Internationally, consumers are looking forward to being able to loosen their purse-strings a little this year. The economically vulnerable in Africa will, however, have to be careful with the little they have and that makes this month's features particularly relevant. We take a closer look at the broader impact of remittances and explain why one company thinks insurance is also relevant for low-income earners. Fortunately the outlook for Angola, a key economy in Africa, looks more positive in 2010. Read further to find business and investment opportunities that suit your pocket.