Chris Folayan: How I built an online platform to help retailers reach Africa’s consumers Published by Chris Folayan on 6 April 2018 The process of building a business for consumers in Africa was unlike anything I had done before and required overcoming several challenges.
Cross-border e-commerce a significant growth opportunity for African companies Published by Staff Writer on 14 March 2018 Cross-border retail volumes are predicted to increase at an annual average rate of 25% between 2015 and 2020.
Five steps to success for e-commerce companies Published by Staff Writer on 20 February 2018 Success factors that e-commerce businesses need to strategically plan for as they launch or expand their organisations.
Eight trends in e-commerce to watch in 2018 Published by Charles Brewer on 15 January 2018 What should SMEs be looking out for in 2018?
Global trade trends to be prepared for in 2018 Published by Greg Hewitt on 5 January 2018 If you are selling online then you need to understand how your operations and customers may be affected by advances in logistics, regulatory and enforcement changes, world events – and even climate issues.
The top 10 mistakes exporters to Africa make (Part 1) Published by Ben Longman on 14 December 2017 Risks exporters need to be aware of.
The rising need for convenience-focused businesses Published by Staff Writer on 12 December 2017 ‘It is not necessarily about offering a one-stop-shop, but rather about providing a convenient, efficient solution.’
Modern trade formats are upping their game in Nigeria Published by Staff Writer on 6 December 2017 As Nigerian consumers look for greater value and efficiency due to macro-economic and inflationary pressures, they are trading down on spend.
Black Friday – on an upward trend in South Africa Published by Press Office on 22 November 2017 PRESS OFFICE: Jetweb Digital advertising agency Jetweb, has kept a close eye on Black Friday through social listening data for the last three years. Digital and social expert and managing director of Jetweb, Bianca Quinn-Diavasatos, share some of these stats. In 2015 there was 4,719 mentions of Black Friday on social and other online platforms […]
Johannesburg’s inner city: The Dubai of southern Africa, but all below the radar Published by Dr Tanya Zack on 7 November 2017 Johannesburg has become an intense wholesale and retail centre for traders from all over sub-Saharan Africa.
Supermarket surge on the cards for Côte d’Ivoire Published by Staff Writer on 23 October 2017 The current development of modern trade and a growing middle class is creating a shift towards more formalised shopping experiences.
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.
Here’s why South Africa’s online shoppers keep coming back for more Published by Mercy Mpinganjira on 2 October 2017 Four main factors influenced consumers’ attitudes and intentions to shop at a particular online store again.
The changing face of filling stations Published by Jonathan Ward on 2 October 2017 In a world of efficient cars and alternative powertrains, filling stations are enjoying an unexpected renaissance.