In the grand theatre of African economics, Nigeria and South Africa occupy the leading roles. Each, in its own way, asserts a claim to continental leadership. Yet the foundations of their strength—and the direction of their evolution—diverge in ways that illuminate the future of African growth.
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Dr Hani Okoroafor is a global informatics expert who advises corporate Boards in the public and private sectors. His multidisciplinary consulting practice operates in Europe, Africa, North America and the Middle East.

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