archive issue: ISSUE 08 - Dec 05

As trade talks in Hong Kong loom, a cautious Michael Dynes assesses Africa’s chances

African banks consolidate to compete with the best

Stronger than ever, home-grown financial institutions compete with major corporate interest on their turf. Simon Griffiths finds that there might be room for both

Financial success, social reward

Africa misses out on a flood of socially responsible investment funds that could do so much for the continent. Phil Cain finds the tide on the turn

Everybody’s best friend

Demand far in excess of supply makes Africa a prime diamond exploration hotspot. Nicol Degli Innocenti highlights the small companies making the running