A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in...Read More

The boardroom whispers persist: “African workers aren’t as productive as their global counterparts.” This perception has influenced investment decisions, salary structures, and management approaches across the continent for decades. But does this narrative hold up to scrutiny? The reality is far more complex and contradictory than either critics or defenders might admit. The Measurement Mirage...Read More

Nova Business School Africa is proud to unveil an exceptional leadership team that will spearhead our mission to become The Business School for Africa. These strategic appointments reflect our commitment to developing world-class business education tailored for African realities with global relevance. Prof. Mathew Tsamenyi Appointed as President & CEO Prof. Mathew Tsamenyi joins Nova...Read More

Digital native or digitally distracted? Self-aware or self-absorbed? Independent thinkers or uncommitted job-hoppers? The Gen Z debate polarizes African workplaces with compelling arguments on both sides. Executives see employees constantly on smartphones and measure declining output. Gen Z workers counter that they deliver results differently, often faster. Both miss that productivity may need new definitions...Read More

The remote work debate in Africa exposes contradictions on all sides. CEOs demand office attendance while ignoring the reality that their management models remain stuck in industrial era thinking. Employees champion flexibility while conveniently overlooking infrastructure challenges that make “working from home” a fundamentally different proposition in Nairobi than in New York. The infrastructure question...Read More

Economic volatility, political instability, and global disruptions have made business leadership more complex than ever. African executives must develop resilience, agility, and strategic foresight to drive growth despite uncertainty. Three Leadership Imperatives for Today’s Executives: Clarity – Define a bold vision and strategy, despite market turbulence. Courage – Make tough decisions and take calculated risks....Read More