Why Investec is backing wiGroup and its mobile transaction solutions Published by Kate Douglas on 17 August 2015 We talk to William Alexander to learn more about the potential Investec Asset Management sees in South Africa’s wiGroup.
South African company making shipping containers feel like a ‘real’ house Published by Kate Douglas on 7 August 2015 Berman-Kalil Housing Concepts is offering a low-cost housing solution by converting shipping containers into beautiful homes.
Four things you should know about the growth of African pension funds Published by Kate Douglas on 3 August 2015 RisCura’s Rory Ord highlights some key points around Africa’s current pension fund growth and investment.
Why telco Vodacom ventured into the funeral and life insurance game Published by Kate Douglas on 31 July 2015 ‘Telecom companies have large subscriber bases and it makes sense to try extract some additional value out of that.’
From local to global: Spur’s evolution into a pan-African restaurant franchisor Published by Kate Douglas on 27 July 2015 Spur Corporation is planning to expand to 100 restaurants in Africa (excluding South Africa) over the next five years.
Rock climbers boost economy of South Africa’s Cederberg mountains Published by Emilie Iob on 27 July 2015 It is estimated that climbers bring about US$1m to the local economy every year.
Meet the Boss: Pierre van Tonder, CEO, Spur Corporation Published by Kate Douglas on 23 July 2015 ‘I think we have some of the world’s leading entrepreneurs across the continent because they have to deal with adversity and different obstacles every single day.’
South Africa: App helps navigate complex new child visa laws Published by Kate Douglas on 20 July 2015 Drive South Africa has recently introduced an app to help travellers navigate the country’s new child visa regulations.
How South Africa’s Discovery became one of Africa’s most innovative companies Published by Adrian Gore on 10 July 2015 Discovery founder reflects on the Group’s sources of innovative energy and on the organisational efforts required to maintain that energy as the company grows.
Joburg’s trendy Melville neighbourhood gets ‘27 Boxes Mall’ Published by Darren Taylor on 19 June 2015 A shopping mall constructed entirely out of shipping containers is nearing completion in Johannesburg.
Looking beyond the obvious in sub-Saharan Africa: The rise of e-commerce Published by Euromonitor International on 17 June 2015 Nigeria boasts the largest online market for apparel and footwear in Africa, which is expected to grow from $104m in 2014 to $1,077m in 2019.
Q&A: Engineering and manufacturing driving 3D printing demand Published by Kate Douglas on 17 June 2015 3D printing has the potential to be as disruptive as the internet, and in South Africa it is starting to gain traction.
Cotton On opens in Namibia, looking elsewhere in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 29 May 2015 The Australian fashion retailer expands into its second African country.
The business behind South Africa’s new love affair with vinyl records Published by Darren Taylor on 26 May 2015 Vinyl record stores are opening in major cities in South Africa and catering to a mostly young customer.
