Swaziland-based chilli business finds export success Published by Oluwabusayomi Sotunde on 31 October 2017 Food company discovers it is sometimes better to have lower volumes, but higher price points.
Four things this packaging company teaches us about Africa’s consumer goods industry Published by Jaco Maritz on 17 October 2017 Keith Dilkes, Africa export sales manager at Polyoak Packaging, gives his perspective on the trends impacting the consumer goods industry.
Lions (still) on the move: Growth in Africa’s consumer sector Published by McKinsey on 3 October 2017 Africa remains a high-potential region, but growth is concentrated in a few markets and income segments.
Big shift in Nigerian shopping patterns due to tough market conditions Published by Staff Writer on 18 July 2017 Challenging macro-economic forces have compelled Nigerian consumers to make fundamental changes in what, where and how they shop.
African consumer products industry rides out uncertainty Published by Deloitte team on 10 July 2017 While the overall African growth story might have ‘stuttered’ recently, the prospects for consumer goods companies still reflect a generally positive growth opportunity.
Africa’s FMCG industry: Navigating between opportunity and uncertainty Published by Pamela Wadi and Max Gebhart on 21 April 2017 Examining the various issues facing the FMCG sector in Africa, and the opportunities that exist for potential investors should these risks be mitigated.
The story of a ‘born global’ South African ice tea brand Published by Chris Human and Geoff Bick on 21 February 2017 How this small local company struck it big.
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.’
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.
Overlooked rural consumers a potentially important market Published by Boston Consulting Group on 26 July 2016 Boston Consulting Group identifies rural consumers and Ethiopia as two promising opportunities for multinationals.
Start-up snapshot: Ugandan street vendors step into the future Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 25 May 2016 Musana Carts sees opportunity where others see chaos.
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.
Kenya: Five emerging consumer companies looking to challenge incumbents Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 22 March 2016 Young companies on the move.
How to capture Africa’s $152bn consumer packaged goods opportunity Published by Kate Douglas on 3 February 2016 Accenture estimates companies can unlock billions in the market by leveraging digital ecosystems and mobile applications.