Africa is not a sample size of one, emphasise industry leaders Published by Staff Writer on 27 March 2017 ‘Generic references to Africa blur the contexts, opportunities, challenges and risks as they relate to individual countries.’
How ‘flying donkeys’ could boost trade in Africa Published by Hassan Houry on 7 March 2017 Three key highlights from a transportation and supply chain perspective and the implications for Africa in 2030.
Singapore is embracing the East African Community Published by Otavio Veras on 15 February 2017 Singapore has long noticed the potential the EAC holds as an unexplored emerging market.
Rwandan solar-powered kiosk company wants to create Africa’s biggest wifi network Published by Justin Probyn on 10 February 2017 Making people that earn less than US$5 a day part of the digital revolution.
Meet the Boss: Henri Nyakarundi, managing director, ARED (Rwanda) Published by Justin Probyn on 8 February 2017 ‘Just start a business – it will teach you more about yourself and your abilities than any other institution.’
2017 elections in Rwanda, Kenya and Angola: How will FDI be impacted? Published by Kate Douglas on 16 January 2017 We talk to experts at the Institute for Security Studies about how upcoming elections could affect foreign investment in these economies.
Development in Africa is on a firm footing – here’s how to take it to the next level Published by Mills Soko on 3 January 2017 2017 looks to be the year the countries hardest hit by the crisis seek to recover.
Private equity investor on what he learned from his South Africa-Ethiopia motorbike ride Published by Gerhard Visagie on 28 October 2016 Investment prospects across the continent.
From 3D printers to drones: Five technologies that could shape the continent’s future Published by Rafiq Raji on 26 October 2016 The technology being invented and adapted to solve problems unique to African countries.
Early investors score big time with Rwandan banana wine Published by Kate Douglas on 25 October 2016 Turning a small investment into thousands of crates sold in east Africa.
Why east Africa is ripe for industrialisation Published by Charles Robertson on 20 October 2016 ‘In the coming five years, we think sub-Saharan Africa will compete with south Asia.’
Foreign investment: Is it spurring African growth? Published by Richard Li on 18 October 2016 Lower growth rates mean that attracting foreign investment is key to the continent’s future.
Beyond Nairobi: The real estate opportunity in Kenya’s counties Published by Nelly Murungi on 18 October 2016 Private equity and real estate company Fusion Capital on the first-mover advantage.
What’s keeping Africa’s business leaders up at night? Published by Helen Sullivan on 17 October 2016 Why the continent isn’t the next China, for now.