Nbr. 452, May 2018

Index

• China invests in African fintech.
• IMF resumes Chad lending.
• Liberia probes Exxon deal.
• Morocco to curb online renting platforms.
• NIGERIA TO OVERHAUL POWER TARIFFS.
• Zimbabwe planning new investment law.
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• Ethiopia in cabinet reshuffle.
• Mozambique accepts responsibility for debt.
• OIL THEFT 'DESTROYING' LIBYA.
• Tanzania names mining commission head.
• World Bank: Africa growth rebounding.
• Zimbabwe could rejoin Commonwealth.
• Africa's free-trade blueprint: GAME CHANGER OR PIPE DREAM?
• Unlocking trade finance is crucial: Without access to trade finance the goal of developing intra-African trade cannot be achieved.
• The CFTA: Moving African integration further forward: The CFTA is a monumental step for Africa, says the CEO of the AU's New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD).
• 'There is no way Nigeria will walk away from the CFTA': Short-term losses will be outweighed by long-term gains for countries participating in the Continental Free Trade Area, says the coordinator of the African Trade Policy Centre: David Luke, coordinator, African Trade Policy Centre.
• Four million and counting: Banks are boosting their digital offering across Africa.
• Ethiopia's Abiy embarks on reform agenda: Early moves by Ethiopia's new prime minister suggest that conciliation could replace confrontation in East Africa's largest economy.
• Africa seeks more from mining: As demand for raw materials rises, African governments are looking to negotiate more profitable arrangements with mining companies.
• How African universities and research institutions can facilitate agricultural development.
• Will Facebook's troubles cost Africans? No one wants social media firms to mine their data without consent, but greater regulation could have unintended consequences.
• Meet the board Dangote Cement: As Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote needs little introducing--but who does he rely on to run Dangote Cement, the largest cement company in Africa?
• BUILDING THE BUSINESS CASE FOR HOUSING MICROFINANCE IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA: Housing microfinance is a growing sector that can generate profits for financial service providers and help address Africa's housing needs.
• African airlines: The future lies in economies of scale: Africa's skies are opening up, but will its airlines be able to take advantage of the new single market? In this special report, African Business examines the state of the aviation industry.
• African state airlines: Necessity or folly? Africa's state-owned airlines have such a troubled record that it is surprising governments persist in setting them up, but one striking success story suggests they could enjoy a better future.
• Africa's empty skies.
• Atlanta: Focused ort Growth Through Route Development.
• 'Don't start an African airline on your own': One of Africa's most sought-after advisers on M&A deals in aviation spells out the recipes for success for the industry in Africa. Zemedeneh Negatu, Global chairman, Fairfax Africa Fund LLC.
• The Red Sea--a new area of prosperity.
• BUILDING THE BASE FOR A HARMONIOUS FUTURE.
• CAMEROON'S ECONOMY CONFIRMS ITS RESILIENCE: With growth of more than 4% in 2018, according to IMF forecasts, the Cameroonian economy is looking up. In 2017, it was the main driver of growth in the CEMAC bloc, contributing some 40% of regional GDP.
• A NEW LEASE OF LIFE FOR THE COFFEE BUSINESS: Cameroon's coffee production has been suffering from long-term decline, but the New Generation programme aims to rejuvenate the industry by attracting younger producers.
• TOWARDS THE DIGITISATION OF THE TRANSPORT SECTOR.
• CAMEROON AND THE COMMONWEALTH: Cameroon has played an active role in the Commonwealth since joining in 1995, while the organisation provides it with assistance in areas ranging from the economy to democratic reform.
• YAOUNDE BOASTS NEW CULTURAL CENTRE.
• Will Africa's new ports boost trade? New ports are being built and existing facilities are being improved and expanded across the continent.
• The 100 best companies to work for in Africa.
• Lack of confidence in leadership across Africa.
• Chance to learn new skills is top attraction for employees: Alex Mugan, Managing Director of the Global Career Company, looks at what it takes to attract top talent to your company.
• Sudan is finally coming in from the cold: Sudan has been trying to shed its reputation as an international pariah, and the results are starting to show.