Tag: ValueCreation

Africa’s population growth exceeds that of other continents by a considerable margin. Within the next few decades, one in every four people in the world will live in Africa. This demographic shift represents one of the most significant long-term growth opportunities in the global food sector. Meeting the food needs of this rapidly expanding population, however, requires far more than increasing agricultural production.

Consider this scenario. You have invested ten years into building your business. It has supported your lifestyle, paid salaries, funded personal expenses and allowed you to draw dividends. Your accountant has helped you minimise tax by reducing reported profit and keeping the balance sheet light. At the time, it felt efficient and responsible. Then you decide it is time to sell, and suddenly the numbers that helped you save money now work against you.