Domino’s Pizza coming to Southern Africa: What you need to know Published by Jaco Maritz on 11 April 2014 Domino’s is another US fast food brand entering the African market.
Off the beaten track: Business lessons from building bamboo bikes Published by Kate Douglas on 8 April 2014 Ghana Bamboo Bikes Initiative co-founder Bernice Dapaah speaks about the challenges of starting a business.
African consumers are ‘optimistic and pragmatic’ Published by Boston Consulting Group on 28 March 2014 Although they’re putting money aside for a rainy day, African consumers are eager to spend.
Three online shopping trends to pay attention to Published by Stacey Nel on 28 March 2014 Security remains a concern for most African consumers who shop online, a survey finds.
From phones to fashion to rice: Online shopping gaining traction in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 27 March 2014 A number of companies are vying to become the Amazon of their respective territories.
Meet the Boss: Herman Mashaba, founder, Black Like Me Published by Kate Douglas on 27 March 2014 “As much as I do use my instinct, I also take calculated risks,” says South African businessman.
Ethiopian spice exporter discovers new markets in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 26 March 2014 With clients around the world and across Africa, Feed Green Ethiopia Exports is seeing business success.
E-commerce site connects craftswomen to global market Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 25 March 2014 Online platform Soko enables Kenyan artisans to sell their handcrafted jewellery to a wider market.
Smart shoppers: Value matters to African consumers Published by Boston Consulting Group on 25 March 2014 As disposable income is limited, African consumers are selective and smart about what they purchase.
‘Business is not a short sprint, it’s a marathon,’ says baby product maker Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 24 March 2014 Kenyan entrepreneur has filled a gap in the market selling locally made baby care products.
The power and promise of brands – and the perils of a ‘one size fits all’ Published by Boston Consulting Group on 21 March 2014 African consumers are highly brand conscious compared with consumers in other countries around the world.
The ‘absurdity’ of manufacturing in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 20 March 2014 African cocoa farmers see tiny portion of profits from finished products.
Africa must do more to unlock potential for rising intra-African trade Published by Staff Writer on 20 March 2014 Exports by African countries to their peers on the continent have surged by 32% since the 2008 economic downturn.
Consumer market investment prospects in Nigeria revealed Published by KPMG Africa on 17 March 2014 A Q&A session with KPMG partner Toyin Gbagi highlights potential for business in the West African nation.
