Liquor giant replacing imports with local manufacturing in key African markets Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 August 2014 Distell has acquired land for factories in both Angola and Nigeria.
Business in Africa based on personal relationships, says scaffolding boss Published by Kate Douglas on 25 August 2014 “You cannot do business in Africa via the internet or emails, one has to physically visit potential customers.”
Meet the Boss: Alpesh Patel, founder, Mi-Fone Published by Kate Douglas on 21 August 2014 “In terms of role models, I look up to the hip-hop guys… these people came from nothing and they created empires.”
What a weak South Africa means for the rest of the continent Published by Kate Douglas on 20 August 2014 Business leaders debate the impact that a weakening South African economy has on the rest of the continent.
Talking business and exporting to Africa with Entrepreneur of the Year finalist Published by Kate Douglas on 19 August 2014 “Although we export all over the world, Africa is our main focus market.”
Don’t put your eggs in one basket, says animal health entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 15 August 2014 South African entrepreneur explains why product diversification has helped his business grow in Southern Africa.
Africa’s economy set for dramatic changes Published by Kingsley Ighobor on 7 August 2014 An interview with Carlos Lopes, the executive secretary of the Economic Commission for Africa.
Malaria testing for under $1: Entrepreneur talks mixing business and science Published by Kate Douglas on 4 August 2014 South African Ashley Uys explains how he started manufacturing low-cost medical diagnostic test kits.
Is South Africa really at threat of being excluded from AGOA? Published by Kate Douglas on 30 July 2014 Experts debate the future of AGOA for South Africa and what it would mean for Africa if the country was excluded.
By 2030 Nigeria could have a higher GDP than the Netherlands or Malaysia Published by Staff Writer on 24 July 2014 There is another side to the Nigeria story that has been overshadowed by the recent headlines.
How a Kenyan bakery is taking on the challenges of the business world Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 July 2014 “Don’t think you will start a business and a year down the line you are the big guy in town.”
What we can learn from Olam’s success in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 7 July 2014 Olam’s MD Ramesh shares some of the strategies required to successfully expand a business in Africa.
Tomato paste and noodles: Olam bullish about food processing in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 4 July 2014 Adding value in Africa is expensive but worth it, says agribusiness and food company Olam.
Manufacturing pharmaceuticals: An untapped opportunity Published by Carlos Lopes on 4 July 2014 To be able to generate wealth and give its future generations a chance, Africa must take ownership of its health.