Africa’s talent paradox: The Achilles heel for multinationals Published by Shujaat Ahmad on 21 November 2016 Economic growth has not been matched by a supply of the right technical and managerial talent.
Seven unique challenges businesses face in Africa Published by Press Office on 25 August 2016 Despite the opportunity that exists for companies expanding or investors putting money into Africa, the continent has a number of unique challenges to overcome.
Plugging Africa’s middle-management gap Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 17 September 2015 ‘We need a million effective, competent and responsible managers on the continent.’
Employers responsible for developing talent in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 30 June 2015 The availability and retention of talent is proving to be one of the main challenges facing growth and expansion in Africa.
Employee engagement crucial for business success Published by Staff Writer on 20 February 2015 Effective employee engagement policies and management can drive innovation.
Tips for attracting and retaining talent in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 23 January 2015 Fixed pay is no longer the dominant determinant of whether employees remain with an organisation or not.
New survey reveals growing war for talent in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 17 October 2014 Competition for talent is increasing in Africa.
Off the beaten track: Business lessons from building bamboo bikes Published by Kate Douglas on 8 April 2014 Ghana Bamboo Bikes Initiative co-founder Bernice Dapaah speaks about the challenges of starting a business.
African firms looking to hire fewer expats, and more from returning diaspora Published by Jaco Maritz on 10 February 2014 An EY report shows the majority of organisations surveyed have a desire to reduce their dependence on expatriate skills.
How can companies thrive in the age of disruption? Published by Jeffrey Joerres on 29 January 2014 Jeffrey A Joerres suggests companies need to be flexible in order to access and retain human talent.
New Yorker talks about running a tech startup in Nairobi Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 27 January 2014 Adam Nelson’s company offers a local cloud service to African firms.
