Internet access is no longer a luxury across Africa Published by Joel Macharia on 31 March 2014 Fibre-optic internet cables could leap-frog Africa into the future.
Why formal trade in Africa lags, while informal prospers Published by Kate Douglas on 28 March 2014 “Informal flows are extraordinarily developed and actually very good at getting to market.”
African consumers are ‘optimistic and pragmatic’ Published by Boston Consulting Group on 28 March 2014 Although they’re putting money aside for a rainy day, African consumers are eager to spend.
Three online shopping trends to pay attention to Published by Stacey Nel on 28 March 2014 Security remains a concern for most African consumers who shop online, a survey finds.
Kenya setting the scene for business in East Africa, says analyst Published by Anna Rosenberg on 27 March 2014 Anna Rosenberg finds that Kenya is ahead of other East African countries in many areas.
Using digital media to build brand image across Africa Published by Boston Consulting Group on 26 March 2014 TV ads, internet campaigns and social media affect Africans’ purchasing decisions.
Five ways Africa can become a global force in farming Published by Kate Douglas on 25 March 2014 With its land and water resources, Africa has the potential to feed itself and become an exporter.
Smart shoppers: Value matters to African consumers Published by Boston Consulting Group on 25 March 2014 As disposable income is limited, African consumers are selective and smart about what they purchase.
The growth of Africa’s millionaires is likely understated, says Standard Bank Published by Kate Douglas on 24 March 2014 The bank is seeing a growing number of high net worth individuals in many countries across the continent.
Missteps and missed opportunities: Kenya’s industrialisation saga Published by Joel Macharia on 24 March 2014 The East African country has failed to kick-start its manufacturing sector, but not for lack of trying.
The power and promise of brands – and the perils of a ‘one size fits all’ Published by Boston Consulting Group on 21 March 2014 African consumers are highly brand conscious compared with consumers in other countries around the world.
Burundi – more than black coffee and banana beer Published by Tielman Nieuwoudt on 21 March 2014 This landlocked East African country has good potential for growth.
The ‘absurdity’ of manufacturing in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 20 March 2014 African cocoa farmers see tiny portion of profits from finished products.
Africa must do more to unlock potential for rising intra-African trade Published by Staff Writer on 20 March 2014 Exports by African countries to their peers on the continent have surged by 32% since the 2008 economic downturn.
