Namibia: Women make strides in charcoal industry
Women have been making their presence felt in the male-dominated charcoal industry. Suddenly, the world has taken notice as women take up greater roles in
December 21, 2021
December 21, 2021
Mozambique and Eswatini pick up on bananas as South Africa’s bananas make way for citrus, avocados, macadamias
Mozambique’s climate and soil continuously attract banana producers to the country, many of them from South Africa. Some large banana producers in particular parts of
December 21, 2021
Finding a way forward: Sector reforms in Lesotho’s wool and mohair industry
Lesotho’s wool and mohair industry is steeped in history and tradition. Ever since the 1800s, the nation’s sheep have been producing high-quality wool and its
December 21, 2021
AfCFTA secretariat signs landmark agreement with UK government
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)with the United Kingdom (UK) government to formalise shared commitment to
December 21, 2021
South African companies scored deals worth millions at Intra-African Trade Fair
Most of the more than 80 government-supported South African companies which showcased their products and services at the week-long Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF), which ended
December 21, 2021
South Africa’s exports have the potential to drive growth in post-pandemic boom
South Africa is experiencing a record trade surplus in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic with our exports far outpacing imports. This is according to
December 21, 2021
UK based AgDevCo expands portfolio in Mozambique to develop banana industry
AgDevCo has announced its latest investment of $US 3 million in Mozambique’s agribusiness sector. The UK-based social impact investor has closed a debt investment in
December 21, 2021
Rebrand for South African berry industry body
South Africa’s berry industry body has decided to rebrand itself as BerriesZA after operating as the South African Berry Producers Association (SABPA) for some years.
December 21, 2021
New direct sourcing opportunities from South Africa for UK food wholesalers
As Britain emerges from its coronavirus lockdown, firms in the UK are facing a host of challenges as they attempt to get back to business
December 21, 2021
South African government outlines bold steps to grow industrial output and support greater economic inclusion
A bold set of actions to grow industrial output and support greater economic inclusion was announced today by Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Minister
December 21, 2021
