 2015 and 2020.
We need a new model for private equity investment in Africa Published by Brendan Mullen and Rushil Vallabh on 1 March 2017 Private equity has not been the catalyst for growth in Africa that everyone had hoped.
How emerging markets have changed over time Published by Stephen Dover on 28 February 2017 The way people both think about and invest in emerging markets should evolve.
CFA franc zone: Growing anti-euro political sentiment increases risk for region Published by Ecobank Research on 28 February 2017 The rise in populism across the EU has increased volatility in the EUR and hence XOF/XAF.
Facebook CEO looks for more ‘likes’ from Africa Published by Eleni Mourdoukoutas on 28 February 2017 Mark Zuckerberg’s trip to Kenya and Nigeria inspired local techies amid scepticism.
Tiger Brands redefines its African strategy as reality sets in Published by Kate Douglas on 28 February 2017 Tiger Brands has disposed of its Kenyan business Haco, representing a shift in its African expansion strategy.
Meet the Boss: Michael Ugwu, general manager west Africa, Sony Music Published by Justin Probyn on 22 February 2017 ‘You never know what you might find on that tougher path because it is a road less travelled.’
Hotel real estate assets are catching the eye of African pension funds Published by Kate Douglas on 22 February 2017 Hotel operator Carlson Rezidor is in talks with a handful of pension funds across the continent.
Nigeria has the potential to lead a continent – if it avoids the mistakes of its past Published by Austin Okere on 21 February 2017 ‘The market is like water; it will always find its level. The earlier we let this happen the better for our economy.’
Agriculture in Africa: Potential versus reality Published by Otavio Veras on 21 February 2017 The low productivity levels of agriculture in Africa have resulted in a worrisome scenario: it does not meet the growing demand for food from urban centres.
The new era in Kenyan banking – innovate or die Published by Jeff Aludo on 17 February 2017 The banking industry in Kenya is under pressure.