U.S. banks to strengthen presence in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 7 March 2011 Two of America’s largest banks, JP Morgan Chase and Citi, told the Reuters Africa Investment Summit that they intend to boost their footprint on the African continent.
10 common mistakes African start-up businesses make Published by Pearl Seigel on 7 March 2011 An increasing number of African entrepreneurs are entering the challenging new world of running one’s own business. Pearl Seigel addresses some of the common pitfalls.
Annual rankings: Africa’s best, and worst, countries for mining Published by Claude Harding on 4 March 2011 Africa as a whole doesn’t seem to be making much progress in creating a more attractive mining investment environment.
Analysts painting an overly rosy picture of Africa, says SABMiller boss Published by Claude Harding on 2 March 2011 SABMiller’s managing director for Africa, Mark Bowman, says that many analysts are painting an overly rosy picture of doing business in Africa.
Africa’s growing middle class could drive political change Published by Scott Stearns on 1 March 2011 A growing middle class south of the Sahara presents challenges for governments, as well as a potential source of political stability.
Sub-Saharan Africa the world’s last cement frontier Published by Nontando Zunga and Anthony Lopes-Pinto on 27 February 2011 Sub-Saharan Africa is the world’s last cement frontier, currently with a supply deficit of some 5 million tons per annum.
Africa, China to reshape global oil markets Published by Claude Harding on 25 February 2011 Africa is poised to become a major player in the global oil markets due to the discovery of new reserves and as it ramps up production to meet growing global demand, especially from China.
Google expands reach in West Africa to tech-savvy youth Published by Julia Ritchey on 24 February 2011 West Africa’s internet penetration level remains one of the lowest in the world, but a booming market for mobile phones has more tech companies sensing opportunity.
Fabrinox partnering with international firms on African projects Published by Promotional Feature on 24 February 2011 South Africa-based manufacturing firm Fabrinox has built up a strong base of clients operating beyond the country’s borders in the rest of Africa.
Doing business in Africa a question of human relations Published by Claude Harding on 21 February 2011 A study of the perception of business relations with Africa, conducted among French entrepreneurs, reveals that doing business in Africa is a question of human relations above all else.
Africa’s mining sector viewed as attractive investment proposition, despite problems Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 17 February 2011 Africa’s mining potential is unfolding as a number of economies are becoming more important in terms of global mineral production.
Tiger Brands’ hunger for Africa cannot be satisfied Published by Claude Harding on 16 February 2011 South African fast-moving consumer goods company, Tiger Brands, has over the past few months made a number of acquisitions in the rest of the continent.
How China will spur Africa’s economic growth Published by Claude Harding on 10 February 2011 China is now a clear leader in the race for Africa’s resources and can be expected to continue developing these interests for the mutual benefit of both Africa as well as China’s surging economy.
People power mushrooms across the continent Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 31 January 2011 “People power” has gripped the African continent over the past few weeks.