Aita Ighodaro

Investment special: Boom time in Africa

The continent is teeming with entrepreneurs and investment opportunities

It’s easy to see why until recently Africa has been a hard sell. It is still regarded as a place for charity rather than investment. But that view is out of date: much of the continent is booming now and investors are wising up.

The economy of sub-Saharan Africa is expected to grow by 6 per cent this year.

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