Smaller and more agile local brands are taking the fight to multinationals seeking to benefit from increasing consumer spending in sub-Saharan Africa. Both sorts of firms are looking to expand in the region and are deploying new strategies to attract customers.
North Africa
The rise of Africa's B-brands
- Thursday, 16 May 2013 14:56
- Gemma Ware
New technology for African livestock farmers
- Monday, 13 May 2013 17:43
African livestock farmers have recently become beneficiaries of new technology.
Electricity meter suppliers in contract goldrush across Africa
- Monday, 13 May 2013 12:05
Egypt's Iskraemeco hopes Elsewedy's contacts will help it face the charge as utilities prepare to roll out new meter technologies.
French President, Hollande sets out stall in North Africa
- Monday, 13 May 2013 11:02
The president of France hopes to win back the top spot in trade with Rabat (Morocco) and Algiers (Algeria).
Empowerment of women: Implementation is crucial - Bachelet
- Friday, 10 May 2013 14:53
- Elissa Jobson in Addis Ababa
Women and children are frontline victims during conflicts, argues Michelle Bachelet, Executive director of UN Women, and former President of Chile.
Five tasks for African Armies
- Tuesday, 07 May 2013 16:19
From peacekeeping, conflict prevention and resolution to engaging and driving rebel elements out of town, as has been witnessed in Somalia, regional leaders are showing a robust determination to bring insecurity across the continent under control.
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