6 reasons to invest in Africa – World Economic Forum

Construction sites are seen below the skyline of Johannesburg's upmarket Sandton suburb, February 5, 2016.

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The conversation about Africa is shifting from one of “deficits” and “gaps” to one about opportunities, prospects, ventures and creativity. That’s not news to companies that have paid close attention to the continent and invested there. The fast growing youth population, the urbanization expected to drive over 50% of Africans to cities by 2050, and Africa’s formalizing economy are all well known. These trends and other developments have driven a half century or more of growth in Africa, and will continue to do so. read more

Africa and the United Kingdom: challenges and opportunities to expand UK investments

Research reports and studies

January 2020 Maximiliano Mendez-Parra, Sherillyn Raga and Lily Somme

This report highlights the opportunities and challenges facing UK firms when investing or conducting business in Africa, with a particular emphasis on the non-extractive sector. It highlights the mutual benefits for Africa, in terms of economic transformation and growth, and for the UK, in diversifying investments in rapidly expanding markets. The study draws from data on UK investments in Africa, and information provided by more than 75 UK companies operating in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa. read more

Hargaysa Oo Laga Daah-furay Mashruuca Maal-galinta Fikradaha Ganacsiga Ee Tony Elumelu Foundation

Hargaysa(HWN):-Munaasibada lagu daah-furayey  mashruuca maal-galinta fikradaha ganacsiga oo ay wado shirkad uu leeyahay maal-qabeen afrikaana  oo la yidhaahdo Tony Elumelu Foundation ayaa maanta lagu qabtay hotelka Ambassador ee Magaalada Hargaysa.

Mashruucan maal-galineed oo loogu talo-galay dadyowga afrikaanka ah ee leh hal-abuurka ganacsiga ayaa socon doono muddo toban sannadood ah oo saddex ka mid ahi ay dhamaadeen, waxaana lagu maal-galin doonaaa lacag gaadhaysa 100-milyan oo dollar ,iyadoo looga go’leeyahay in ay ka  faaidaystaan dad gaadhaya toban kun oo qof oo la rabo in ay iyaguna sii shaqaaleysiiyaan dad gaadhaya hal milyan oo qof oo ku nool qaarada afrika oo ay Somaliland-na ku jirto read more

Guul Group to Handle Pontus Marine Fisheries Investment Portfolio

By: Abdirahman YonisAhmed Abdulqadir Ahmed Abdulqadir

Somalilandsun – Due to The Development of the country, Pontus Marine Limited which is Somaliland’s First global Fishing Company with its aim of focusing on supplying quality fishery to domestic and overseas market Welcomes Local Investment Participation to Somaliland.

Speaking to Somalilandsun Mr. Ahmed Abdulqadir Ahmed Public and Communication Manager to Pontus Marine said that Their Company is launching a Development Program to the Country towards Fishing Opportunities read more

Somaliland: Guul Group to Spearheads Pontus Marine Fishery Development Shares Issue

Somalilandsun – Guul Group is organizing a launch for Pontus Marine Ltd Somaliland’s first global fishing company focusing on supplying quality fishery to both domestic and overseas markets.

The launch is for selling $5m worth of shares for the company. This much needed investment for Somaliland.

The two companies are owned by somalilanders in the Diaspora with local operations in the country where Pontus Marine Ltd www.pontusmarine.com;  is in the process of initiating a broad share issues in the company as pertains to fishery sector development while Guul Group www.guulgroup.com  specializes on investment and economic development consultancy in which it has distinguished itself so far.

Guul Group under contract from Pontus Marine Ltd is cordially inviting those citizens interested in acquiring shares in fishery development to a launch of shares issues worth $5m at the following dates and venues where your presence would very much be appreciated:

9am – 11am Sunday 25th Aug in Ambassador Hotel Hargeisa

9am – 11am Monday 26th Aug in Maansor Hotel Berbera

9am – 11am Tuesday 27th Aug at the University of Burao

Be there to be part of this great innovative project designed to stimulate the country’s fishing industry thus provide sustainable livelihoods, employment opportunities and economic development.

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Guul Group Investment Consultancy Partner in Somaliland

Somaliland: Pontus Marine to Issue Fisheries Development Shares

Guul Group Investment Consultancy Partner in Somaliland, Somalia and the Horn of Africa

(Somalilandsun – Guul Group has developed a network and mustered years of experience working with individuals, groups, institutions and government agencies in Somaliland, Somalia and the Horn of Africa.

The company has been in business in Somaliland for a while and now deeply understands the tenets of doing business in the area. The level of experience garnered by Guul Group through the successes and challenges has put the company in a suitable position to offer proficient consultancy services to individuals and businesses that eye doing business in Somaliland.

Consequently, Guul Group is currently offering services in Business planning, development & strategy, project management, event management, marketing, branding and training, all of which are provided across Somaliland and Somalia with partners across the Horn of Africa.

Guul Group CEO with Horn of Africa Business Association Director Mark Jones
Guul Group CEO with Horn of Africa Business Association Director Mark Jones

So far, the company has enabled a number of investors to take advantage of business investment opportunities in Somaliland and have been able to reap hefty profits through such informed business initiatives. Guul Group works with individuals, small, medium and large sized businesses in enhancing a more conducive investment environment through acquiring, analysing and presenting practical business information to interested businesses.

Entities that would like to make worthwhile investments in the region should not hesitate to contact Guul Group. That is because investment should not be done blindly, but should be spearheaded by a well informed entrepreneurial team with up to date hands-on information about the potential business environment. That is what Guul Group has to offer. With a wide network, business experience, projects management and marketing projects, Guul Group is the exact service provider that you need to provide you with invaluable consultancy services that will guarantee your business prosperity.

Business in Somaliland is lucrative, but that can be elusive if the initial process of setting up the business is not well done. There are a number of challenges that are associated with investing in Somaliland, particularly if it is by someone who has not done extensive research or contracted the services of a well informed consultancy company like Guul Group.

If you really want to do business in Somaliland, Somalia and in extension, the Horn of Africa, you should contact Guul Group for its consultancy services in business, management and marketing.

About Guul Group

‘Guul’ meaning ‘success’ in the Somali language has been incorporated with the English word ‘Group’ to portray and highlighting the amalgamation, collaboration and affiliation of successful Somali and foreign investors. Guul Group is a corporation that has a sizeable portfolio and is operating across a range of sectors that include agriculture, livestock, and consultancy. It has striven to establish and bolster trade within Somaliland, Somalia and the rest of the Horn. The company is fully primed to invest and create in the region’s growing economy thus will contribute to the eventual growth of the region.

Guul Group CEO with Rachel Elnaugh from BBC Dragon's Den
Guul Group CEO with Rachel Elnaugh from BBC Dragon’s Den

Guul Group’s vision is to spread its wings far beyond the Horn of Africa with significant international operations in many industries by 2020. The brand is focused; a clear vision of the future, guiding the organisation’s path to growth. GG management envisage reaching that vision, not only by connecting and building trust with customers, consumers and clients but by entrepreneurial qualities such as pioneering, creativity, innovation, knowledge and inspiration. Guul Group’s growth plans encompasses diversification through adding new lines to existing business , adopting horizontal and vertical growth strategies and moving to new regional markets. The Group’s vision for an environmentally friendly and sustainable growth is guided by strong values of trust, credibility, quality, integrity and transparency.

Guul Group is headquartered in Hargeisa Somaliland, with partners across the Horn of Africa and the UK. We are constantly looking for new ideas, opportunities and partnerships; please get in touch.

For more info:

http://www.guulgroup.com

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AN EXTRA 20,000 live sheep have been brought to Bahrain to meet soaring demand during Eid Al Fitr

Guul Group Livestock

AN EXTRA 20,000 live sheep have been brought to Bahrain to meet soaring demand during Eid Al Fitr.

The Bahrain Livestock Company (BLC) yesterday confirmed it had imported the animals from Somalia ahead of next week’s holiday, which marks the end of Ramadan.

More than 15,000 sheep and chilled Pakistani beef has also been distributed to markets across the country in the last three days.ompany (BLC) yesterday confirmed it had imported the animals from Somalia ahead of next week’s holiday, which marks the end of Ramadan. read more

Maydh and Berbera fisheries business launched at East London

 

 

 (Medeshi) – A company named Pontus Marine Limited to trade by shares for the development of the fisheries business in Somaliland was launched today at the People’s Palace Hall at Queen Mary University in East London. The executive director of the company Mr. Mohamed Yusuf who also owns the Invicta Capital Limited said that the company was being launched after a through research and a feasibility study that showed the prospectus of potential fishing business in the ports of Maydh in Sanaag and Bebera in Saahil of Somaliland. The company will start the first phase of the work from Maydh port where the  company will initially use pontoons as a temporary service  while the port is being developed .
Mr Yusuf said that ” although this is unique business initially based in Somaliland , it will eventually extend along the coast to Somalia in the future”.
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The company decided to establish a fisheries operation in the  Gulf of Aden ( initially based in Maydh and Berbera) which is  one of the most productive phytoplankton and zooplankton areas in the world, sustaining rich feeding and nursery grounds for more than 600 fish species , including high value species like tuna, lobster, cuttlefish, shrimps, shark and many more… read more

Somaliland: Solar Powered Bulbs Light Darkened Homesteads

  

By: Yusuf M Hasan Guul Group Solar Student

HARGEISA (Somalilandsun) – Residents of some rural and urban communities in Somaliland are now utilizing

solar power as their main and only source of electricity.

According to Ms Asha Khalid 37, thanks to the portable solar bulbs sold by Guul Group-GG her 12 years son Master Hussein   who is a 5th grade pupil can now do his homework at ease thus an improvement in his academic grades.

Hussein Adan who is one of the brightest students in Obsiye, used to struggle with studies in his darkened home due to lack of sufficient light as he mostly relied on the one kerosene lamp the family owned thus in great demand, but after his parents brought home the GG supplied solar bulbs things have improved rapidly for him especially at school. read more

How to establish yourself as an expert in your field

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Guul Group Logo

It’s true, things are changing out there, and if you’re a business, you need to change with the times. These days, if you want to have any kind of market share you have to have what is commonly known as ‘authority’. People will only trust your marketing efforts and your company as an entity when you appear to have authority. Why? Well, there are hundreds of companies that do what you do. To step out from that particular group you need to show that you have something of worth. And knowing more than the other company does about your field immediately marks you out as a company worth listening to. Here are some quick tips and pointers to help you do this. read more