Is East Africa building too many shopping malls? Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 April 2016 Examining whether the market is large enough to sustain current activity.
Mother-son duo see untapped retail opportunities in Kenyan satellite towns Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 4 April 2016 ‘Some of these towns are becoming middle and upper class, but the businesses that serve these places are not up to par with the tastes and expectations of the new consumers.’
How a Nigerian built an African e-commerce empire from his bedroom Published by Harnet Bokrezion on 29 March 2016 An interview with CEO Chris Folayan.
Eight trends shaping the retail and consumer sector in sub-Saharan Africa Published by PwC on 29 March 2016 Highlights from a new PwC report.
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’.
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.
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.
Truworths, Shoprite and Massmart: How South African retailers are doing in rest of continent Published by Kate Douglas on 18 March 2016 In light of recently released financial results, we look at how three South African retailers are viewing their operations in the rest of the continent.
Nakumatt taps into health trend with sports equipment store Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 March 2016 East African retailer Nakumatt Holdings has launched a dedicated sports gear store in Nairobi’s Westgate shopping centre.
Samsung distributor talks about selling mobile phones in Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 9 March 2016 Nasser Ahmed shares his experiences.
Thoughts on the future of retail in Lagos Published by Nicholas Kuhne on 3 March 2016 Why go to a mall when you can order everything you need online, and it is delivered to you?
KFC finds success with drive-through concept as Kenyans seek convenience Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 29 February 2016 ‘In Nairobi convenience is what we are looking at in our expansion strategy.’
Five things Shoprite’s latest results tell us about retail in sub-Saharan Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 26 February 2016 Nigeria and Angola showing resilience, while low-income consumers increasingly shop closer to home.
Africa’s consumer opportunity more complex than it might seem Published by Nicholas Kuhne on 24 February 2016 One needs to enter African markets with one’s eyes open.
