South African economist Xhanti Payi talks about why both government and business need a shift in thinking to address the country s economic quagmire. Firstly, we need to rebuild confidence in the market. Secondly, the private sector needs to start taking risks and invest in the country. And lastly, government needs to start…
– Sub-Saharan Africa economies continue to implement reforms to improve the business climate for domestic entrepreneurs, with members of the Organization for the Harmonization…
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Roger is a Mauritius-born Sydney-based Barrister. He speaks French and Créole fluently. He has been the Honorary Representative for the Mauritius Board of Investment for the last…
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This list takes in the African countries which produce the most oil. Rank by the number of barrels produced every day. Some of the countries on this list will not be a surprise…
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Despite growth averaging more than 5% a year since the turn of the century, sub-Saharan Africa’s economies remain largely noncompetitive: only three of the region’s countries –…
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From today, we are starting a series of posts focused on ideas to start a profitable business in Africa . We will present them segment by segment. Here are 10 ideas to start a business targeting expatriates in your country. Overall, our purpose is to simulate your mind, and encourage you to start your next business in Africa…
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When doing business in South Africa you are expected to have a good knowledge of the local situation - politics, economics and so on - any subject that can help your business. In South Africa it is common for people to refer to themselves as “blacks” or “whites” so you shouldn’t act surprised or consider it rude or racist. You…
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Ms Dorothy Enuka OGBUTOR is currently the Head, (Specialised Business Department) of Nigerian Export-Import Bank [NEXIM]. She is a graduate of the University of Jos with a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology in 1988, and an MBA from the University of Calabar in 2004. Ms Ogbutor worked briefly in two Finance Houses as Treasury Officer…
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Image copyright Getty Images 2015 was a tough year for African economies. But many of the problems of 2015 could get worse this year, from lack of demand for the continent s commodities, to lack of rain, from falling currencies to political instability. The editor of BBC Africa s Business Report, Matthew Davies, takes a look…
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South Africa s automotive industry is a global, turbo-charged engine for the manufacture and export of vehicles and components. Many of the major multinational firms use South Africa to source components and assemble vehicles for the local and international markets. The sector is one of South Africas most important, contributing…
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The sophisticated and mature nature of the South African economy is reflected in the mix of economic sectors: primary (including agriculture, fishing and mining): 13%; secondary (manufacturing, construction and utilities): 20%; and tertiary (trade, transport and services): 67%. While South Africa produces many products of world-class…
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Buying a business seems to be an easy way to enter the business world. However, it can be hazardous if you do not know your way around the financial figures or legal aspects. Remember, buy only where you have skill to manage and develop the business. When negotiating with the seller it is important for you to have the following…
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Agriculture is a major component of Italy s exports sector. It is the world s leading exporter of tanned equine and bovine hides, pasta, preserved meats, animal hair fabric and processed tomatoes. Olive oil is also a major export, though there are widespread concerns about it being adulterated. Despite a relatively high volume…
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Spencer Platt/Getty ImagesAn oil refinery is shown on March 25, 2015 in Houston, Texas. Texas, which in just the last five years has tripled its oil production and delivered hundreds of billions of dollars into the economy, is looking at what could be a sustained downturn in prices. Introduced to help enforce price controls…
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Agriculture involves growing, harvesting and creating of food products. Physical fitness is essential because of the manual labour involved. Owning an agricultural science qualification will be advantageous but the essential experience is gained on the job, which is the reason for most agricultural employers are seeking candidates…
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Lerato joined the BBC in 2012 as presenter of flagship breakfast radio programme Newsday on the BBC World Service. Prior to that, she served as a senior business anchor for CNBC Africa when it launched in 2007. She hosted a variety of business-focused programming and specials, including presidential debates and the live CNBC…
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WWF-SA engages in efforts to promote sustainable agriculture, minimise adverse impacts of farming on the environment and to demonstrate good stewardship of natural resources. Agriculture is an important regional driver of rural development, job creation and poverty alleviation. Farming practices must therefore not only protect…
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MANNING, K; (2010) A developmental history for early West African agriculture. In: Allsworth-Jones, P, (ed.) West African archaeology. New developments, new perspectives. (pp. 43-52). Full text not available from this repository. Abstract The origins and spread of domesticated cereals in Africa remains poorly understood despite…
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The last national census of the South African population was carried out in 2011. The findings in 2011 suggest that there had been a significant rise in numbers over the course of the previous ten years and that the South African population had finally hit the 50 million mark, making it the 24th largest country in the world…
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New research conducted by recruitment firm, CareerJunction, has revealed the five fastest growing industries in South Africa when it comes to job adverting boards. The findings of the “Fastest Growing Industries for 2015” revealed a 45% increase in IT salaries in 2014. “If you work in the Admin, Education, IT or Motor industries…
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New figures show that the U.S. trade deficit in March was the nation’s largest in six years. But what, exactly, is the nation buying and selling? Maps by Fixr.com, the cost-estimating website, depict the top imports and exports by dollar value for each state. Natural resources including coal, crude and petrol are the most lucrative…
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There are a million and one ways to make money as a web writer. Obviously you can hire your services out to clients, or you can write for yourself by starting your own Money-Making Website. You can create and sell your own products or sell someone else’s products. You can even combine two or three methods to make money. That’s…
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Reduce risk and make informed decisions quickly and efficiently as you acquire new customers with business credit reports . When evaluating business credit, your ability to make the right decisions is only as good as the data driving those decisions. Because past performance is highly indicative of future risk, business credit…
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But what may come as a shock to most laypeople is less surprising to some experts. The director of the Standard Chartered Bank s Africa department, Razia Khan, recently authored a study championing Nigeria s economic might. Nigeria s economy will achieve global relevance this year,Khan said in an interview with Deutsche Welle…
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