From importation to producing goods locally, an entrepreneur’s story Published by Kate Douglas on 16 October 2012 “I have learned that if we produce bakery ingredients locally, our customers will get the products constantly and it helps make our business grow faster.”
Topshop looks to Africa for growth opportunities Published by Kate Douglas on 14 August 2012 UK-based fashion chains Topshop and Topman, owned by the Arcadia Group, are coming to South Africa, with plans to open their flagship outlet in Johannesburg’s Sandton City by end November.
Want to buy a company in Africa? Advice from an expert Published by Claude Harding on 4 June 2012 Thushen Govender, head of business development at Tiger Brands, shares some insights into how the company manages its African growth strategy.
How to make it in Africa? Unilever listens to the consumer Published by Loraine Stander on 30 December 2011 “There is a growing realisation that the future of Africa is based around a consumer rather than mining. This is a consumer that has been under-served and over-charged.”
The politics behind the “fakeness” of textiles in Togo Published by Loraine Stander on 28 November 2011 Many Africans would be surprised, maybe shocked, to learn that the fabric that they have always perceived to be truly African is not. Or is it?
Unlimited potential for direct selling of cosmetics in Africa Published by Loraine Stander on 19 October 2011 The growing African middle class presents endless opportunities for direct selling companies, especially those focusing on cosmetics.
Woolworths adopts new business model for African expansion Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 September 2011 South Africa-based clothing and general merchandise retailer Woolworths will replace its franchise business model with joint venture partnerships as it expands into the rest of the continent.
Elizabeth Arden excited about possibilities in Africa Published by Loraine Stander on 23 August 2011 Cosmetics company Elizabeth Arden took a strategic decision two years ago to cater more specifically for the ethnic market, especially around skincare and colour.
Unilever expects developing world to deliver 75% of turnover by 2020 Published by Seda Sezer on 17 August 2011 Consumer goods group Unilever expects to see three-quarters of its turnover coming from emerging markets by 2020 as heavy investment in these fast-growing regions and sluggish growth elsewhere take effect.
Samsung to earn five times more from Africa by 2015 Published by Staff Writer on 1 August 2011 Samsung Electronics has announced plans to boost its revenue from Africa to US$10 billion by 2015, the current size of the Chinese market.
Mr Price could open in Nigeria by December this year Published by Claude Harding on 2 June 2011 South African clothing and home goods retailer Mr Price is looking to open stores in Nigeria, Angola and Ghana.
Africa the epicentre of our growth prospects, says India’s Dabur Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 24 May 2011 Indian companies are continuing to target Africa as a conduit for growth, with one of the latest being Dabur India Ltd.
Sharp eye on Kenya’s electronics market Published by Regina Ekiru on 20 April 2011 Sharp Electronics, the Japanese manufacturer, has its eyes cast on Kenya, a market awash with cheap counterfeit electronics from China.
Nigerian market opens up for clothing retailers Published by Jaco Maritz on 5 April 2011 Nigeria’s decision to lift a ban on imported textiles is opening up many opportunities for foreign clothing retailers.