Are South Africans seen as too arrogant when doing business on the continent? Published by Kate Douglas on 24 July 2014 “There is a wariness about South Africans and how they do business.”
Are exchange controls a benefit or detriment to African business? Published by Kate Douglas on 22 July 2014 A look at the complexities of exchange controls in Africa and the role they are currently playing in South Africa.
Don’t ignore what Africa does best – the informal sector Published by Kate Douglas on 21 July 2014 Nigerian-American journalist and author, Dayo Olopade, talks about the heart of Africa’s commercial activity.
African agriculture needs young entrepreneurs Published by Kim Lewis on 17 July 2014 Young men and women from the countryside do not want to stay and work in the agriculture sector.
Lessons from India for Africa’s healthcare entrepreneurs Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 17 July 2014 African healthcare entrepreneurs can learn a lot from their peers in India.
Three things you should understand about African stock markets Published by Kate Douglas on 16 July 2014 What investors should know about using Africa’s stock markets to tap into its growth story.
Profiting from poverty: Do some companies benefit from twisted images of Africa? Published by Kate Douglas on 15 July 2014 Dayo Olopade says some for-profit companies leverage the existence of poverty as a clever marketing tactic.
Thoughts from Toyin Saraki on women leadership and Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 8 July 2014 “I believe that our biggest challenge as women is to be able to step forward and to actually lead.”
No visa required: Africa’s most powerful passports Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 July 2014 New research ranks countries according to the number of places their passports can enter without a visa, or with a visa on arrival.
What we can learn from Olam’s success in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 7 July 2014 Olam’s MD Ramesh shares some of the strategies required to successfully expand a business in Africa.
Top businessman’s view on the real reasons for Africa’s economic growth Published by Jaco Maritz on 30 June 2014 Nigerian businessman Hakeem Belo-Osagie’s take on the ‘Africa rising’ debate.
11 steps for US companies to better engage with African governments Published by Eliot Pence and Robert Fogler on 26 June 2014 Africa can be a promising market for US companies that can demand high standards while allowing for the continent’s growing pains.
Why illegal fishing off Africa’s coast must be stopped Published by Caroline Kende-Robb on 23 June 2014 Rising global demand for fish has made African waters a magnet for fleets from around the world.
Four things you should know about agriculture and food in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 20 June 2014 How we made it in Africa highlights some key thoughts concerning African agribusiness.