How DHL Ghana grew its retail footprint through innovative win-win partnerships Published by Staff Writer on 7 April 2015 DHL Express has been especially successful at growing its retail footprint in Ghana.
The impact of country specific demographic factors on consumer behaviour Published by Euromonitor International on 10 March 2015 Customers are generally influenced by a series of issues when making purchasing decisions.
GDP and population data not enough to predict brand success in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 25 February 2015 Hard retail data, consumer needs and behaviour, combined with macro-economic datasets, are better indicators of opportunity in African markets.
Kenyan retailer Chandarana gearing up for faster growth Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 25 January 2015 Chandarana plans to double its number of outlets over the next five years.
Informal retail ‘a market you can’t afford to ignore’ Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 12 January 2015 Kaskazi Network delivers consumer goods to informal shops and kiosks by motorcycle.
Why Botswana’s largest retailer ventured into ‘risky’ Zimbabwe Published by Kate Douglas on 6 January 2015 Zimbabwe has the best pool of talent in Africa, says the CEO of Choppies.
Retail in Nigeria – a lucrative business for those who get it right Published by Eleanor Whitehead on 10 November 2014 A new generation of Nigerian consumers is drawing retailers from all over the world.
Reasons to be upbeat about retail in Egypt Published by Dalia Abdellatif on 3 November 2014 The new government is expected to bring stability to the country, which will eventually be reflected in consumer spending and confidence.
Retail success in Africa requires patience, hard work and innovation Published by Staff Writer on 10 October 2014 The growth of retail in sub-Saharan Africa is good news, however, it has a down side for other retailers.
Random reflections from a week in Lusaka Published by Kate Douglas on 30 September 2014 How we made it in Africa’s‘s Kate Douglas reflects on some of the business and social characteristics of Lusaka.
‘No secret to doing business in Africa,’ says Nakumatt MD Atul Shah Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 11 September 2014 “Just deliver your promises to customers and respect the cultural norms.”
DHL takes innovative approach to grow retail footprint by 1000% Published by Staff Writer on 22 August 2014 DHL Express has grown its retail footprint in sub-Saharan Africa by an astonishing 1,000% in less than three years.
Consumer potential: Three Nigerian city clusters to compete with Lagos Published by Kate Douglas on 28 July 2014 McKinsey suggests three city clusters in Nigeria with sizable populations to rival Lagos.
Manufacturers in East Africa need to keep up with changing retail trends Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 June 2014 African Cotton Industries MD says manufacturers need to constantly stay ahead of the game.