Interview Slim Feriani, Tunisia’s minister for Industry and SMEs
The biggest challenge facing the Tunisian government today is kickstarting the economy. The Arab spring was arguably as much about jobs and economic prosperity as …
North Africa
Radhi Meddeb Deauville on Arab nations-G7 cooperation
In the closing meeting of the Deauville Partnership, Radhi Meddeb CEO of Comete Engineering and founding president of the association President of Action of Développement Solidaire, …
Egypt-Ethiopia tensions ease over dam
Egypt could potentially lose a great deal from the reduced flow of water that the GERD could cause.
Reforms and gas discoveries spur revival in Egypt’s power fortunes
Egypt’s energy sector is on the upturn, as the government plans an ambitious diversification programme taking in gas, renewables, hydro, coal and nuclear. James Gavin …
Egypt: From little things, big things grow
The government’s SME initiative adds balance because Egypt’s millions of SMEs once comprised only a small fraction of banks’ clients.
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.
Comar makes a strong entry into SS Africa
Comar, CEO Mustapha Azaiez, talks to African Banker about the company’s strategy in West Africa region and the success its new operation has already chalked up.
Is Sudan coming in from the cold?
Sudan has been trying to shed its reputation as an international pariah, and the results are starting to show.
Africa’s new debt binge: What are the risks?
Global investors are keen to buy the eurobonds being issued by African sovereigns, but could growing debts presage a return to the bad old days?
Has Africa learned its lesson on debt?
Global interest rates are still hovering around historic lows, but a sharp rise could have ugly consequences for Africa’s economies.