How Zucchini Greengrocers found its niche in fresh produce Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 29 March 2016 Kenyan retailer adding more products to become a ‘gourmet store’.
The rise of mobile money in West Africa Published by Maimouna Gueye on 28 March 2016 The mobile money wave has crossed the Sahelian band over to West Africa from its Kenyan birthplace.
Manufacturing solar panels in East Africa: Rising demand, but challenges remain Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 March 2016 ‘If I told my wife I am going to set up another solar factory somewhere in Africa, she will either divorce me or kill me,’ says Haijo Kuper, MD of solar panel maker Solinc.
Economic headwinds cast shadows over Ghana’s retail sector Published by Deloitte team on 27 March 2016 Some 96% of all retail transactions in Ghana are carried out in the informal sector.
Kenyan fruit juice maker sees potential in children’s market Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 24 March 2016 ‘Some 50% of the population here are young people – that is an opportunity.’
Meet the Boss: Henok Teferra, CEO, ASKY Airlines Published by Kate Douglas on 23 March 2016 ‘Being an airline CEO is like being a baby because you wake up every three hours with this or that issue.’
Examining Nigeria’s online shopping potential Published by Staff Writer on 23 March 2016 Nigerians’ use of mobile devices to make online retail purchases is significantly higher than global purchasing rates across several categories.
Boulos Group CEO shares insight into Nigeria’s consumer goods sector Published by PwC on 22 March 2016 Even low-income consumers are demanding better quality in consumer goods.
China’s rebalancing spells changes for Africa’s business model Published by Deloitte team on 22 March 2016 For Africa, the China-enabled ‘golden growth decade’ has passed. As China rebalances, so must Africa.
Africa – the next clean energy powerhouse? Published by Staff Writer on 22 March 2016 Unpacking Africa’s renewable energy opportunity.
Kenya: Five emerging consumer companies looking to challenge incumbents Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 March 2016 Young companies on the move.
Aliko Dangote on why he is still investing in Africa, despite downturn Published by Kate Douglas on 22 March 2016 ‘Hard times also bring opportunities.’
Questions lie ahead as Nigeria reforms state oil company Published by Chris Stein on 22 March 2016 The restructuring of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation into five businesses and two service companies has been widely anticipated since President Muhammadu Buhari took office last year.
Theft remains a challenge for East African retailers Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 March 2016 Although supermarkets have made strides to combat theft, it continues to be a headache.