Merchandisers are Brand Ambassadors for Brands
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In 2020, Lusani Phadagi had a chat with Thabang a young South African entrepreneur who is into logistics business to be precise bulk trucking business.
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Get a Company Profile Designed by GetAProfile.co.za
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Created by Oscar Habeenzu, over a period of twenty years, this Digital Marketing course is built to equipment the learner with modern knowledge and skills [Read More…]
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The Key Performance Areas of the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA)
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The South African Minister of Basic Education made the announcement in September 2018, Swahili was to be included in the education system. This was, and [Read More…]
Taste Your Name: Starbucks, Neuromarketing and Your Brand
Starbucks is actually making lots money from just calling our names. You walk into a Starbucks, and as you pay for you coffee they ask [Read More…]
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I graduated with my marketing degree close to fifteen years ago and attained most of my experience around that time and I can tell [Read More…]
Cabanga Magazine | August 2020 | Community Banks
South Africa needs more Black Owned Banks. Everyone wants a bank that provides Cash, Convenience, and Community as banking services. Most banks achieve the first [Read More…]
The Genesis of Pharmaceuticals
Since its establishment in April 2011, Genesis Pharmaceuticals has grown In leaps and bounds in its pursuit of the provision of affordable and accessible surgical, [Read More…]
A Summer Garden Guesthouse in Jo’burg
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Smart Homes & Cities: Three Reasons why Africa is Ready
An extract from a report by Deloitte Africa titled “Africa is ready to leapfrog the competition Through Smart Cities Technology”. All Cities are unique from their [Read More…]
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The Future of Leadership is Female
Despite South Africa’s attempts to even out the playing field between men and women in leadership, the country still has a long way to go. [Read More…]
The Catfish Syndrome: Why some NPOs are well Funded than Others
According to the updated registers at the Department of Social Development, there are slightly over 80,000 compliant NPOs in South Africa. In recent years there were [Read More…]
The Fourth Industrial Revelation: Is Africa better off Without?
The Fourth Industrial Revolution (#4IR) in the form of Internet of Things (IOTs), Blockchain, Cloud, Quantum Computing, and Avatar Human Capital, are quite the buzzwords [Read More…]
Credibility Diplomacy: Shaping the New African Agenda
Credibility is a tangible intangible, an asset of social, political and business economy opening and shutting doors with equal swift. It is a subtle defined [Read More…]
What Next for Construction in South Africa?
As South African construction Industry representative negotiate for resumption of projects across the country, there has been the question of “what next”, as layoffs and [Read More…]
The Expandables: Mmabatho the Instagram Influencer, Promoter, and Trainer
There is an influencer in South Africa that can no longer be ignored by brands and businesses; an influencer that can expand a brand’s consumption, [Read More…]
Copper Mining in Zambia – History and Future
Copper, a major export of Zambia, is under scrutiny as challenges arise and the industry constantly under probity. The Zambian copper mining industry as we [Read More…]
ZamTourism38: Unlocking Tourism Sector Before 2038
According to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), Travel and Tourism is Zambia’s 2018 fastest-growing national economic sector, contributing US$1,846.9 million (ZMK19.4 billion) to [Read More…]
Woodfuel in Africa
Woodfuel is the main cooking fuel for over 60% of households in Africa. This is expected to increase in the coming decades, due to lack [Read More…]
The Economic Impact of Kazungula Bridge to Botswana and Zambia
There are nine Trans-African Highways, all under development and enhancements, and the fourth one – Cairo-Gaborone-Cape Town, pass through Botswana and Zambia.
The Coffee Economy
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(Zambia) – As we prepare for Post-Corona New Normal in global and local economics, Zambian business owners and brands, can no longer ignore the intellectual [Read More…]
LEA Unlocking Potential and Enabling Growth of SMEs
In the centre stage of empowering the citizen in Botswana is the Local Enterprise Authority, that provides Training, Mentorship, Market Access, and Technology Support to [Read More…]
The Pula Fund: Look to Your Savings
There comes a time when one must look to their saving in order to navigate themselves through a period of uncertainty, and for Botswana, the [Read More…]
Special Economic Zones in Botswana
The Government of Botswana has established the Special Economic Zone Authority (SEZA) in 2015 to support and manage the development of the 8 SEZs in [Read More…]
The Flying Economy
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The Role of Small, Micro and Medium Enterprises in Employment Creation
In 2015, Wilbert R. Mutoko of the North-West University (South Africa), presented a paper titled ‘The role of small, micro- and medium enterprises in employment [Read More…]
The Agriconomy of South Africa
South Africa is a diverse agricultural economy made up of 40,000 commercial farms according to the recently published Census of Commercial Agriculture (CoCA) of 2017 [Read More…]
SHUMBA: The Lion King of Energy in Africa
Botswana is posed to be one of the biggest exporters of energy in South Africa, supplying not only its local households, but of fifteen other [Read More…]
Bankability: Economic Development and the Project Facilitation Fund
The unmistakeable iTowers is a symbol of modernisation and economic development in Botswana. A host to businesses, hotels and government offices, the iTowers speak of [Read More…]
History of The Mukuvisi Woodlands 1910 – 2010
Cathy Buckle, a previous estate manager at the Mukuvisi woodlands, and a well-respected writer has compiled a fascinating mix of fact, anecdote and environmental information [Read More…]
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Extracts from Chapter 1 of the book. The story of The Victoria Falls Hotel is not simply the story of a hospitality establishment; it is [Read More…]
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Founded in 2005, William Scott & Co. is a Zimbabwean registered business licensed to conduct business in the manufacture and distribution of both commercial and [Read More…]
Beefy Exports: Opening Up the Beef and Meat by Products Industry
According to FAO, the world has 1.468 billion head of cattle, and Botswana has 2.5 million of that herd, and it is estimated to account [Read More…]
The Garfunkels Porky Story
Garfunkels is a brand with a porky story that can only be understood in their own words, that has invaded and made domineering space in [Read More…]
Sidella Trading and the Sesame Value Chain in Zimbabwe
Farmers in Chiredzi district did not grow sesame under Sidella Trading contract in 2016/17 season; they only grew it in 2014/15. Some of the farmers [Read More…]
Ariston Holdings: The Farming Kingdom
Ariston business interests span a variety of crops including tea, macadamia, banana, apples, peaches, potatoes, tomatoes, peas, maize, soya beans and it has poultry and [Read More…]
African Guide to Business Etiquette with China Business People
As Zimbabwe and China trade surpassed the USD One Billion mark in September 2016, making the two countries important trade partners, there is need for [Read More…]
From Morocco With Love – A Jewel on The Edge of the Sahara
In late 2018, Mpho and I took a belated honeymoon (our wedding was in September 2017!) to the Kingdom of Morocco and spent an unforgettable [Read More…]
40 Cork Road: New York comes to Gokomere
Rich in history of empires and warrior kings, Zimbabwe’s past meet the future in places where tourists can feel at home whilst going through the [Read More…]
Mama Red Rose: Salons and Entertainment Empire that Started with one Chair
(Zimbabwe) – Mama Red Rose; the name you cannot talk about hair in Zimbabwe without including in the paragraph or conversation. Great stories of entrepreneurship [Read More…]
The Tswanovative Futurist: Mmoloki, Patents, and the Innovativeness of Batswana Women
Out of the sixteen countries in Southern Africa (SADC), the most inventive and innovative women are from Botswana, as was revealed by a report by [Read More…]
Dambisa Moyo: The Global Economist
(Zambia) – There is a great Zambian woman that must be celebrated, as her contribution to the global economy cannot be ignored – Dr Dambisa [Read More…]
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(South Africa) – This is a preview extract of the book “Trade Secrets of Business in South Africa”, hence this article will explore diverse issues [Read More…]
Bakani Ngulani: The Unconventional Entrepreneur
Approach and objectivity matter when you need the service of an Accountant, and Bakani Ngulani is one with a simple approach and is always objective [Read More…]
CHOMA: The City of the Future
(Zambia) – There is a city in the south of Zambia; a city of the future, called Choma. It has the profile of a city [Read More…]
Oysters & Posh: a Brand Ideology of Noma Ndebele the Fashion Entrepreneur
(Zimbabwe) – In Brand Ideology, Oysters and Posh are brands that work together to use relational techniques with consumers in a cloak and dagger game [Read More…]
The Big Five of Social Media in Botswana
Social Media has shaped many economies, as it is the frontier of technology at present, and the Botswana economy is no exception, whether or not [Read More…]
The Big Five of Social Media in Zambia
In Zambia, the most used social network is Facebook, followed by LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram and then Twitter on number five. Generally, Zambians in Zambia are [Read More…]
The Big Five of Social Media in South Africa
There can never be a conversation of a Digital Economy without the social aspects of the same, and social media networks are at the centre [Read More…]
Milborrow: Growing Zimbabwe’s Livestock Industry Using IP
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The Evolution and Impact of Knowledge Sharing Platforms
In today’s fast-paced, information-driven world, the ability to share and access knowledge efficiently has become crucial for both individual and organisational success, giving rise to [Read More…]
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Cabanga Media Group is a leading pan-African media conglomerate with a mission to foster economic development and empower businesses across the continent. Founded in 2019, [Read More…]
Innovative Digital Payment Solutions for Informal Township Businesses in SA
In South African townships, informal businesses form the backbone of local economies. However, these enterprises often face significant challenges, particularly in accessing formal financial services.
Overcoming Barriers to Digitalisation in South African Townships
Digitalisation holds the promise of transforming South African townships, fostering economic growth and financial inclusion. However, several barriers impede this progress, from financial literacy gaps [Read More…]
The Rise of Virtual Assistants: A Growing Need in the Digital Economy
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, businesses are constantly seeking ways to optimise operations, reduce costs, and maintain productivity. One solution that has seen exponential growth [Read More…]
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With over fifteen years of experience in the industry, Express Fitness Urban has firmly established itself as a premier supplier of gym equipment across South [Read More…]
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Since its inception in 2019, Cabanga Media Group has rapidly emerged as a formidable force in the African media landscape, driving business growth and economic [Read More…]
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Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is a region ripe with investment opportunities, characterized by its dynamic markets and significant growth potential.
The Role of Consumer Credit in Transforming Zimbabwe’s Economy
Zimbabweans are wealthy citizens with resources, but are poor consumers without cash or credit to buy products and services they require.
The Barista and the Barrister, South Africa’s professions united by Coffee
After 5,000 cups of good Coffee in South Africa, I have come to experience the brilliance of two diverse professionals uniquely united by coffee, well [Read More…]