Four scenarios of what e-commerce could look like in 2025 Published by Staff Writer on 26 June 2014 Over the next 10 years, online retail will continue to gain popularity in both developed and emerging markets.
Are tech companies key to African growth? Published by Esi Cleland on 12 May 2014 We should be excited about what the future of technical innovation will do for Africa.
Retail industry in sub-Saharan Africa offers huge potential, says DHL Published by Staff Writer on 8 May 2014 Retail expansion is key to DHL Express’s Africa business strategy.
There’s no place on earth like Lagos, says founder of online property marketplace Published by Kate Douglas on 2 May 2014 Canadian Allie Morse moved to Lagos a year ago and talks about living and renting in the bustling city.
Made in Britain: Opportunities for UK companies to export to Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 24 April 2014 Sub-Saharan Africa’s growing middle class are “ready to spend their money somewhere”.
Seven South African tech startups hoping to grab your attention Published by Staff Writer on 17 April 2014 From pet food to dating to rentals, 88mph has a range of startups under its wing.
Africa’s middle class boasts high returns in consumer goods markets, says KPMG Published by Staff Writer on 14 April 2014 The single-largest investment and business opportunity in Africa will be its rising consumer market.
Three online shopping trends to pay attention to Published by Stacey Nel on 28 March 2014 Security remains a concern for most African consumers who shop online, a survey finds.
From phones to fashion to rice: Online shopping gaining traction in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 27 March 2014 A number of companies are vying to become the Amazon of their respective territories.
E-commerce site connects craftswomen to global market Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 25 March 2014 Online platform Soko enables Kenyan artisans to sell their handcrafted jewellery to a wider market.
The internet’s transformative potential in Africa Published by McKinsey on 3 December 2013 Growing internet penetration in Africa has wide-ranging effects, contributing to economic and social development.
Lions go digital: Highlights from McKinsey’s report on the internet in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 20 November 2013 Increasing access to the internet has the potential to aid economic growth across the continent.
Understanding local payment methods is the key to African e-commerce success Published by Staff Writer on 25 October 2013 Nigeria’s Interswitch Verve and M-Pesa in Kenya are mobile payment systems online merchants need to know how to use.
The model behind combining e-commerce with print media products Published by Kate Douglas on 16 October 2013 Online shopping adds value to advertising spend on Media24’s print publications.
