Zain Kuwait: Latest Acquisition
Zain Kuwait eyes acquisition of Kuwait-based Mada Communications.
Simat’s Return on Investment and Profitability
Simat has proven over the years that is has a profitable business model. The Company grew by 10% in 2007 and 16% in 2008. 2011 will be the year of lesser growth but the outlook for 2012-2017 remains very positive. SIMAT is ranked third in the transit sector after Bolloré and GTMA.
Simat’s Strategy and Vision
Simat’s strategy on the short term is to consolidate and restructuralize the financial structure of the company (notably to increase the asset base) and on the long term to grow in the sub-region.
Export – Import in Côte d’Ivoire
Simat was created from A to Z by an Ivorian entrepreneur. Currently, the company is listed on the Euronext in Paris and is eyeing the sub-regional markets. The CEO of the company presents Simat and its activities
Cargo Shipping, Freight Forwarding, Transit, Handling, Storage Sector in Côte d’Ivoire and Outlook for 2012
The shipping, transit, freight forwarding, handling, storage sector has been negatively affected because of the post electoral crisis.
Entrepreneurship in Côte d’Ivoire: Major Challenges for Ivorian Entrepreneurs
The main obstacle for Ivorian entrepreneurs, especially in capital intensive industries, is to secure long term financing. Mr. Eholie, an Ivorian entrepreneur talks about entrepreneurship in Côte d’Ivoire and how Simat is trying to secure long term financing.
Investing in Côte d’Ivoire and West Africa: Risks and Opportunities
In a video interview, Mr. Eholie, an Ivorian entrepreneur, offers his advice for the international investors that consider investing in West Africa.
Current Situation in Côte d’Ivoire Telecom Sector and Outlook for 2020
Video interview with Michel Hérbert assessing current situation in Côte d’Ivoire and outlook for the telecom sector. According to Comium the vision of the ministry of PTIC, to transform Côte d’Ivoire onto a knowledge economy is feasible within the next decade.
IIF Report: Growth for MENA Region in 2011
IIF forecasts 4.7% growth for Middle East & Africa region in 2011.
Batelco Award Telecoms Technology Investment of the Year
Batelco wins CommsMEA Annual Telecoms Technology Investment of the Year award.