Taking stock of Uganda’s economy 55 years after independence Published by Sarah Logan on 17 October 2017 Over the past two decades, Uganda’s economy has developed in important ways.
Islamic finance could be the answer to Africa’s growth problems Published by Adnan Ahmed Yousif and Ali Adnan Ibrahim on 9 October 2017 Islamic finance can increase access to finance and can help bridge the infrastructure gap in Africa.
Overcoming the challenges for manufacturing in Africa Published by Richard Li on 20 September 2017 Despite the high growth rate, industrialisation in Africa has barely taken root.
Supply chain management: How SMEs can succeed in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 14 September 2017 Participation of SMEs in international markets can result in higher growth and employment.
Sub-Saharan Africa’s recovery remains on course, but there are risks to monitor Published by Seedwell Hove on 11 September 2017 Growth will remain divergent across the economies.
South Africa insight: GDP rebound is likely to falter in 2H Published by Mark Bohlund And Jamie Murray on 5 September 2017 After expanding by a strong 2.5% in 2Q, South Africa’s economy is unlikely to carry as much momentum into 3Q.
If South Africa is serious about growth it must be urban-led and private sector-driven Published by Press Office on 4 September 2017 South Africa is taking the low road of stagnating growth, policy confusion and gridlock, rising social tension and uncertainty about the future, says leading development think tank.
Insights about Africa’s global trade: Risks to its future growth? Published by Richard Li on 2 September 2017 The recent commodities downturn has shown how dependent many African economies are on their natural resources.
Ice cream heats up in Africa Published by Press Office on 5 July 2017 Polyoak Packaging is partnering with local ice cream manufacturers in Africa to offer convenient single-serve plastic cups with spoon-in-lid for on-the-go consumption.
Africa’s economic headwinds are subsiding Published by Seedwell Hove on 6 June 2017 The region’s growth is rebounding, but remains variegated.
Growth in the construction industry presents opportunities for light-weight plastic buckets Published by Press Office on 19 May 2017 Polyoak Packaging employs industry first technology to launch a plastic bucket suitable for solvent-based products such as paint, coatings and adhesives.
Drawing on the past to chart the future: How sub-Saharan Africa can return to growth Published by Abebe Aemro Selassie on 16 May 2017 Restarting the growth engine.
Kenya 15th most attractive investment destination in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 12 May 2017 Kenyan economy is doing favourably, however, economic headwinds can dampen investor sentiment.
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.
