BUSINESS
Market trends, SME mechanics, supply chain audits, and the raw economics of daily commerce.
Zambia’s Economic Growth in Q2 2023
The recent release of Zambia's macroeconomic statistics for September 2023 has shed light on the state of the nation's economy in the second quarter of the year. In a year marked by global economic uncertainties, Zambia has managed to maintain a steady growth rate of...
Local Manufacturers Struggle as Major Retailers Shy Away from Stocking Products
In a candid revelation that sheds light on the challenges faced by citizen entrepreneurs in the manufacturing industry, a resounding sentiment of frustration emerged during the recent Local Manufacturing Summit in Gaborone. The event provided a vital platform for...
Nestle Zimbabwe Wins Case Against ZIMRA over Invalid Tax Assessments
On May 24, 2023, the High Court of Zimbabwe ruled in favor of Nestle Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd in a case against the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) regarding invalid tax assessments. The court declared the assessments issued by ZIMRA on January 17, 2022, for the tax...
Citibank invests in Zimbabwean Oil Exploration amidst US Sanctions
Citibank, a US bank, has invested in Invictus Energy through its Citicorp group, amidst US sanctions on Zimbabwe. Citibank's investment is a vote of confidence in Zimbabwe's oil and gas potential. Now, hold on here; how can this be? In 2022, Invictus Energy, a...
10 Business Opportunities in Renewable Energy in South Africa
A country with abundant natural resources, including a high level of solar radiation, making it an ideal location for renewable energy projects; there are at least 10 notable Business Opportunities in Renewable Energy in South Africa.
The Economics of Lithium Rich Countries in Africa
The Economics of Lithium rich countries in Africa was seen in Zimbabwe’s recent ban on raw Lithium to protect its US$200 billion worth of raw lithium, as it seeks to lock the value chain into the local economy. The southern African country holds some of the world's...
Botswana and the future of the African Oil and Gas Industry
The African oil and gas industry is undergoing a transformation as the world shifts towards sustainability and away from fossil fuels. The continent’s oil and gas producing nations are facing mounting pressures as their economies are heavily dependent on oil and gas...
Reducing Trade Costs and Improving Competitiveness with the AfCFTA
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is a landmark agreement that has the potential to significantly impact the growth and development of small businesses in Africa. One of the most significant benefits of the AfCFTA for small businesses is the reduction...
The Rise of Neobanking in Africa
The new generation of bank start-ups in Africa is just as those in any part of the world; all thanks to digital and the internet of things, called Neobanking. Neobanking is a type of banking service that is offered exclusively through a digital platform, such as a...
Opportunities of the AfCFTA for African Business Owners
As a business owner in Africa, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) presents both challenges and opportunities for the growth and development of your business. One of the key opportunities presented by the AfCFTA is increased market access. The agreement...
The Trans-African Highway and your Business in Africa
Economic development in Africa is steadily happening, and key to this is the infrastructural development of the Trans-African Highway network - roads that connect countries in Africa. The Trans-African Highway network is a network of roads that spans the continent of...
Russia-Ukraine Geopolitics creates Opportunity for SA Agri-Commodities
All war affects geopolitics and has a direct impact on global economics by reshaping demand and supply. From an international trade perspective, the current Russia-Ukraine dispute has created opportunity for largest African agricultural commodity exporters like South...