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MASSMART – Developing Wholesale Coverage Across Sub-Saharan Africa
South Africa’s Massmart is growing its presence on the continent with new stores coming from its fantastic range of brands. The hope is that these stores will bolster the impressive sales figures that have been realised over the past 12 months....
WILLOWTON LOGISTICS – Driving Willowton Forward
With one of the best fleets of vehicles on the South African roads, Willowton Logistics is becoming known as one of the most reliable and consistent performers in the transport and logistics industry. Top man, Antonie Jacobs tells Enterprise Africa...
DENEL – New Partnerships to Bolster Denel’s Arsenal
Over the past six months, Africa’s leading defence company, Denel, has announced a number of new partnerships that will see the company grow into new sectors and new geographical markets. In November last year, after Denel’s Vehicle Systems...
LANCET LABORATORIES – Pathology Services Without Borders
A pioneer among the original private pathology laboratories in South Africa, Lancet has since gone on to cement its presence in the territory through 60 years of continuous growth and development, with a primary focus on pairing high quality,...
KFC SA – Looking To Take A Bite Of Sub-Saharan Africa
One of the most important factors behind the ongoing success of the KFC brand in Africa is the strong focus on being local. The fast food giant has local elements in its menu, uses local suppliers and tries to set the price to local levels. This is...
MCDONALD’S SA – A ‘Modern Progressive Burger Company’
The world’s most famous burger chain is looking to revitalise its global expansion methods by focussing closely on customer interaction and regional relevance. New products, new stores and new focus on servicing local people in a local way with...
TRANSNET – Revitalising SA’s Ports – Still the Best Gateway to Africa
Away from its highly publicised work of upgrading South Africa’s dated rolling stock, Transnet has also been investing heavily in its port infrastructure. With billions of Rand already committed, the company’s MDS has promised much more spending...
SA RUGBY UNION – SARU Positive Despite RWC Third Place
SA Rugby Union has recently announced some impressive new sponsorship deals and has also been celebrating success of strategic marketing campaigns. As the emphasis moves from the RWC in England to preparation for Japan 2019, the focus now is on...
JOHN CRAIG – Helping More Men to Be At Their Best
John Craig’s well-thought-out business model is proving to be an example to follow for the entire SA fashion industry as the men’s clothing and footwear specialist expands its offering into Africa. As the saying goes; longevity is a true mark of...
FERRO SA – Exporter of the Year planning for Further African Growth
Ferro South Africa has been named as the Exporter of the Year for 2015 by the Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Group Export Manager, Robin Legg talks to Enterprise Africa to explain more about the company’s plans for further expansion into...
HOTEL PARTNERS AFRICA – African Hospitality at its Best
As Africa’s middle-class continues to grow, and tourists and business travellers flock to the hub-cities of some of the world’s fastest growing economies, the need for international-class quality hotels is increasing. Hotel Partners Africa is one...
FANCOURT – The Garden Route’s Pièce de Résistance
On the Garden Route, set in lush countryside with the backdrop of the Outeniqua Mountain Range, you’ll find Fancourt South Africa. Just seven kilometres from the town of George, this 613 hectare site is one of Africa’s favourite tourism businesses....
RAKO TAMPERSEAL – German Excellence Proudly Produced In South Africa
In an industry that is teeming with competition, Rako Tamperseal has managed to develop a strategy that has seen the company grow significantly in recent times. Investments into its African operations and its technology portfolio have been central...
DA GAMA TEXTILES – Business Growth in a Difficult Industry
In just 14 months, Da Gama textiles has managed to increase production by 40% by reducing machine downtime and productivity. Managing Director, Greg James has been a big part of this turn-around and he tells Enterprise Africa more about the...
BOSVELD SITRUS – Business Growth in a Difficult Industry
2014’s National Farmer of the Year, the Bosveld Group is the biggest private citrus grower and exporter in South Africa. The family-run business is recognised by most as one of the most innovative and forward-thinking companies in the agricultural...
HYPROP – Standing Strong in Tough Times
Hyprop Investments is one company that is showing positive signs as we move into a 2016 that is set to be a difficult year for financial organisations. The shopping centre heavyweight is investing in its portfolio, bringing down vacancies, and it...
CASTROL SA – Slick Marketing Cements Castrol as Industry Leader
Castrol South Africa is preparing to supply its world class products to one of the world’s most ambitious engineering products, set to take place in SA in 2016. It has also recently invested in a product that could improve the safety of the...