Archive for the ‘Manufacturing’ category
Troubles in Nigeria bad for business
The recent events in Nigeria are not only keeping politicians and security chiefs awake at night, but companies are also experiencing pain.
China in Africa: From a Chinese perspective
China’s growing presence in Africa has received much criticism over the past years. Lu Shaye, director-general of China’s Department of African Affairs, recently gave a Chinese view on the whole debate.
Nigeria’s Dangote Cement could be a threat to multinationals like Lafarge
Nigeria’s largest cement company, Dangote Cement, could become the world’s sixth biggest producer if its expansion plans play out as expected.
Made in Madagascar: US chocolate company defying the status quo
Although Africa has abundant resources, most of these are exported for processing abroad. A US chocolate manufacturer is, however, following a different path.
Nampak Bevcan MD speaks about new investment in Angola
South Africa-based Nampak Bevcan recently opened a US$160 million beverage can factory in Angola. How we made it in Africa discussed the investment with Erik Smuts, MD of Bevcan.
From inside the fridge: a fresh look at food processing in Africa
We take a look inside the fridge of an average expat household living in Dar es Salaam, to see what can be learnt about Tanzania’s food processing industry.
African companies moving outside their home markets
Sub-Saharan African companies are making strides in becoming multinational corporations.
Manufacturing company looking to partner with stakeholders in Africa
Calculus Products is offering firms in Africa a complete solution to all their manufacturing needs. The company is also enthusiastic about assisting stakeholders in expanding their manufacturing capacity.
South Africa already seeing benefits of BRICS club
It seems as if South Africa is already benefiting from its partnership with the BRICS countries.
Factory Southern Africa should learn from East Asia
To boost the region’s manufacturing competitiveness, Southern African countries can learn a thing or two from the way in which East Asia transformed itself into the world’s factory.
