Sub-Saharan Africa’s growth slows: A look at Nigeria and Kenya Published by Renaissance Capital on 8 July 2015 Renaissance Capital has lowered its 2015 growth forecast for Kenya and looks at the downside risks for Nigeria’s economy.
The changing face of Ethiopia Published by Masimba Tafirenyika on 1 July 2015 An assertive nation flexes its economic muscle.
Q&A with Ashish Thakkar: What can we learn from the way Africa is growing? Published by Ashish J Thakkar on 19 November 2013 World Economic Forum followers ask Mara Group founder Ashish Thakkar questions about Africa’s growth.
High African growth rates distort the real development image Published by Dianna Games on 20 August 2013 “How many times have you heard that many of the fastest-growing economies in the world at the moment are in Africa?”
Which African cities will see the most growth over the next five years? Published by Jaco Maritz on 31 January 2013 Companies looking to expand into Africa should seriously consider setting up shop in Accra, Lusaka and Luanda.
Four ways how your company can boost sales Published by Femi Adewunmi on 16 February 2012 Consulting firm McKinsey & Co. interviewed around 100 sales executives from around the globe to learn what separates great sales leaders from the also-rans. Here are four ideas on how to use your company’s sales team to boost growth.
Latest IMF outlook remains bullish on Sub-Saharan Africa Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 20 April 2011 Last week the International Monetary Fund (IMF) published its World Economic Outlook for April 2011, and its prognosis continued to be positive for Sub-Saharan Africa
DRC sees 417% increase in Facebook users Published by Claude Harding on 10 March 2011 The Democratic Republic of Congo is the African country that has shown the greatest growth in Facebook users over the past three months.
Zambia emerging as a strong global mining player Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 1 March 2011 Mining in Zambia will definitely be a key driver for growth in 2011 and beyond.
How China will spur Africa’s economic growth Published by Claude Harding on 10 February 2011 China is now a clear leader in the race for Africa’s resources and can be expected to continue developing these interests for the mutual benefit of both Africa as well as China’s surging economy.
Welcoming the African Lions and bidding farewell to the Asian Tigers Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 25 January 2011 According to an analysis by The Economist, over the ten years to 2010, no fewer than six of the world’s ten top growing economies where in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Angola economy to grow by 7.5% in 2011, says minister Published by Staff Writer on 18 January 2011 Angola’s Minister of State Carlos Feijo said the country will achieve 7.5% GDP growth in 2011.
Kenya’s economy may grow by 6% in 2011 Published by Staff Writer on 12 January 2011 Kenya’s economy may grow by 6% this year compared to about 5% in 2010, a finance ministry official said at a conference.
2011 the start of the dynamic market decade Published by Claude Harding on 6 January 2011 “Growth has really shifted from the north and the west, to the south and the east.”