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ULooking to invest in African retail? Three interesting countries to considerntitled Post
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Various international retailers – from supermarket giants like Wal-Mart to clothing chains such as Gap – have recently entered the African market, targeting the continent’s growing middle class. However, with 54 independent countries, deciding which markets to enter is not an easy decision. Research company Euromonitor International recently identified a number of African countries with growth potential in the retail sector. We take a closer look at three of these markets – Zambia, Rwanda and Angola.
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19th AU assembly approves the establishment of the African Institute for Remittances
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On 15-16 July 2012, the 19th AU assembly of Heads of State and Government endorsed the establishment of the African Institute for Remittances (AIR). The decision followed the report of the fifth Joint Annual Meeting of the African Union (AU) Conference of Ministers of Economy and Finance and United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning and Economic Development and the Declaration of the Global Diaspora Summit held in South Africa in May 2012 that adopted the AIR as one of the five legacy projects of the AU. The AU further called upon the African Development Bank (AfDB), World Bank, UNECA and other partners to support the implementation of the initiative. |
East Africa could become the fastest growing region in the world
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According to a new and innovative approach to estimating the future growth potential of countries — designed by professors at Harvard and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) — East Africa could become the fastest growing region in the world between now and 2020. Uganda, at an estimated average annual gross domestic product growth rate of 6.41 per cent would have the highest growth potential in the world, followed closely by Kenya at 6.1 per cent, and Tanzania at 6.07 per cent.
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Konza…
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where Africas silicon savannah … Konza is set to be one of the most successful cities in Africa, competing economically and culturally with the best cities in the world. This site offers all the information and insight you need to fully appreciate and take full advantage of Konza’s phenomenal growth. Find out why some of the world’s most successful companies, the most talented people and major international investors plan to come to Konza. http://www.konzacity.co.ke/ |
East Africa could become the fastest growing region in the world
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According to a new and innovative approach to estimating the future growth potential of countries — designed by professors at Harvard and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) — East Africa could become the fastest growing region in the world between now and 2020. Uganda, at an estimated average annual gross domestic product growth rate of 6.41 per cent would have the highest growth potential in the world, followed closely by Kenya at 6.1 per cent, and Tanzania at 6.07 per cent.
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The first Africa capacity indicators report
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African Capacity Building Foundation is staffed entirely by Africans and its motto is "for Africans by Africans". The inaugural 2011 report focuses on capacity development in fragile contexts.
According to Frannie Leautier from the African Capacity Building Foundation, regular monitoring of capacity change in Africa could stimulate a lively debate on aid results and capacity in the run-up to Busan High Level Conference on Aid effectiveness and beyond.
As part of its 20th anniversary celebrations, The African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) recently launched its inaugural “Africa Capacity Indicators” Reportwhich monitors the status of capacity development in Africa, using a range of indicators. These indicators cover three core areas: individual capabilities, organisational performance and institutional change.
Rread more @ http://www.africa-eu-partnership.org/focus/first-africa-capacity-indicators-report |
Think big, start small and start now, says Kenyan entrepreneurUntitled Post
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Eric Kinoti is the 27-year-old founder and managing director of Shade Systems East Africa. He talks to How we made it in Africa’s Regina Ekiru about his journey from cashier to successful businessman. For more read: http://www.howwemadeitinafrica.com/think-big-start-small-and-start-now-says-kenyan-entrepreneur/10931/ |
Zambian firm cracks US market
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Sylva Holdings Limited, a Zambian food marketing and export firm, has managed to gain access into the US market. The company has sealed a deal to supply thousands of tonnes of food items to the US on a monthly basis.
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