Middle East & Africa

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Investing in Africa’s Future

African nations are working to strengthen their economies by reducing dependence on foreign direct investment and aid, yet access to capital and financing remains a huge barrier for home-grown entrepreneurs.

How Incubators Help Entrepreneurs Succeed

Research by Wharton’s Valentina Assenova shows that disadvantaged entrepreneurs can grow their companies significantly in terms of revenue and employment by working with incubators.

Al Shirawi Group’s Mohan Valrani: ‘In Gratitude, You Will Find Peace’

Mohan Valrani, cofounder of the Al Shirawi Group, one of the largest private conglomerates in the UAE, looks back on his career and shares the lessons he feels matter most.

Can Fintech Make the World More Inclusive?

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The potential gains for the start-ups driving fintech are obvious. But the possibilities for extending financial services to the under-served are already being realized and can be extended further, notes[…]

How Will Israel’s Election Results Affect Its Economy?

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Zvi Eckstein, dean of the Tiomkin School of Economics at IDC Herzliya and a visiting professor at Wharton, shares his insights on what lies ahead for the Israeli economy.

Chinese Investments in Africa: Four Anti-corruption Trends to Watch

U.S. enforcement authorities are increasingly targeting corrupt practices among Chinese companies in Africa. Four trends are worth watching, notes this opinion piece.

Why Cultivating the Right Leaders Helps Startups Succeed

Resilience, passion, flexibility, focus, trust and people skills are as important as a winning idea in a successful startup, say experts from tGELF and the MiSK Foundation.

Fight to Win: How a Judo Champion Built Resilience

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Ranking judo champion Peter Paltchik exemplifies what it means to overcome adversity and push beyond limits – a lesson that is inspiring to business leaders as well as athletes.

Why Oil Markets Are Changing

Summertime gasoline price increases are normal, but today's oil markets are undergoing fundamental change, according to experts.

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