Somaliland wants to secede – here’s why caution is necessary Published by Peter Robert Woodward on 12 September 2016 Separation is intended to deal with problems and provide an acceptable alternative, but history shows it may not be the solution.
Five countries, often overlooked, poised for 5%-plus growth Published by Eve Strauss on 12 September 2016 Strong growth in the face of challenging economic conditions across the continent.
The dos and don’ts of doing business in Nigeria Published by Mills Soko on 12 September 2016 Unravelling the complexities of the Nigerian market.
McKinsey: African companies with women leaders earn 20% more Published by Kate Douglas on 9 September 2016 Here’s what companies can do to improve their gender balance.
A variegated picture of the global economy and its spillovers Published by Mthuli Ncube on 9 September 2016 The positive global growth spillovers of a stronger US economy will be countered by negative growth spillovers from China.
Is the Italy-Africa relationship taking off? Published by Antonio Pilogallo on 9 September 2016 Italy has demonstrated a renewed interest in the continent in recent years.
A balance of power is the key to effective negotiations Published by Quinton Douman on 8 September 2016 Three ways to set yourself apart from competitors
New customers – not government contracts – key to growing a small business Published by Jeffrey Manu on 8 September 2016 Growing your consumer base and increasing sales volumes
How brave brands sail rough waters: A TECNO Mobile case review Published by Press Office on 7 September 2016 TECNO grows from the low segment of the mobile market to a competitive high-end smartphone leader
Development investors commit $660m for African financial services providers Published by Justin Probyn on 7 September 2016 Arise hopes to grow assets, spread across 20 countries, to $1bn by 2022.
South African CEOs expected in large numbers in Geneva to promote investment opportunities in South Africa Published by Press Office on 6 September 2016 More than 1,000 participants from over 63 countries will gather at the Africa CEO Forum, the foremost international event dedicated to the African private sector.
Seven innovative companies meeting Africa’s renewable energy needs Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 6 September 2016 Six hundred million people currently lack access to reliable grid-connected electricity in sub-Saharan Africa – these companies have solutions.
How to build winning businesses in Africa: 10 minutes with Massmart Published by Martyn Davies on 6 September 2016 Talking business with Massmart’s chairman Kuseni Dlamini.
Sketchy infrastructure an impediment to growth Published by Amadou Sy on 6 September 2016 Inadequate infrastructure limits the continent’s economic progress, but funding roads, ports, and power projects is difficult.
