Competing for FDI: How do Africa’s economies compare with other emerging markets? Published by Kate Douglas on 26 January 2016 What effect will global headwinds have on Africa’s foreign investment inflows, and how do its leading economies compare to other emerging markets?
Angolan VC fund discusses investment in Africa in 2016 Published by Staff Writer on 20 January 2016 ‘The dramatic and sustained drop in oil and commodity prices has served to illustrate the urgency for diversification away from reliance on natural resources.’
Is your company prepared to do business in Africa in 2016? Published by Dode Seidu on 15 January 2016 Advice on positioning your company to take advantage of Africa’s business opportunities.
African private equity in 2016: What effect will the global economic climate have? Published by Kate Douglas on 14 January 2016 Currency risks have impacted investment into African listed markets, but what does it mean for private equity on the continent?
Q&A: PR player shares how the industry in Africa differs to elsewhere Published by Kate Douglas on 13 January 2016 ‘Particularly in Africa, it simply isn’t enough to rely on the media to influence your stakeholders.’
What islands can learn from Mauritius about tourism and entertainment Published by Vanessa GB Gowreesunkar on 13 January 2016 Mauritius has adapted to tourists’ more sophisticated demands by diversifying its offering to them.
More US Fed hikes? What it means for South Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 12 January 2016 The prospect of higher US yields has attracted investment away from emerging markets, with their currencies weakening in relation to a strong dollar. South Africa’s rand is no different.
One-week life insurance: Solutions for Africa’s informal market Published by Kate Douglas on 8 January 2016 Two South Africans are developing IT solutions to target the unbanked, informal trader in Africa, typically living on an average household income of US$8 a day.
What influences foreign direct investment into Africa? Published by Robbie Cheadle on 7 January 2016 During the five year period ending 2014, total FDI inflows to Africa have increased by 20%.
Ten rules for entrepreneurs to live by Published by Business Partners team on 7 January 2016 The life of an entrepreneur is different from those that are employed in a 9-to-5 job.
Five tips for spotting overlooked African investment opportunities in 2016 Published by Kate Douglas on 6 January 2016 American fund manager Robert Scharar shares his tips for identifying investment opportunities in Africa.
How microcredit has hurt the poor and destroyed informal business Published by Milford Bateman on 5 January 2016 After 1994 the microcredit movement helped plunge large numbers of black South Africans into heavy debt and poverty while enriching a few white elites who provided the loans.
Opinion: Renewable energy a win-win African investment opportunity Published by Bertrams Lukstins on 5 January 2016 The renewable energy sector is gaining traction in many African countries.
Hollard’s Africa head on the continent’s insurance industry (full interview) Published by Kate Douglas on 23 December 2015 ‘We are very bullish on the African insurance market and the opportunities that have been offered.’