Tagged in: January 2016

A rare sparkle in Botswana’s diamond industry

13 January, 2016

Botswana is facing an uncertain future as diamonds struggle to sell on global market.

Alcohol consumption rising in Africa despite obstacles

12 January, 2016

Rising prosperity is bringing increased consumption of ‘formal’ alcohol and allowing for diverse tastes across different countries.

Starting from scrap – Angola launches steel industry

11 January, 2016

Left to rust in open fields and disused barracks, Angola’s stock of decommissioned weapons stand as a stark reminder of the bloody civil war that gripped the country for 27 years.

Lusophone Africa faces commodities challenge

8 January, 2016

Weakening demand for commodities and a record low oil price could threaten growth, requiring economic diversification.

Nigeria battles insurance scammers

6 January, 2016

Less than 10% of Nigerians hold any form of insurance.

‘Bulldozer’ Magufuli digs for LNG riches

4 January, 2016

Tanzania is hoping to make progress on a potentially lucrative industry.

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