Tony Elumelu on the challenges of growing a pan-African company Published by Jaco Maritz on 15 August 2017 Policy uncertainty, labour mobility restrictions and foreign exchange issues. These are some of the challenges foreign companies can expect to encounter.
Building a fashion empire with Afrocentric bow ties Published by Oluwabusayomi Sotunde on 5 July 2017 Talking the business of fashion with Rwanda-based entrepreneur Matthew “Tayo” Rugamba.
Are South African women ‘not ready’ for leadership positions? Published by Press Office on 26 June 2017 The reality is that huge inequalities exist in the country’s labour market.
Is entrepreneurship a trip best travelled alone? Published by Business Partners team on 22 May 2017 Just as important as knowing when the time is right to get a partner involved, is knowing when it isn’t.
Developing a culture of brand ambassadorship for sustained growth Published by Brian Eagar on 9 May 2017 Brand ambassadors are active participants and smarter decision makers who live the behaviours that organisations require for long-term success.
Expanding into Africa through a franchise model: The experience of Soda King Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 April 2017 This case study unpacks Soda King’s experiences of building a pan-African franchise business.
Four basic accounting misconceptions that could be holding you and your business back Published by Press Office on 17 February 2017 If you don’t want to be tripped up in meetings or have the wool pulled over your eyes when it comes to money matters you need to make sure you understand the basics of accounting.
Singapore is embracing the East African Community Published by Otavio Veras on 15 February 2017 Singapore has long noticed the potential the EAC holds as an unexplored emerging market.
The Africa CEO Forum puts female leadership in Africa at the heart of the debate Published by Press Office on 10 February 2017 The Africa CEO Forum and McKinsey & Company are pooling their expertise to launch the African Women in Business initiative at the 2017 Africa CEO Forum.
Meet the Boss: Henri Nyakarundi, managing director, ARED (Rwanda) Published by Justin Probyn on 8 February 2017 ‘Just start a business – it will teach you more about yourself and your abilities than any other institution.’
Global business education is the best antidote to economic nationalism Published by Press Office on 7 February 2017 Business operations are increasingly global, with ideas, products, capital, and teams moving across borders.
Gold medallist Ryk Neethling on applying Olympic training skills to property Published by Kate Douglas on 27 January 2017 ‘What makes you successful in sport, I think translates very well into business.’
Pop-up and prosper! Published by Press Office on 23 January 2017 The modern age has ushered in the dawn of a day as far as shopping is concerned.
The commodification of African wildlife: A controversial business Published by Kate Douglas on 19 January 2017 Wildlife expert says African animals are worth more alive, and in Africa.
