ICT regulators letting “innovation lead, and regulation follow” has created a dynamic telecom sector in Kenya and enabled operators to advance and flourish. Bob Collymore, CEO of Safaricom, the region’s largest and most sophisticated telecom company, discusses the impact it is having on Kenyan society, and why Kenya leads in such an important sector.
ICT regulators letting “innovation lead, and regulation follow” has created a dynamic telecom sector in Kenya and enabled operators to advance and flourish. Bob Collymore, CEO of Safaricom, the region’s largest and most sophisticated telecom company, discusses the impact it is having on Kenyan society, and why Kenya leads in such an important sector.
2015 was generally a year to forget for most emerging and frontier markets, however for a few exceptions it was also a year to break out the champagne. We take a look at some of the big movers and shakers across the emerging world in 2015 and the outlook for 2016 and beyond.
2015 was generally a year to forget for most emerging and frontier markets, however for a few exceptions it was also a year to break out the champagne. We take a look at some of the big movers and shakers across the emerging world in 2015 and the outlook for 2016 and beyond.
Tetsuo Agata, President of the Jtekt Corporation, reveals the intensive quality systems in place at the multibillion-dollar corporation, which today is the world’s biggest supplier of car steering systems remains at the forefront of the global bearing industry through constant technological innovation. Mr Agata also discusses his odyssey to create a global human resource management system, and the next generation of opportunities for the company.
Tetsuo Agata, President of the Jtekt Corporation, reveals the intensive quality systems in place at the multibillion-dollar corporation, which today is the world’s biggest supplier of car steering systems remains at the forefront of the global bearing industry through constant technological innovation. Mr Agata also discusses his odyssey to create a global human resource management system, and the next generation of opportunities for the company.
In just 23 years, Ethiopia’s private banks have mobilized substantial resources, enhanced the savings culture of the society, and financed both private businesses as well as the government’s priority sectors. Wegagen Bank President Araya G. Egziabher looks at this dynamic sector and discusses how private banks will be catalysts in attracting foreign investment.
In just 23 years, Ethiopia’s private banks have mobilized substantial resources, enhanced the savings culture of the society, and financed both private businesses as well as the government’s priority sectors. Wegagen Bank President Araya G. Egziabher looks at this dynamic sector and discusses how private banks will be catalysts in attracting foreign investment.
Kora Angola is working in partnership with the Angolan Government to construct 40,000 affordable, high-quality housing units across 15 Angolan municipalities and 6 provinces, including one of its most ambitious undertakings, the Horizonte Housing Project
Kora Angola is working in partnership with the Angolan Government to construct 40,000 affordable, high-quality housing units across 15 Angolan municipalities and 6 provinces, including one of its most ambitious undertakings, the Horizonte Housing Project
Banking the ‘unbankable’ has led Equity Bank to become home to more than 50% of all bank accounts in Kenya, and have a $5 billion balance sheet piquing the attentions of investors worldwide. As well as making banking accessible and affordable, Equity is a major part of establishing Nairobi as a regional financial hub. Dr James Mwangi, CEO and Managing Director of Equity Group Holding Limited and Chairman of Kenya’s Vision 2030 Delivery Board, discusses the institution’s huge impact on the sector, and also the nation’s development through its Vision 2030.
Banking the ‘unbankable’ has led Equity Bank to become home to more than 50% of all bank accounts in Kenya, and have a $5 billion balance sheet piquing the attentions of investors worldwide. As well as making banking accessible and affordable, Equity is a major part of establishing Nairobi as a regional financial hub. Dr James Mwangi, CEO and Managing Director of Equity Group Holding Limited and Chairman of Kenya’s Vision 2030 Delivery Board, discusses the institution’s huge impact on the sector, and also the nation’s development through its Vision 2030.
Ethiopia’s highly productive textile and garment manufacturing industry is recognized internationally for its quality, value, and environmental respect. Fassil Taddesse, CEO of Kebire Enterprises and President of the Ethiopian Textile and Garment Manufacturers Association, explains the industry’s competitive advantages and his vision of where it is heading.
Ethiopia’s highly productive textile and garment manufacturing industry is recognized internationally for its quality, value, and environmental respect. Fassil Taddesse, CEO of Kebire Enterprises and President of the Ethiopian Textile and Garment Manufacturers Association, explains the industry’s competitive advantages and his vision of where it is heading.
The IMF global growth forecast cuts for 2016 call for a year of uncertainty. This publication will shed light on the major trends to watch in the markets for the years ahead.
The IMF global growth forecast cuts for 2016 call for a year of uncertainty. This publication will shed light on the major trends to watch in the markets for the years ahead.
Secon has increased its paid capital from $75 million to $318 million to boost its highly active portfolio with some major housing and tourism projects
Secon has increased its paid capital from $75 million to $318 million to boost its highly active portfolio with some major housing and tourism projects
Paolo Messa, Director of the Center for American Studies, discusses the renewed importance of Italy within the transatlantic alliance in the Mediterranean context, and the potential role of the country in global affairs should it become the next non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for 2017-2018
Paolo Messa, Director of the Center for American Studies, discusses the renewed importance of Italy within the transatlantic alliance in the Mediterranean context, and the potential role of the country in global affairs should it become the next non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for 2017-2018
