Write an analytical article about the business environment of an East African country

Research and write about East African business opportunities

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Overview

Research and write about East African business opportunities

You have:

  • Good writing and research skills.
  • Knowledge of the East African business and civil society sector.

Contract

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We need volunteers to research information about the business environment of a East African country and write analytic articles on the theme. Articles should analyse one East African country which includes: Burundi, Comoros, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mayotte, Mozambique, Reunion, Rwanda, Seychelles, Somalia, Tanzania, United Republic of Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Volunteers will be duly credited and their names mentioned in the publication. Our theme titled: "Africa for Business: Hopes and Mirages" explores newly arising prospects and opportunities in African countries for SME entrepreneurs, the engagement of local entrepreneurs and the sustainable management of resources. This give a picture of the current situation of African SMEs and explore the arising hopes and mirages of African entrepreneurs in the second decade of this millennium.

  • Research
  • Small and medium-sized enterprise development

    The Association of African Entrepreneurs (AAE,Ghana) is an organization working with Small Scale Operators with the cooperation of the micro-operators in rural areas. Our vision is to become the voice of change and platform for dialogue among the African people as well as involving the International audience to be a part in helping developing nations promote the entrepreneurial spirit. Articles would be published on our website (e-content) and included in our e-book on the theme.

  • Volunteers: 10 needed

  • 1-5 hours per week / 4 weeks

    Good writing and research skills. Knowledge of the East African business and civil society sector.

  • Ghana

  • English

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to conduct research on a new topic? This question helps evaluate your research skills and how you approach unfamiliar subjects. Provide an example of a specific project, outlining your research methodology and findings.
What strategies do you use to ensure your writing is clear and engaging? The interviewer wants to assess your writing ability and how you engage an audience. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you approach writing about a topic with limited available information? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What interests you about the business environment in East Africa? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you balance multiple writing projects and deadlines? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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