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AFRICA ECONOMY

The cost of capital: Redefining Africa’s global opportunity

African economies face significantly higher commercial borrowing rates compared to developed nations, hindering growth and investment. However, a new approach is emerging from…

4 min read
At the heart of a strong business culture is an underlying sense of belonging and a common desire to serve people. (Photo by Annette Riedl/picture alliance via Getty Images)
BURNOUT

The role of culture in mitigating employee burnout

At the heart of a strong business culture is an underlying sense of belonging and a common desire to serve people

  • Ian Fuhr
5 min read
Much has been written about the pandemic’s impact on business and its role as a once-in-a-generation catalyst for accelerated digital transformation. Across the continent in enterprises large and small, and in every industry, business leaders have had to adapt with great urgency to survive the immediate disruption and ensure the long-term viability of their businesses. (Delwyn Verasamy)
BUSINESS

African enterprises: build your boat now before the next tsunami hits

The way we do business has changed immensely. Resilience, intelligence and a sense of purpose are increasingly important for companies to succeed

  • Cathy Smith
5 min read
Many companies are revising their requirements as the pandemic continues to upset business plans. (Andrei Pungovschi/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
BUSINESS LEADERSHIP

Healthy workplaces are foundational for a healthy society

Business has a critical role to play in fostering diversity and inclusion and building healthier workplaces and societies in the wake of the crisis

  • Beverly Shrand
5 min read