Dealing with Zambia’s economic headwinds: American CEO shares experiences Published by Jaco Maritz on 6 February 2024 CEO says he has been surprised by how much the company’s direction has been impacted by forex-related matters.
Zambia: $10m company proves small farms can be big business Published by Jaco Maritz on 9 January 2024 How American-born Carl Jensen and his co-founders at Good Nature Agro built a business with $10 million in revenue by collaborating with smallholder farmers in Zambia.
Zambia real estate opportunities: From Lusaka to Livingstone Published by Jaco Maritz on 26 October 2023 Zambia’s real estate sector offers three distinct opportunities: gated estates in Lusaka’s outskirts, student housing, and retirement properties in Livingstone.
Zambia, DRC and Angola eye new economic opportunities from Lobito corridor Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 September 2023 The Lobito corridor – a trade route linking the southern DRC and Zambia to global markets through the port of Lobito in Angola – is garnering increasing attention.
DRC’s food market: Export potential for Zambia and other neighbours Published by Staff Writer on 31 August 2023 There is significant potential for exporting food products from neighbouring nations like Zambia, Burundi, and Rwanda to the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Investor bullish on soya in Zambia and meat production in Botswana Published by Jaco Maritz on 30 July 2023 Brian Malambo, CEO of private equity firm Monter Capital, reveals investment opportunities in sub-Saharan Africa.
Entrepreneurs turn Zambia’s wild fruit into a growing juice business Published by Jeanette Clark on 10 May 2023 Co-founder of Forest Africa Zambia talks about the company’s business model, the benefits of targeting smaller retail outlets as a sales channel, and future diversification plans.
Zambia real estate: Five trends and opportunities unveiled Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 May 2023 We speak to Inutu Zaloumis of Pam Golding Properties Zambia about the country’s real estate trends and opportunities.
Eight businesses embracing Zambia’s agribusiness potential Published by Staff Writer on 12 April 2023 Discover eight Zambia-based businesses making strides in areas such as edible oil production, meat processing and fresh produce markets.
From battery metals to avocados: Zambia attracts investor interest Published by Seth Onyango on 30 January 2023 Foreign direct investment into Zambia soared 158% in 2022 to US$8.5 billion, highlighting changing investor sentiment towards the country.
Profit-making idea: Financing local service providers in Africa’s extractive industries Published by Jaco Maritz on 8 December 2022 Investors seeking opportunities in Africa should consider backing domestic companies that provide services to international mining, and oil and gas operators.
Wellness revolution creating demand for African superfoods Published by Jaco Maritz on 1 September 2022 As global consumers become more aware of their health, several African producers are ramping up production of crops like moringa, fonio, baobab fruit and teff.
Zambia: Rethinking the traditional open-air fruit and veg market Published by Jaco Maritz on 15 August 2022 Savenda Capital has identified a business opportunity in the unfair and inefficient way fresh produce is currently sold in Zambia. It sees potential to expand its solution throughout the continent.
Zambia: Superfood business tapping into health trend in Africa and abroad Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 June 2022 Moringa Initiative has established itself as a substantial international bulk supplier of dried moringa leaves as well as branded products that contain the nutritious superfood.