In this issue

In Forbes Africa in March, billionaire Richard Branson talks to us about his ventures and adventures in Africa, and beyond. Then, the fist sportscar made in Africa is no more after the taxman became a roadblock. Life may seems like a barrel of laughs for the continent’s comedians, but they are often underpaid and underappreciated. Finally, the refugee who fled South Sudan for the US and is now the voice for Africa in the NBA. All this and more in Forbes Africa in March.

Zuma's Gone Let's Go!

Africa’s most robust and developed economy is on the cusp of an economic revival after the long-awaited change of guard at the top.

3 mins

‘I Started Avoiding Calls From Creditors'

Gavin Mkhabela’s success quickly turned to failure as his business was financed on debt he couldn’t repay.

4 mins

‘Believe In Our Own Entrepreneurs'

Africa’s newest billionaire Strive Masiyiwa on his newly-launched Pathways For Prosperity Commission, and the technology that will make Africa tick.

3 mins

Me & My Money

Izak Smit, the CEO of financial services provider PPS, on the importance of investing — in yourself.

2 mins

Warning: Flammable Content

Not content with selling electric cars or venturing into space, Pretoria-born billionaire Elon Musk sold $10-million worth of flamethrowers in four days.

3 mins

Magda Wierzycka's India

When the CEO of Sygnia Asset Management in South Africa threw herself into the absolute chaos of New Delhi’s streets.

4 mins

Is Africa Ripe For Crowdfunding?

Ask someone for a large donation and the person is likely to balk.

3 mins

‘Look At Me, I Want Your Business'

There are two Nigerian cosmetic brands – Zaron and House of Tara – that are fast inducting many more young entrepreneurs into the business of beauty and creating jobs across West Africa. The Nigerian women behind these brands are revolutionaries in Africa.

2 mins

Standing Tall For Africa

Luol Deng fled South Sudan and became the voice for Africa playing basketball in the NBA.

5 mins

Ladysmith Black Mambazo

Fresh off winning their fifth Grammy award, for Best World Music Album, South Africa’s legendary music group on producing timeless music and staying true to culture

3 mins

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Forbes Africa Magazine Description:

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.