Africa doesn’t need another mega mall, says property expert Published by Kate Douglas on 12 January 2017 ‘I think over the next 18 to 24 months, there will be a reset within the industry, in terms of the way forward.’
Mixed realities of African retail Published by Rafiq Raji on 10 January 2017 Is the African retail opportunity over-hyped? Not necessarily. But the huge potential envisaged is still a long way out.
The business of Christmas: Decorating the Mall of Africa Published by Helen Sullivan on 22 December 2016 ‘Deck the halls’ takes on new meaning in the continent’s largest single-phase shopping centre.
Unpacking sub-Saharan Africa’s online retail industry Published by Jaco Maritz & Helen Sullivan on 7 December 2016 A comprehensive look at where the industry is headed in Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa.
Selling food past its best-before date: Company discovers new market Published by Kate Douglas on 29 November 2016 Foodies sells the non-perishable food products that traditional grocers deem unsuitable for their shelves.
The Kenyan pharmacy aiming to grow from 52 branches to 200 by the end of 2018 Published by Nelly Murungi on 24 November 2016 The story of Haltons Pharmacy.
Investment challenges and opportunities in west African markets Published by Staff Writer on 16 November 2016 In most economies in west Africa, the effects of the economic downturn has filtered into the real estate markets
Kenya’s developing retail market makes way for global brands Published by Nelly Murungi on 29 September 2016 The average value of consumer spending has risen by up to 67% in the last five years.
[Podcast] Reaching critical mass: Choppies CEO on becoming a pan-African supermarket Published by Kate Douglas on 28 September 2016 Listen to our interview with Choppies’ CEO, Ramachandran Ottapathu, on reaching critical mass in African markets and taking on Kenya’s local players.
Africa’s shifting growth figures demand investor staying power Published by Staff Writer on 27 September 2016 ‘Africa must still be viewed as a long-term prospect and companies who enter its markets need the stamina to weather both good and bad market conditions.’
Sub-Saharan Africa’s top five shopping malls Published by Staff Writer on 21 September 2016 Rated according to their attractiveness for international brands.
Nigerian shopping more sophisticated, but consumers under pressure Published by KPMG Africa on 13 September 2016 Despite Nigeria’s rich investment potential, some serious challenges for retailers to set up shop persist.
Fashion blog and online store expands to brick-and-mortar outlet Published by Nelly Murungi on 7 September 2016 Commercialising Kenyan design
Are South African fashion retailers feeling pressure from global brands? Published by Kate Douglas on 7 September 2016 Analysts weigh in on how the entrance of retailers like H&M and Cotton On are impacting the performance of local players.
