Africa rising

About this book

"With more than 900 million consumers, the continent of Africa is one of the world's fastest growing markets. In Africa Rising, renowned global business consultant Vijay Mahajan reveals this remarkable marketplace as a continent with massive needs and surprising buying power. Crossing thousands of miles across the continent, he shares the lessons that Africa's businesses have learned about succeeding on the continent ... shows how global companies are succeeding despite Africa's unique political, economic, and resource challenges ... introduces local entrepreneurs and foreign investors who are building a remarkable spectrum of profitable and sustainable business opportunities even in the most challenging locations ... reveals how India and China are staking out huge positions throughout Africa ... and shows the power of the diaspora in driving investment and development."--Jacket.