Fine Spinners Uganda Limited is investing an additional US$5 million in machinery at its Kampala mill. CEO Sav Bedi explains the planned weaving operation, export strategy, cotton purchases and expected jobs.
Changes in Commodity Terms of Trade Across Selected African Economies, January–May 2026
IMF data for 51 African economies show that the commodity net export price index rose in 14 of them and fell in 37 between January–February and March–May 2026. The commodity import price index rose in all 51.
Fairtrade Banana Prices 2027: Changes for Ghana, Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire
Fairtrade’s 2027 banana price floors will rise for Ghana, Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire. Our comparison explains the changes by product and delivery basis, while the separate Premium remains USD 1 per box.
Why Credit History Still Matters for Online Loans
Credit history remains important when applying for online loans in South Africa. Learn how lenders consider income, existing debts and affordability when reviewing applications.
Family Tech Support: What South African Banks and Digital Services Can Learn
A Kaspersky-commissioned survey highlights how relatives and friends help older people use technology. For South African banks and digital-service providers, the findings raise practical questions about accessibility, customer support and account control.
Virgin Atlantic to increase Johannesburg–London flights to 10 weekly from December
Virgin Atlantic plans to increase Johannesburg–London Heathrow services to ten weekly flights from December 2026 until late March 2027. Daily Airbus A350-1000 operations return on 25 October.
South African AI Users Report Frequent Use but Uneven Safety Habits
Findings from a survey of 364 existing AI users in South Africa highlight frequent use and uneven safety habits, with practical implications for workplace guidance, information verification and education.
Nigeria’s startbuddi Takes Aim at Small Businesses’ Software Overload
Built in Ibadan, startbuddi brings customer management, marketing and daily operations into one workspace. Founder Joanna Okedara-Kalu discusses Chip AI, its free plan and the commercial challenges ahead.
Building the Business Behind Africa’s Entertainment Industry
Darey Art Alade and Livespot offer a case study in the business behind Africa’s entertainment industry, from production capability and project financing to rights ownership and team development.
How Refreshi Exchange Is Building a Market for Surplus Stock in South Africa
Refreshi Exchange is building a B2B market for surplus food and consumer goods in South Africa. Richard Honeyman explains why buyer diversity, shelf life and transaction costs matter when turning listed inventory into completed sales.