business

Burundian Hairdressers

Like many other Africans who come to South Africa, Burundian nationals are often slapped with the reality of high unemployment rates. Many of them go into informal trades like hairdressing to earn a living.

By Arnaud Thierry Gouegnon - 11 October 2010 - Photo

Pyramid Football

During the hot afternoons and the moments of calm when business is quiet, local men waiting for tourists to the pyramids of Egypt do what they love best – play football.

By Mohamed Abdou - 30 September 2010 - Photo

Recycling Life

A local man spreads a social gospel in Orange Farm.

By Andrew Esiebo - 27 July 2010 - Photo, Rich dreams, poor realities

The economic benefits that Cameroon has experienced from the World Cup

Cameroon’s participation in the 2010 FIFA World Cup helped many traders increase their turnover. The sale of sports gadgets skyrocketed and tenants of licensed premises were satisfied with the influx of customers.

By Anne Mireille Mbiacob Nzouankeu - 14 July 2010 - Text

Mbira Musician

The sounds of the Mbira, an African instrument made famous in Zimbabwe, entertain shoppers and tackles social issues such as xenophobia and migration.

By Davison Mudzingwa - 29 June 2010 - Audio

Street Photographer

Walking through the park in the town centre of Polokwane, it would be impossible to miss Phineas Molwantwa who has an inspiring entrepreneurial vision which he realizes through street photography.

By Nikki Rixon - 18 June 2010 - Business and life, Photo

Vuvuzela business

The vuvuzela, a wind instrument derived from a Zulu meaning of noise and touted as uniquely African, is bringing big business in South Africa.

By Davison Mudzingwa - 4 May 2010 - Audio