Planting the seeds
Severe drought across sub-Saharan Africa has led to widespread crop failure and starvation, prompting some countries to loosen their... Read more
19 Jan, 2016
More power to you
After decades of discussion, the continuous power woes plaguing Zambia and Zimbabwe could soon receive some relief once the... Read more
19 Jan, 2016
Paying one’s dues
PwC and the World Bank Group have released a joint report that compares tax regimes across 189 economies, ranking them... Read more
19 Jan, 2016
Ground control
The first successful drone tests in Tanzania’s national parks have given the authorities high hopes of a new weapon... Read more
22 Sep, 2015
Well worth toasting
Last year, South Africa accounted for 4% of global wine production, with the industry contributing ZAR36 billion (or 1.2%) to... Read more
22 Sep, 2015
Cause and effect
China’s deteriorating economy is having a domino effect across Africa, with Angola, Republic of the Congo and Mauritania feeling... Read more
22 Sep, 2015
Market movements
New data from investment group Bank of America Merrill Lynch reveals that investing in Egypt and South Africa’s sovereign... Read more
24 Aug, 2015
Red tape blues
Seventy two. That’s how many hours it takes to register a business in Guinea, which is a far cry... Read more
24 Aug, 2015
In the fast lane
If you’re thinking about doing some travelling around Africa, note this: Nairobi is the place where you are most... Read more
24 Aug, 2015
Leading the field
Gavin Dyer, regional MD of Weir Minerals Africa and Middle East, says the firm uses its professional collaborations and... Read more
1 Jun, 2015
