The world is changing faster than ever, and nowhere is this truer than in emerging markets. With the rise of new technologies and shifting social norms, people are demanding a more sustainable way of living—something that extends far beyond reducing our carbon footprint or volunteering at the food bank once a month. The future belongs to those who see opportunities where others see risk. That’s why investing in Africa is the future of investing. Thanks to growing economies, young populations, and an increasing demand for commodities, Africa is poised to become one of the most important investment markets in the...

HOW TO INVEST IN AFRICA: OPPORTUNITIES, CHALLENGES, AND STEPS
Investing in Africa is a new way to make money and help the African people. Africa is generally perceived as a challenging place to invest. From the legendary struggles of the Dutch East India Company in the 17th century to modern examples like Zambia and Zimbabwe, investing in Africa has long been considered risky. Even so, opportunities for investors have never been greater. In recent years, the African continent has undergone a rapid transformation. Economic growth has accelerated, and new markets have opened up to foreign investment. As a result, many leading corporations have taken notice and begun exploring ways...

WHERE CAN I INVEST IN AFRICA: INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN AFRICA
The financing of development and infrastructure in Africa is an ongoing challenge for the continent. Besides foreign direct investment, there are other options to invest in Africa that might be more appealing to you as an investor. There’s a range of opportunities to invest your capital in Africa. Investing directly in a company is no longer the only option to put money into this growing continent. But where should you start? This blog examines several investment options in Africa that you may not have known about. Where I Can Invest In Africa: Facts About African Investments In recent years, many...

ACU at the UK Black Business Show
Following on from our maiden attendance at this event, the ACU is back .. UKBBS tickets.

ACU Business Training Webinar
Each webinar in the series will discuss two main topics: business management on the one hand and cooperative economics on the other. The two topics to be covered in this month’s webinar will be: Creating a business canvas for your organisation. What is a cooperative and how could it help you? In addition, there will be a brief discussion about the ACU’s objectives and programmes. These initial webinars will be free. Their purpose is to help increase the community’s knowledge of business management and cooperative economics. We believe that both are needed to help build the economic foundation that people...