As Africa gears up for trade, its harbours are going private Published by Conrad Onyango on 29 August 2021 African countries – including top exporter, South Africa – are turning to private specialist operators to grow capacity at key ports.
South Africa: Electric vehicles on the cards for Africa’s largest car market Published by Seth Onyango on 27 August 2021 South Africa is on track to become Africa’s biggest market for electric cars and is also looking to become a globally competitive electric car manufacturing hub.
Selling coffee in Ghana and Zambia: South African chain Vida e Caffè discusses international growth (Part 1) Published by Jeanette Clark on 9 July 2021 Frank van Asperen, general manager for Vida e Caffè’s international business, talks about the coffee chain’s experiences in Ghana and Zambia.
Africa’s data centre market poised for massive growth Published by Nina Triantis on 2 July 2021 Africa is poised for a data centre boom as internet penetration rates rise and the continent begins to play catch-up with other regions.
Running a cannabis company in South Africa: An interview with Goodleaf CEO Published by Jeanette Clark on 22 June 2021 Goodleaf is a South African company supplying a range of products containing cannabidiol (CBD) from the cannabis plant.
Small towns are collapsing across South Africa. How it’s starting to affect farming Published by Wandile Sihlobo on 21 June 2021 The collapse of local government in small towns is beginning to affect investment in farming, and the ability of agribusinesses to operate.
Africa’s shot at local pharma production Published by Alison Buckholtz on 18 June 2021 Imbalances between supply and demand in the pharmaceutical sector have captured investors’ attention. Locally-manufactured medicines could bridge the gap.
Hospital-at-home startup seeks to disrupt traditional healthcare in South Africa Published by Jeanette Clark on 5 May 2021 Quro Medical combines hardware, software and the expertise of traditional doctors to manage acutely ill patients in the comfort of their homes.
Why this investment firm bought into one of South Africa’s largest natural health retailers Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 April 2021 EXEO Capital recently invested in the parent company of South African natural health retailer Wellness Warehouse.
How this South African started a craft beer brand made from local ingredients Published by Adetunji Omotola on 3 April 2021 Founder of the Tolokazi beer and cider brand talks about building the company and trends in the local craft beer industry.
Business travel in Africa during Covid-19: CEO shares his experiences Published by Jeanette Clark on 31 March 2021 Jean Craven, CEO of Barak Fund Management, discusses his experiences travelling in Africa during the pandemic.
Agribusiness prospects in East and Southern Africa: Investor shares his insights Published by Betsy G Henderson on 25 March 2021 Locally produced agricultural products to supply Angola’s retailers and animal feed for poultry and fishery companies. These are just two of the region’s agribusiness opportunities.
Is green the new gold? Investment opportunities in South Africa’s cannabis industry Published by Buhle Ndweni on 26 February 2021 From hemp products to the export of pharmaceutical ingredients, SilverLeaf Investments joint CEO Pierre van der Hoven answers our questions about opportunities in the cannabis sector.
Why this private equity firm remains bullish on its investment in South Africa’s fashion industry Published by Anina Visser on 23 February 2021 The global fashion industry has been hard hit by Covid-19. However, Bryan Turner, partner at SPEAR Capital, doesn’t regret investing in South African e-tailer RunwaySale.
