Africa, the factory floor of the world? Published by Carlos Lopes on 12 August 2013 The absence of significant industrialisation in much of Africa is a missed opportunity for more robust, diversified and sustainable economic development.
Burundi promoting its business opportunities to South African SMEs Published by Kate Douglas on 31 July 2013 Burundi is looking to position itself as a business and trade hub.
The clothing entrepreneur who supplies the US market from Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 July 2013 How Sam Meeks established a denim jeans manufacturing business in Africa.
Foreign entrepreneur describes the highs and lows of doing business in East Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 23 July 2013 How we made it in Africa talks to Roly Adlam, founder of Kenya’s Rift Valley Leather.
A new burst of energy in industrial activity Published by Kingsley Ighobor on 22 July 2013 Industrialisation cannot be considered a luxury but a necessity for the continent’s development.
From refugee camps to parties – why tents are big business in Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 15 July 2013 Asim Shah, CEO of Tarpo Industries, talks about the tent manufacturing business.
Diversifying trade could help Africa industrialise, says UN Published by Kate Douglas on 8 July 2013 Diversifying exports and increasing intra-Africa trade could help with the continent’s industrialisation.
East African company making a name for itself with energy saving cooking equipment Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 13 June 2013 Cookswell Jikos sells energy saving stoves and charcoal ovens across East Africa. The family business is also a finalist for this year’s Ashden Awards, one of the world’s top green energy prizes.
Chemical company boss explains why he sees growth coming from Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 10 June 2013 How we made it in Africa talks to Bertus Coetzee, MD of Dolphin Bay, a South African-based manufacturer of wood preservative chemicals.
Developing winning products for emerging markets Published by McKinsey on 3 June 2013 Traditional approaches to product development are coming under strain as emerging markets start to dominate the global economy.
How a South African furniture company found a new market in Ghana Published by Jaco Maritz on 28 May 2013 At the start of 2010, Petersen’s – an 18-year-old South African-based wooden furniture company – was in a tight spot.
An African consumer revolution needs African leaders Published by Frank Braeken on 15 May 2013 “I can accept that many Africans don’t have much money. I can’t accept they are any less sophisticated consumers.”
Don’t let the fear of failure hold you back, says Ghanaian footwear entrepreneur Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 April 2013 Dinfin Mulupi talks to the founder of Horseman Shoes, a footwear company in Ghana.
General Motors getting serious about the African market Published by Kate Douglas on 15 March 2013 General Motors sees opportunities in catering for Africa’s growing middle class.