South Africa

How one of South Africa’s largest solar projects will add to the energy mix

Published by Siyanda Mflathelwa on 15 August 2016

The recent financial closing of the 100MW Kathu Solar Park transaction catalyses the construction of one of the largest renewable energy transactions in the South African market.

L’Oréal looks to better understand African beauty

Published by Kate Douglas on 12 August 2016

Here is why this global beauty giant is investing in studying African consumers.

Incorrect calculations behind latest shuffle in Africa’s GDP ranking

Published by Christie Viljoen on 12 August 2016

Calculations behind recent reports that South Africa has overtaken Nigeria as Africa’s largest economy are incorrect, states KPMG.

Nigeria’s currency woes mean it is no longer Africa’s largest economy – for now

Published by Kate Douglas on 11 August 2016

Nigeria has lost its title as Africa’s largest economy (measured in US dollars) to South Africa.

Zimbabwe’s embargo against imports: Not the right place, not the right time

Published by Otavio Veras on 8 August 2016

Zimbabwe has recently banned the importation of South African products with the aim of promoting its national industry.

China’s WeChat on carving out a market in Africa

Published by Kate Douglas on 8 August 2016

‘The market for cross-border remittance in Africa is significant, and it is something that is definitely of interest to us in our long term planning.’

Creating a learning marketing and sales organisation to win

Published by Masingita Mazibuko on 8 August 2016

Delivering sales and marketing excellence in the face of a dynamic market is vitally important for driving brand growth and gaining a competitive advantage.

Start-up snapshot: Virtual estate agency offering a low-cost alternative in South Africa

Published by Kate Douglas on 4 August 2016

Property Fox is a new online real estate start-up that aims to almost cut out the role of traditional estate agents completely.

OGP Summit leads with the future of Africa’s oil industry

Published by Press Office on 2 August 2016

Full programme and speakers revealed for the Oil, Gas & Petrochem Summit 2016 in Cape Town.

Lessons to be learnt from Zimbabwe’s blunt use of an import ban

Published by Mmatlou Kalaba on 2 August 2016

The control of imported goods will not resolve the fundamental problems of the Zimbabwean economy.

Capitec, Barclays Africa and Atlas Mara: Thoughts from a bank ratings expert

Published by Kate Douglas on 29 July 2016

Banking advisory group Lafferty ranks South African banks as world-class and notes strong opportunities across the continent – despite the current struggles banks face.

Move over South Africa: Kenya now Africa’s largest source of intra-regional investment

Published by Kate Douglas on 28 July 2016

Last year Kenyan companies replaced South Africa’s as the largest intra-African investor group.

Are low-cost, online estate agencies the future for South Africa?

Published by Kate Douglas on 26 July 2016

A new breed of real estate agencies are challenging the status quo.

Feedem Pitseng simplifies print management at 100 locations

Published by Press Office on 26 July 2016

Contract caterer Feedem Pitseng replaced its existing printers at customer sites with fast, reliable HP Pro X 476 machines.

South Africa

How one of South Africa’s largest solar projects will add to the energy mix

L’Oréal looks to better understand African beauty

Incorrect calculations behind latest shuffle in Africa’s GDP ranking

Nigeria’s currency woes mean it is no longer Africa’s largest economy – for now

Zimbabwe’s embargo against imports: Not the right place, not the right time

China’s WeChat on carving out a market in Africa

Creating a learning marketing and sales organisation to win

Start-up snapshot: Virtual estate agency offering a low-cost alternative in South Africa

OGP Summit leads with the future of Africa’s oil industry

Lessons to be learnt from Zimbabwe’s blunt use of an import ban

Capitec, Barclays Africa and Atlas Mara: Thoughts from a bank ratings expert

Move over South Africa: Kenya now Africa’s largest source of intra-regional investment

Are low-cost, online estate agencies the future for South Africa?

Feedem Pitseng simplifies print management at 100 locations

How a small South African bakery grew into a national restaurant franchise

South African gym boss: Only 25% of members come primarily for exercise

Zimbabwe: From banker to coffee shop owner

An opportunity worth millions: Exporting Lagos’ plastic waste

Africa investors reveal agribusiness opportunities in Zambia, Ghana and beyond

Aquaponics: Farming without soil in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwean investment firm allows clients to invest in cows

African economic outlook: Forecasts for Ghana, Zambia, Nigeria and more

Kenyan company tapping into ‘multibillion-dollar’ fish-farming opportunity

Why Equity Group CEO James Mwangi is betting on the DRC

From car boot to supermarket shelves: Nigerian food entrepreneur tells her story

Opportunity to leverage technology in Africa’s education sector

CEOs reveal Africa’s top 10 investment destinations

Nigeria: From a corner shop to a fast-growing retail chain

What’s driving the surge in South Africa’s fuel price?

Kenya: Fresh produce retail boss talks supply chain, e-commerce and more

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