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Forbes Africa

December 2018 - January 2019
Magazine

Forbes Africa is the drama critic to business in Africa. The magazine helps readers connect the dots, form patterns and see beyond the obvious, giving them a completely different perspective. In doing this, it delivers sharp, in-depth and engaging stories by looking at global and domestic issues from an African prism.

THE POWER OF THE COLLECTIVE

BRIEF 360

FIGHT TO THE FINISH

CHALLENGING THE OLD GUARD? • The political atmosphere in Nigeria leading up to the February polls is tense. Challenging the status quo are new and younger contenders promising hope and change.

AFRICAN OF THE YEAR • In an exclusive interview, Paul Kagame, Rwandan President and Chair of the African Union, speaks to Methil Renuka about intra-Africa trade, how governments can drive entrepreneurial growth and why he will always find time to play sports.

‘2018 AFRICAN OF THE YEAR’

RWANDA MEANS BUSINESS • The tiny East African nation has proven to be a role model for the continent.

‘Walk The Talk’ • Chinese billionaire and Alibaba co-founder Jack Ma came calling to Rwanda to sign a deal to boost its digital economy.

DEALS, DOLLARS AND DEVELOPMENT • The first-ever Africa Investment Forum was a resounding success with some fascinating math: 49 projects worth $38.7 billion over three days, all for the continent.

‘CREATE VALUE FOR THE BUSINESS OF SPORT’ • Collaborations are key for the development of Africa’s sports economy.

FACILITATING TRADE IN THE SINO-AFRICA BELT AND ROAD CORRIDOR

WILL THE GUNS EVER GO SILENT? • The brutal reality of South Africa’s gun culture, and how some victims are fighting back.

BULLET POINTS

THE FUTURE IS LOOKING UP • The space race is a battle of big minds and miniature satellites. Much remains to be done but outer space could potentially be a trillion-dollar industry that Africa could also cash in on.

‘DON’T BE AFRAID OF FAILURE’ • A former NASA astronaut, Charles Bolden, who visited Africa recently, on the importance of STEM education in the development of the space economy.

LITTLE HANDS THAT LIFT LOADS • Child labor thrives in West Africa despite stringent policies against it.

BEYOND THE 9-TO-5 • The nature of permanent employment is changing, revolutionized by technology. Is the gig economy here to stay?

ROCHE BOBOIS BRINGS EXCLUSIVITY TO AFRICA’S HIGH-END FURNITURE MARKET

MAKING PLASTIC FROM SEAWEED AND SQUID? • 3D printing is going mainstream, and is the future of mass production, manufacturing anything from plastic to human organs to aircraft and spaceships.

BETTER IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT

THE STYLE MOVEMENT • You have heard of food trucks, here’s a truck doling out vibrant fashion on the dusty streets of Soweto.

CELEBRATING SUCCESS WITH ABSA WEALTH AND INVESTMENT

THE STORY OF THE $3,000 SNEAKERS • South African artist Conor McCreedy on creating what could be the world’s most expensive sneakers.

THE RISE OF MILLIONAIRE TOURISM • Private jets, elite lodges, haute cuisine and watching the perfect sunset – luxury safaris and bespoke experiences can cost anything from $20,000 to $350,000.

RISING AFRICA SERIES • Thought Leaders Nigeria: a celebration of thought leaders,innovators, thinkers, problem solvers, and drivers of growth and development.

HWP GROUP PARTNERING FOR SUCCESS

THOUGHT LEADERS IN GHANA

Cool COUTURE • A white suit with a floral shirt and white sneakers? Not just on the French Riviera, this ensemble would exude cool vibes in the workplace too.

STOCKISTS

HOW THE FUTURE OF AFRICA CAN BE BRIGHTER • The recent Siemens Dialogue, in collaboration with CNBC Africa, was about pioneering, power-packed solutions to light up Africa.

‘LIFE IS NOT COMPLEX IF YOU STAY...


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Forbes Africa is the drama critic to business in Africa. The magazine helps readers connect the dots, form patterns and see beyond the obvious, giving them a completely different perspective. In doing this, it delivers sharp, in-depth and engaging stories by looking at global and domestic issues from an African prism.

THE POWER OF THE COLLECTIVE

BRIEF 360

FIGHT TO THE FINISH

CHALLENGING THE OLD GUARD? • The political atmosphere in Nigeria leading up to the February polls is tense. Challenging the status quo are new and younger contenders promising hope and change.

AFRICAN OF THE YEAR • In an exclusive interview, Paul Kagame, Rwandan President and Chair of the African Union, speaks to Methil Renuka about intra-Africa trade, how governments can drive entrepreneurial growth and why he will always find time to play sports.

‘2018 AFRICAN OF THE YEAR’

RWANDA MEANS BUSINESS • The tiny East African nation has proven to be a role model for the continent.

‘Walk The Talk’ • Chinese billionaire and Alibaba co-founder Jack Ma came calling to Rwanda to sign a deal to boost its digital economy.

DEALS, DOLLARS AND DEVELOPMENT • The first-ever Africa Investment Forum was a resounding success with some fascinating math: 49 projects worth $38.7 billion over three days, all for the continent.

‘CREATE VALUE FOR THE BUSINESS OF SPORT’ • Collaborations are key for the development of Africa’s sports economy.

FACILITATING TRADE IN THE SINO-AFRICA BELT AND ROAD CORRIDOR

WILL THE GUNS EVER GO SILENT? • The brutal reality of South Africa’s gun culture, and how some victims are fighting back.

BULLET POINTS

THE FUTURE IS LOOKING UP • The space race is a battle of big minds and miniature satellites. Much remains to be done but outer space could potentially be a trillion-dollar industry that Africa could also cash in on.

‘DON’T BE AFRAID OF FAILURE’ • A former NASA astronaut, Charles Bolden, who visited Africa recently, on the importance of STEM education in the development of the space economy.

LITTLE HANDS THAT LIFT LOADS • Child labor thrives in West Africa despite stringent policies against it.

BEYOND THE 9-TO-5 • The nature of permanent employment is changing, revolutionized by technology. Is the gig economy here to stay?

ROCHE BOBOIS BRINGS EXCLUSIVITY TO AFRICA’S HIGH-END FURNITURE MARKET

MAKING PLASTIC FROM SEAWEED AND SQUID? • 3D printing is going mainstream, and is the future of mass production, manufacturing anything from plastic to human organs to aircraft and spaceships.

BETTER IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT

THE STYLE MOVEMENT • You have heard of food trucks, here’s a truck doling out vibrant fashion on the dusty streets of Soweto.

CELEBRATING SUCCESS WITH ABSA WEALTH AND INVESTMENT

THE STORY OF THE $3,000 SNEAKERS • South African artist Conor McCreedy on creating what could be the world’s most expensive sneakers.

THE RISE OF MILLIONAIRE TOURISM • Private jets, elite lodges, haute cuisine and watching the perfect sunset – luxury safaris and bespoke experiences can cost anything from $20,000 to $350,000.

RISING AFRICA SERIES • Thought Leaders Nigeria: a celebration of thought leaders,innovators, thinkers, problem solvers, and drivers of growth and development.

HWP GROUP PARTNERING FOR SUCCESS

THOUGHT LEADERS IN GHANA

Cool COUTURE • A white suit with a floral shirt and white sneakers? Not just on the French Riviera, this ensemble would exude cool vibes in the workplace too.

STOCKISTS

HOW THE FUTURE OF AFRICA CAN BE BRIGHTER • The recent Siemens Dialogue, in collaboration with CNBC Africa, was about pioneering, power-packed solutions to light up Africa.

‘LIFE IS NOT COMPLEX IF YOU STAY...


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