Are South African fashion retailers feeling pressure from global brands? Published by Kate Douglas on 7 September 2016 Analysts weigh in on how the entrance of retailers like H&M and Cotton On are impacting the performance of local players.
East Africa’s second-tier cities hold untapped potential Published by Maritz Africa Intelligence on 6 September 2016 Throughout East Africa there are unrealised opportunities to better serve consumers in secondary cities and towns.
How to build winning businesses in Africa: 10 minutes with Massmart Published by Martyn Davies on 6 September 2016 Talking business with Massmart’s chairman Kuseni Dlamini.
Retailers get a reality check in Ghana Published by Kate Douglas on 30 August 2016 Overall sales in most modern shopping malls are currently well below historic averages, despite garnering sufficient foot traffic.
Despite growth of modern retail, traditional trade still a significant opportunity Published by Boston Consulting Group on 2 August 2016 Where do Africans shop?
Pretoria East: 50 shopping centres and counting Published by Press Office on 14 July 2016 People living in Pretoria East have, a staggering amount of formal retail space available to them in comparison to other major cities within South Africa.
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.’
Why international companies view Johannesburg show as gateway to southern Africa Published by Press Office on 8 June 2016 SAITEX has become the go-to event for retailers looking for new products where they can meet manufacturers and distributors face-to-face and see first-hand thousands of new products aimed at the southern African market.
City of Johannesburg promotes SMEs at SAITEX 2016 Published by Press Office on 20 May 2016 The City of Johannesburg has announced its support of up to 40 companies exhibiting at SAITEX 2016, South Africa’s biggest international trade exhibition.
Why most Kenyans don’t shop with their mobile phones Published by Staff Writer on 25 April 2016 Some 95% of Kenyan consumers still pay with cash in a retail environment, while only 12% make use of mobile money, and just 2% use credit or debit cards.
Ugandan fashion retailer tapping into popularity of African designs Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 20 April 2016 ‘A few years ago, wearing African prints was the preserve of our mothers… But today people are proud of their heritage.’
Abidjan regains it glamour Published by Franck Kuwonu on 19 April 2016 Spurred by Côte d’Ivoire’s current economic growth, the city is turning a corner.
Is East Africa building too many shopping malls? Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 April 2016 Examining whether the market is large enough to sustain current activity.
Mother-son duo see untapped retail opportunities in Kenyan satellite towns Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 4 April 2016 ‘Some of these towns are becoming middle and upper class, but the businesses that serve these places are not up to par with the tastes and expectations of the new consumers.’