Obstacles to intra-regional trade in West Africa Published by Jean-Louis Ekra on 29 June 2010 The low ratio of intra-African trade to total African trade despite rising intra-African trade values has been traced to some tariff and non-tariff barriers to the trade.
Commodities with excellent potential available to buyers in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 23 June 2010 A South Africa-based commodity broker is seeking buyers in the rest of Africa for a range of commodities. These include: fertiliser, cement, oil and lubricants, and food products.
Spanish food manufacturer seeks to grow exports to Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 June 2010 Spanish food and beverages manufacturer, Leche Pascaul, is placing a great importance on Africa as an export destination for its products.
More wind power projects to come on stream in Southern Africa Published by Staff Writer on 30 May 2010 Wind power generation currently plays a negligible role in the energy mix of Southern Africa but the situation is expected to improve slightly over the coming years.
Fortune favours the brave (and patient) Published by Jaco Maritz on 22 May 2010 The Imara Group is one of the pioneers in Africa’s investment banking and asset management space. The group invests in numerous stock exchanges across the continent. Jaco Maritz spoke to John Legat, chief executive officer of Imara Asset Management.
SABMiller records growth in its African markets Published by Staff Writer on 20 May 2010 London-based brewer, SABMiller, has recorded an increase in its African sales volumes during a year in which economic growth slowed as a result of the global economic recession, and which also resulted in weaker currencies, increased cost of debt and higher inflation.
Which countries have the most potential for sugar cane growing and processing? Published by Staff Writer on 4 May 2010 Question: Which countries in Africa have the best potential for sugar cane growing and processing?
West African media firms hit by economic downturn Published by Staff Writer on 3 May 2010 West African media organisations are finding it increasingly difficult to survive due to the tough economic situation.
Country overview: Central African Republic Published by Staff Writer on 21 April 2010 According to the Doing Business 2010 report, the Central African Republic ranks 183 out of the 183 countries included in the rankings, making it one of the most difficult places in the world to do business.
Should I trust someone using an Yahoo! email account? Published by Staff Writer on 16 March 2010 Western business people are often put-off by African professionals making use of web-based email accounts such as those offered by gmail, Yahoo! or hotmail. Does this matter and should one treat such emails with suspicion?
