10/08/2015
Hedge funds make the most as market volatility endures
Most South African hedge fund managers prefer increased volatility since this creates more market opportunities
Comment, Analysis & Research
10/07/2015
Ghana waiting for the skies to clear
Weary are the economic helmsmen in Accra.
10/06/2015
World Bank projects 3.7 per cent growth for Africa
It said the growth rate is the lowest recorded for the continent since 2009, stating that the development is induced by “more challenging economic environment”.
10/06/2015
Dubai Chamber study explores untapped Islamic economy potential of the African market
The highlights of the study which will be fully published during the Africa Global Business Forum in Dubai next month
10/05/2015
Reality check in Africa as boom time ends
Mine shafts have been sunk, oil pipelines laid, and countless roads, bridges and airports constructed.
10/05/2015
Stall in African governance causes concern
African states need to improve their governance and make it more accessible, says billionaire benefactor Mo Ibrahim, as annual report reveals worrying stagnation.
10/03/2015
Africa Italy Excellence Awards 2015 categories unveiled
The event is a special initiative that aims to celebrate exemplary individuals who have made a significant difference in the African community in Italy and Europe and aims to identify and celebrate notable Africans who have genuinely excelled in various s
10/02/2015
Tax the wealthy to address SA’s high inequality, Piketty urges
SA could have done better than it has in addressing inequality since the advent of democracy 21 years ago
10/02/2015
Sygnia looks to expand to established markets abroad
She said Sygnia would be looking at well-established overseas markets.
10/02/2015
Inter-generational wealth is the goal
But to accomplish this is not as picture perfect as the idea of it.
10/02/2015
If You Speak You Die: Whistle Blowing in Africa
What we found out when we were looking into corruption and whistleblowing in Africa is that a lot of heroes go unsung
10/02/2015
Is SA’s unit trust industry something to be celebrated?
Is it better to go for active or passive funds, and what about the fees involved?
10/01/2015
East Africa lags in continental FDI inflows
The East African region’s inflow stands at Sh709.9 billion while its share grew at a rate of 11 percent between 2013 and 2014.
09/30/2015
The end for emerging economies?
And as the US Federal Reserve prepares to start hiking interest rates, these countries may find themselves in the line of fire.
09/30/2015
No longer a fair game?
The new proposals come after South Africa’s government unilaterally terminated a number of bilateral investment treaties
09/29/2015
UBA’s Oduoza Wins Africa Investor’s CEO Of The Year Award
The event took place in New York at the side-lines of the UN General Assembly.
09/29/2015
The billions of rands asset managers are missing out on
They need to cater for stokvels on their own terms.
09/29/2015
SA brand wagon gathers global hitch-hikers
The wealthy are still pretty wealthy, and the middle class is growing.
09/29/2015
Standard Bank finalists in national ‘social responsibility’ award
The bank doesn’t just fundraise for the school, but actively works to increase understanding between the communities
09/25/2015
African business leaders honoured
Daphne Mashile Nkosi, Strive Masiyiwa, Helen Hai and Mohammed Dewji are among the top business leaders who were recognised at the 2015 African Business Awards held Thursday evening on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.