Fertile ground
Smallholder farmers in Kenya can now use their cellphones to receive electronic vouchers for government fertiliser at subsidised prices. The... Read more
5 Jun, 2015
Danger zone
Cybercrime is fast becoming one of the biggest industries in the world – and Africa is particularly at risk.
29 May, 2015
Enterprise zone
Advisory services that can help companies make their move into new markets have experienced the growing interest in investing... Read more
29 May, 2015
Finding the remedy
The emerging African pharmaceutical industry offers many opportunities, but governments need to tackle regulation urgently.
29 May, 2015
Target practice
With the deadline for the UN’s Millennium Development Goals drawing ever-nearer, how far has Africa come in terms of... Read more
29 May, 2015
Fuel for thought
In response to high energy prices driven by demand in developing countries, biofuel production in Africa is starting to... Read more
29 May, 2015
Small wonders
Africa’s renewable energy revolution appears to be driven by state-sponsored programmes. But off the grid, a silent revolution is... Read more
29 May, 2015
Right on the money
Stokvels, or savings and credit associations, have great potential in the formal financial services sector.
29 May, 2015
Playing the field
Africa’s oil and gas reserves generate substantial revenue for many ports that serve as shipment terminals and service hubs... Read more
29 May, 2015
Age of the machine
The Internet of Things is poised to massively influence African ICT and business practices.
29 May, 2015
