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Access to Better Technology is a Top Driver for Cloud Adoption

In depth interviews with CIOs and decision makers from 160 organisations has revealed the reasons for SaaS adoption in Africa, Middle East and Eastern Europe

Fundo Soberano de Angola Targets Eco-Social Development in Sub-Saharan Africa

The Fundo Soberano de Angola (FSDEA) has announced the launch of five dedicated investment funds that will target high growth industries while promoting economic and social development in Angola and the Sub-Saharan region.

Aurecon: Cutting Down Construction Time

Aurecon's Buildings Director, Middle East and North Africa Buildings, Dr Andy Davids, discusses the possibilities and opportunities involved in cutting down the construction time of tall buildings

LATC Marine Brings Next Generation Damen Vessels to Nigerian Offshore Oil Sector

Africa-focused proprietary investment firm LAT Cleveson (LATC) has signed an order with Damen Shipyards Group for the supply of two PSV 3300 Platform Supply Vessels and two FCS 5009 Fast Supplier Vessels.

Watertec Africa : Connecting the World of Water

As Africa experiences rapid infrastructure expansion, Watertec Africa is sure to create the perfect opportunity to network with business owners around the world.

Online Hub Boosts Intra-African Trade

Biz4Afrika's Kenya Online Hub is a new portal which will also help to promote SMEs in providing a one-stop shop for information resources and business services

Novus Holdings Lists Company on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE)

Formerly Paarl Media Group, the listing of Novus Holdings on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange is part of plans to unlock growth potential in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Africa.

Africa’s Mining Indaba 2015 : Q&A Review

Mining Indaba has gone from strength to strength since its inception in Africa two decades ago, now under the stewardship of six-year MD incumbent, Jonathan Moore.

Made in Ethiopia

When identifying who rules the roost in East Africa, look no further than Ethiopia; a country with business opportunities abound, and vast potential to still unlock.

Data Centres – the World’s Greatest Energy Guzzlers

Data centres consume up to 3% of all global energy production and are in the early, exciting stages of development in South Africa, according to Aurecon's Peter Greaves.