Wal-Mart and what it means for Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 12 October 2010 How we made it in Africa looks at how Wal-Mart’s entry into Africa might affect the continent’s retail landscape
Weekly jobs round-up: 4 – 10 October 2010 Published by Staff Writer on 10 October 2010 The following jobs were posted on the How we made it in Africa Job Board over the past week.
Interview: Growing an agriculture business in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 8 October 2010 Nick Goble, Pannar Seed’s regional manager for Africa, talked to How we made it in Africa about the company’s operations and how to successfully invest in the continent’s agriculture sector.
Citigroup involved in Africa trade finance transaction Published by Staff Writer on 3 October 2010 US-based financial services company, Citigroup, has partnered with the AfDB Group and the IFC to provide US$175 million in trade financing for exporters and importers in Africa.
Africa ’15 years behind Asia’ Published by Staff Writer on 28 September 2010 “Africa is about 15 years behind Asia but you can superimpose its own pattern of growth on Africa. Companies such as the Indian telecoms group Bharti Airtel have already identified this opportunity.”
Wal-Mart makes offer for South Africa’s Massmart Published by Staff Writer on 27 September 2010 US-based retailer Wal-Mart Stores announced today that it has made a proposal which could, if successful, lead to Walmart making a cash offer to acquire South Africa’s Massmart Holdings Limited.
African tax practices – the key is to do your homework Published by Claude Harding on 23 September 2010 Africa is not an easy place in which to do business. However, significant groundwork by those looking to invest in the continent can assist with avoiding the various pitfalls that may lie ahead.
African air travel expected to grow steadily over next 20 years Published by Claude Harding on 22 September 2010 Boeing forecasts that carriers in Africa will experience steady growth over the next 20 years as air travel on the continent continues to grow with the economy.
Executive remuneration: Issues to consider when placing people in Africa Published by Claude Harding on 19 September 2010 “There are a variety of issues organisations need to consider when placing senior people in African countries, particularly in terms of executive remuneration and the structuring thereof.”
Tile and sanitaryware manufacturer looking to boost African exports Published by Staff Writer on 7 September 2010 Ceramic Industries, the South Africa-based manufacturer of tiles and sanitaryware, expects exports to the rest of Africa to play a bigger part in the business going forward.
Advice on exporting to Africa Published by Staff Writer on 5 September 2010 Question: I’m a South Africa-based manufacturer looking to export my products into the rest of Africa. Any tips on how to do this?
French firm looking to establish solar projects in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 27 August 2010 French company, Lucas Import Export, is looking to establish solar farm projects in countries across Africa.
What miners are saying about Africa Published by Staff Writer on 27 August 2010 In the Survey of Mining Companies – 2010 Mid-year Update, published by the Fraser Institute, three miners give their views about the industry in Africa. Do you agree?
Shoprite’s African expansion hit by lack of investment in property Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 August 2010 South Africa-based retailer Shoprite Holdings’ expansion into the rest of Africa was over the past year hampered by a lack of investment in retail space.