July 2015
This month has been fascinating viewing from a business perspective – troubles across the Eurozone persist which of course has a knock on effect when it comes to investment across countries in Africa. Combined with the landscape of the telecommunications industry in SA changing drastically, with Neotel being bought by Vodacom – who themselves have been partially purchased by the Public Investment Corporation, its been a struggle to keep up with the news!
Speaking of acquisitions, this months lead article tells the story of Montigny Investments in Swaziland, who reflect on a year that saw the purchase of Sappi’s local business and impressive plans to turnover R1bn as a result.
We also take a look at Shell South Africa and their plans to diversify now that the option of fracking appears to be ruled out, highlight the contribution of companies such as Afrisam and Isowall to the ongoing upturn in the construction market and help to mark the 40th anniversary of Botswana Insurance Company – all among other fascinating stories.
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