Business Book Review: Victor Kgomoeswana - Africa Bounces Back

About this episode

Stephen Grootes interviews Victor Kgomoeswana about his book Africa Bounces Back, discussing Africa's economic responses to recent global challenges.

Stephen Grootes speaks to Victor Kgomoeswana about his book Africa Bounces Back, which revisits the continent’s economic trajectory nearly a decade after Africa is Open for Business. Drawing on case studies from across the continent, the book examines how Africa has responded to shocks like COVID-19, shifting global politics and infrastructure constraints, while also exploring the role of innovation, trade through the AfCFTA, and evolving global partnerships. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.     Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show     Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk &nbsp…

People in this episode

Host: Stephen Grootes

Guest: Victor Kgomoeswana

Topics covered

• economic trajectory
• COVID-19 impact
• innovation in Africa
• trade agreements
• global partnerships

Keywords

• Africa Bounces Back
• economic trends
• COVID-19
• innovation
• trade
• global politics
• infrastructure

Sponsors

Absa

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Africa is Open for Business, AfCFTA, The Money Show

Books & works: Africa Bounces Back

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