In line with the global equities markets, 2010 was very forgiving for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, with most managers believing the worst is over and now is the time to invest in the region.
Maria Merricks talks to Ghadir Abu Leil-Cooper, manager of the Baring MENA fund, about her outlook for the region.
JM Finn & Co is launching an Africa fund to profit from the continent's transition from global commodities supplier to consumer-driven market.
Only one manager in the UK could hit the headlines by purchasing a stake in a company which equated to just 0.067% of his total funds under management.
Investec Asset Management is launching its first pure African equity fund targeted at the UK and European retail investor.
David Aird, Investec's MD of UK retail distribution, discusses his group's 19-year experience investing on the African continent and how it can harness this expertise into its Africa Opportunities fund.