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?
Foreign investment bouncing back in Ivory Coast Published by Emilie Iob on 11 January 2016 With an average annual growth of 9% in the past four years, Ivory Coast has become the rising economic star in West Africa.
Somalia: Hurdles and opportunities for investment Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 11 January 2016 We speak to Hassan Dudde, managing director of the Somali Economic Forum.
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%.
What Africa can learn from China’s special economic zones Published by Yejoo Kim on 8 December 2015 For African countries, setting up special economic zones can boost the diversification of their economies and promote manufacturing.
Executives rank South Africa as a top FDI destination, despite weakening economy Published by Kate Douglas on 4 June 2014 South Africa ranked as only African country in A.T. Kearney’s top 25 most attractive FDI markets.
Assessing risk and opportunity in Africa Published by EY Africa on 14 November 2013 EY report highlights foreign direct investment into sub-Saharan Africa, particularly South Africa.
Not everyone sees Africa as an attractive investment destination Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 14 May 2013 Companies who are not currently doing business in Africa perceive it as the least attractive investment destination in the world.
Foreign investment into Africa on downward trend Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 16 August 2011 It would require a major upturn in Sub-Saharan Africa to reverse the downward trend of FDI inflows to the continent.
Africa receives less foreign investment in 2010 Published by Claude Harding on 19 January 2011 Foreign direct investment into Africa fell by 14% to US$50 billion during 2010, according to a recent report.
Africa not just a China play as India makes inroads Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 26 July 2010 Much has been written about the role China has played in increasing FDI into the African continent, driven in particular by its almost insatiable requirement for natural resources to prop up its fast growing economy.
