Ghana’s mining supply chain shows how measuring locally retained value could inform manufacturing investment and negotiations.
Scaling Nigerian Businesses Takes More Than Funding: Lessons from Cascador’s 2026 Cohort
Ten Nigerian growth-stage businesses in Cascador’s 2026 ScaleUp cohort illustrate how working capital, management and operating systems shape expansion.
Payment Terms in South Africa: Who Funds the Gap Between Delivery and Payment?
Commercial payment terms can leave suppliers financing their customers. Three South African examples show how trade credit changes when suppliers are paid and who bears the cost.
Commonwealth Investment Readiness Programme Opens to African Climate Businesses
Eligible African businesses and projects can apply for free support to prepare for finance, with assessments and tailored roadmaps available to successful applicants.
How a Loan App Can Make Managing Your Loan Easier
How loan apps can help borrowers organise repayment dates, balances and records, with practical checks on account information, costs and app security.
Cavaleros Group Marks Centenary With Portside and Cape Town Expansion
The Cavaleros Group marks 100 years with its Portside investment and a second Cape Town CBD acquisition, outlining plans for leasing and regional growth.
South Africa’s Black Friday Opportunity: Making Online Shopping Work for First-Time Buyers
Specno’s Joshua Harvey explains how clearer delivery costs, reliable mobile checkout and better after-sales support can help South African retailers reach first-time online buyers.
Africa’s AI Opportunity Will Be Won by People, Not Just Technology
Mohamed Moniem of ALX Africa argues that local expertise, continuous learning and pathways for junior talent are essential to turning Africa’s AI investment into lasting value.
Panoro’s Africa Strategy: Why Côte d’Ivoire Gas Matters
Panoro’s Côte d’Ivoire gas acquisition diversifies its African revenue base. Julien Balkany discusses investment priorities, with an update on the Dussafu rig incident.
CBAM Documentation for African Exporters: A Practical Checklist for 2026
African exporters supplying CBAM-covered goods to the EU need a clear evidence trail. This checklist explains product classification, production and emissions records, verification, and the deadlines covering 2026 imports.