Insurance heavyweights such as Allianz eyeing growth in Africa Published by Conrad Onyango on 9 June 2022 Africa’s insurance market is the most underserved in the world – but activity in the sector is on the increase, a trend that could signal a new phase of growth.
Due Diligence: AfricInvest fund head shares why he shies away from turnarounds Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 January 2019 Brahim El Jaî shares some of the investment lessons he’s learnt, discusses why he is no fan of turnaround investments, and reveals the one deal he wishes he invested in.
Is entrepreneurship a trip best travelled alone? Published by Business Partners team on 22 May 2017 Just as important as knowing when the time is right to get a partner involved, is knowing when it isn’t.
Private equity firm Abraaj on doing deals in a more volatile Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 17 October 2016 Many markets are still experiencing higher growth than most western countries
Approaching your first client as an entrepreneur Published by Staff Writer on 15 June 2016 Gugu Mjadu provides her five top tips for young entrepreneurs/businesses looking to land their first client.
How multinationals have seized the African opportunity Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 May 2014 Telecom, insurance and oil companies have seen growth across the continent.
South African insurance company partners with Airtel to distribute products Published by Kate Douglas on 6 September 2012 Mobile network operator Bharti Airtel this week announced that it has entered into a strategic agreement with Sanlam, a South African-based financial services group.
SA’s Sanlam to invest in Zambia, Tanzania Published by Staff Writer on 6 April 2011 South African financial services firm Sanlam said it will invest in medical insurance businesses in Zambia and Tanzania during 2011.
Sanlam to start operations in Malawi and Mozambique Published by Staff Writer on 6 October 2010 South African financial services group, Sanlam, is planning to launch operations in Malawi and Mozambique within the next 18 months.
Sanlam enters Ugandan market Published by Staff Writer on 22 April 2010 South African financial services group, Sanlam, yesterday launched a life insurance business in Uganda, a country it believes has excellent growth potential.
