Global consumer themes combine with new technologies to create African opportunity Published by Standard Bank on 18 May 2017 A world of new consumer product, service and support opportunities are emerging on the continent.
Five high-growth companies targeting African consumers Published by Staff Writer on 25 April 2017 From ice cream to private education, there has been rapid growth in the supply of consumer services and products.
South Africa: Tough times ahead for commercial property Published by Press Office on 24 February 2017 Low economic growth is going to put pressure on commercial property performance, pressure on rentals, especially on small businesses, and vacancies are likely to increase in 2017.
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.
‘Happy days’ for Kenyans means consumer confidence continues to climb Published by Staff Writer on 24 November 2016 Kenyan consumers are feeling positive and they’re not afraid to put their money where their mind is.
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.
Which African cities will see the fastest growth in consumer spending? Published by Kate Douglas on 17 August 2016 Kenya’s Kisumu, Mombasa and Nairobi will experience over 200% growth in total consumer expenditure from 2015 to 2030.
Côte d’Ivoire: Investors need to keep a cool head, says e-commerce boss Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 4 July 2016 ‘There are lots of business opportunities but investors should not get overexcited.’
Approaching your first client as an entrepreneur Published by Staff Writer on 15 June 2016 Gugu Mjadu provides her five top tips for young entrepreneurs/businesses looking to land their first client.
Agility seizing opportunities in Africa’s underserved consumer goods industry Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 10 June 2016 Few countries have the storage and distribution facilities needed to support the growth of FMCG businesses, says Geoffrey White, CEO for Africa at Agility.
How to unlock Africa’s ‘farm to fork’ consumer opportunity Published by Staff Writer on 4 May 2016 Understanding the intricacies of the local consumer landscape is crucial.
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.
The Uqalo Consumer Index: Headwinds for Nigerian consumer Published by Diane Laas on 4 September 2015 Our most recent index, based on data at the end of August, has fallen to 23.2x which is its lowest level since March 2014.
