Kingsley Makhubela: Africa’s greatest economic opportunity – trading with itself Published by Kingsley Makhubela on 19 January 2018 A collaborative approach to Africa’s own growth story driven by the continent itself will make it a stronger contender globally.
Paul Boynton: Private equity – a return of investor confidence and greater deal flow expected in 2018 Published by Paul Boynton on 12 December 2017 One consequence of slower years is that the private equity industry has accumulated a mountain of cash while waiting for the right projects to back.
The impact of Germany’s G20 presidency on Africa Published by Richard Li on 16 August 2017 Under Germany’s leadership, the G20 Africa Partnership has been launched.
Germany touts Africa investment as signature issue Published by Anita Powell on 27 June 2017 Chancellor Angela Merkel has vowed to invest some US$335m to attract foreign investors to Africa.
Africa’s diversified FDI sources provide resilience Published by EY Africa on 16 May 2017 The US continued to be the leading investor in Africa, accounting for 13.5% of inward investment projects.
Naira floats again, but not freely enough Published by Cavan Osborne on 12 November 2016 Fund manager writes about his recent trip to Nigeria.
Where to after AGOA? Published by Peter Fabricius on 11 October 2016 Can a new, more reciprocal, trade relationship be structured between the US and Africa after the current iteration expires?
Is the Italy-Africa relationship taking off? Published by Antonio Pilogallo on 9 September 2016 Italy has demonstrated a renewed interest in the continent in recent years.
To transform Africa’s economies, African companies matter too Published by Zainab Usman on 10 June 2016 The dynamism of domestic businesses are too often overlooked by researchers and analysts.
Quantum Global Group announces regional expansion plans in Africa and the Middle East Published by Press Office on 21 April 2016 The firm will establish offices in key markets to increase investor access to Africa’s vast development potential through funds registered in Mauritius.
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.
Noodling on Kellogg’s African deal: Why global investors are turning to Africa and what it means Published by Jude Uzonwanne on 5 October 2015 The Kellogg-Tolaram deal is just one of an increasing number of global acquisitions of African companies.
Linking US-based investors with opportunities in Ethiopia Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 August 2015 Renew makes it possible for Americans to make small investments in Africa, and gradually build confidence in the continent and the opportunities it offers.
