Improving the quality of Rwanda’s milk, while turning a profit Published by Jonathan Kalan on 19 July 2011 Rwanda Ventures is attempting to reshape the country’s entire dairy industry, while paying farmers a premium for quality milk.
Africa’s grand free trade area and what it will mean for business Published by Jaco Maritz on 18 July 2011 African leaders last month gathered to get the ball rolling on a grand free trade area of 26 countries with a combined population of nearly 600 million people.
Mauritian firms finding a niche in high-end products Published by Jaco Maritz on 15 July 2011 Mauritian manufacturing firms, especially those in the clothing and textiles sector, have carved out a niche for themselves in high-end, quality products.
Zambia and Ghana now middle income countries Published by Staff Writer on 15 July 2011 Zambia and Ghana have been classified as middle income countries by the World Bank.
Interview: We speak to the MD of McDonald’s South Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 14 July 2011 How made it in Africa talks to the managing director of McDonald’s South Africa, Greg Solomon.
Meet the Boss: Tadesse Tessema, Holland Car, Ethiopia Published by Jaco Maritz on 14 July 2011 ‘Meet the Boss’ is How we made it in Africa’s new interview series, where we pose the same 10 questions to CEOs and executives across the continent.
SA’s Spar Group says it will not rush into rest of continent Published by Staff Writer on 13 July 2011 South Africa’s Spar Group says that it may adjust its business model to expand into other countries on the continent. However, the company will approach any expansion outside South Africa with caution.
The case for the private sector in Africa Published by Claude Harding on 12 July 2011 While Africa offers significant opportunities for business, business also offers significant opportunities for Africa.
Producers thinking outside of the box with British-Nigerian family sitcom Published by Jaco Maritz on 12 July 2011 Two young entrepreneurial TV producers are following an unconventional route in pursuit of their dream to produce a successful sitcom.
Get in tune with the rhythms of Africa, says Shoprite chairman Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 July 2011 Africa has its own idiosyncrasies and business people need to understand the environment, says Christo Wiese, chairman of South Africa-based Shoprite Holdings.
Diageo boss calls for balanced reporting on Africa’s opportunities and risks Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 July 2011 It is important for the media to paint an accurate picture of Africa’s business environment, both the opportunities and risks, says Nick Blazquez, president of Diageo Africa.
South Sudan should prepare for influx of Turkish investors Published by Staff Writer on 10 July 2011 South Sudan, which on Saturday celebrated its independence, should prepare itself for an influx of Turkish business people.
Zambian firm cracks US market Published by Maimbolwa Mulikelela on 10 July 2011 Sylva Holdings Limited, a Zambian food marketing and export firm, has managed to gain access into the US market.
Oil country Namibia? Published by Staff Writer on 9 July 2011 Namibia could become a major oil producer by as early as 2015.