Why Rwanda needs to integrate with its neighbours Published by Birgit Hansl on 29 August 2012 For Rwanda to become an emerging middle-income economy, it will need to unleash its export potential.
Agriculture – ‘the most important sector of the African economy’ Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 25 August 2012 The need for Africa to diversify its economy from commodities alone has been mentioned constantly by many economic commentators.
Three of Southern Africa’s agribusiness hotspots identified Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 August 2012 ASNAPP, an NGO with offices in a number of countries across the continent, recently identified three areas in Southern Africa that hold good potential for the cultivation of fresh produce or food processing.
Is fish farming the answer to food insecurity in Africa? Published by Johan Potgieter on 14 August 2012 Aquaculture can contribute to job creation and alleviate food insecurity and malnutrition, while at the same time contributing to food production and associated benefits.
What you should know about food security in sub-Saharan Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 August 2012 The Economist Intelligence Unit recently released the Global Food Security Index 2012. How we made it in Africa looks at what the study had to say about sub-Saharan Africa.
Zambia’s Copperbelt – an opportunity for agriculture Published by Promotional Feature on 5 August 2012 As part of ASNAPP’s continuous assessments in the fresh produce market, Zambia’s copperbelt has been identified as one of three ‘hot spots’.
ASNAPP receives SETA accreditation Published by Promotional Feature on 5 August 2012 Agribusiness in Sustainable Natural African Plant Products (ASNAPP) is now an AgriSETA accredited training service provider.
DeLaval – fast, reliable machine milking Published by Promotional Feature on 5 August 2012 DeLaval offers solutions for every type of farmer – from those taking the first steps from hand-milking to bucket milking, to industrial farmers milking around the clock.
Entrepreneur watch: How to make it in the wine industry Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 August 2012 Malmsey Rangaka, CEO of South Africa’s M’hudi Wines, tells Dinfin Mulupi about how she ventured into wine making and the ups and downs of running a family business.
How Rwanda is making a name for itself in ‘specialty’ coffee Published by Jonathan Kalan on 2 August 2012 Rwanda has transformed from an average C-grade market coffee producing country into one gaining significant traction in the global market for specialty coffee.
How a banana flour company is bringing relief to small-scale farmers Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 19 July 2012 Banana farmers in Kenya often find themselves incurring huge losses due to surplus fruit that basically ends up rotting away.
Illicit liquor: What you see is not what you get Published by Loraine Stander on 18 July 2012 World-wide the high demand for cheap alcohol has fuelled an illegal liquor industry that is hugely problematic for governments and legitimate stakeholders in the liquor industry.
Power Plastics – leaders in fumigation sheeting Published by Promotional Feature on 17 July 2012 Power Plastics, a supplier of industrial liners and covers, recently delivered a significant order for fumigation sheeting for a leading pest control company, again illustrating the skills and customer centric approach that sets it apart from other suppliers in the industry.
New app seeking to boost the crop yields of Kenyan farmers Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 July 2012 Farmers in Kenya can now predict their crop yields using a web-based application that gives them access to statistics on soil fertility, required fertilisers and expected crop diseases.