We must boost intra-African trade now Published by Jose Filomeno dos Santos on 21 June 2016 Low oil prices and a weakening demand for African exports mean that we must rely more on regional cooperation and develop an effective trading bloc that truly supports African economies.
All is not lost for BRICS-Africa despite recent challenges Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 June 2016 The ‘thrill’ behind BRICS-Africa engagements has waned.
How long would it take South Africa to bounce back from junk status? Published by Christie Viljoen on 3 June 2016 Countries that have lost their investment-grade ratings and were able to again graduate to this status took on average seven years to do so.
Intra-Africa trade to play larger role in local GDP contributions Published by Staff Writer on 27 May 2016 Intra-African trade can catalyse investment and foster growth on the continent.
A new frontier: Islamic world eyeing investments in Africa Published by Francois Misser on 24 May 2016 The Islamic world is increasingly seeing Africa as a destination for foreign investment, both on the institutional and corporate fronts.
Foreign investors losing confidence in South Africa Published by Robert Jeffrey and Johannes Jordaan on 16 May 2016 Africa’s most sophisticated economy faces global headwinds, but problematic governance compounds its challenges.
A big year for private equity fundraising in Africa Published by RisCura on 4 May 2016 ‘The slowdown in the growth of emerging market economies hasn’t inhibited the ability of African investment managers to attract significant amounts of capital.’
A new Burkina Faso in the making Published by Ernest Harsch on 3 May 2016 A new agenda of democractic and economic changes.
Chinese companies likely to become more localised in Africa Published by Jinghao Lu on 27 April 2016 Chinese companies’ engagement with Africa has become more diverse and complex.
Why the rand punches above the weight of South Africa’s economy Published by Matthew Kofi Ocran on 25 April 2016 The South African rand has recently experienced an unprecedented level of volatility – more so than most, if not all, emerging-market currencies. But a greater part of the pain has been self-inflicted.
Africa’s face today is not the one the outside world has grown accustomed to Published by Mukesh Malhotra on 1 April 2016 Organisations looking for newer opportunities for growth need to include Africa in their long-term strategy.
Africa’s slight economic slowdown will not discourage investment, says DHL Published by Staff Writer on 31 March 2016 ‘The drop in GDP growth for the region over the past year shouldn’t deter investors. Africa will continue to thrive, albeit, at a slightly slower pace as previously experienced.’
Discovering Abidjan on the sidelines of the Africa CEO Forum Published by Kate Douglas on 30 March 2016 ‘I have heard Abidjan referred to as the Paris of Africa.’ Our journalist Kate Douglas reflects on her recent visit to Côte d’Ivoire’s economic capital.
Côte d’Ivoire overtakes Nigeria as best bet for investors in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 10 March 2016 Nielsen’s Africa Prospects Indicators report shows Côte d’Ivoire has taken the leading position in terms of investors’ overall outlook for opportunities.