African News

Nigerian SMEs to access grant opportunities through NASSI, Seven-Up Partnership

NIGERIA - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Nigeria are set to benefit from a newly announced funding initiative by…

5 days ago

Carrefour launches 29th store in Kenya with first 24-hour supermarket in Mombasa CBD

KENYA - Carrefour, operated in Kenya by Majid Al Futtaim Retail, has opened its 29th outlet in the country at…

1 week ago

Starbucks Frappuccino ready-to-drink range returns to South African shelves

SOUTH AFRICA - Starbucks' Ready-to-Drink (RTD) Frappuccino range has officially returned to the South African market. The relaunch, led by Arla…

2 weeks ago

Mamuda Group to invest US$50M in Ogun State as legal battle with Rite Foods resurfaces

NIGERIA — Nigerian fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) manufacturer Mamuda Group is set to invest US$50 million in Ogun State through…

2 weeks ago

Tiger Brands sells Langeberg and Ashton Foods, paving way for new ownership, community upliftment

SOUTH AFRICA - After five years of strategic deliberation, Tiger Brands has announced the sale of its deciduous fruit business,…

2 weeks ago

Daybreak Foods enters business rescue as  financial woes mount

SOUTH AFRICA  - South African poultry producer Daybreak Foods has officially entered business rescue after years of operational turmoil, financial…

2 weeks ago

Maersk appoints Tito Okuku as Managing Director for Eastern Africa

EASTERN AFRICA - Maersk has named Tito Okuku as its new Managing Director for Eastern Africa, effective May 5, 2025. The…

2 weeks ago

Serengeti Breweries Limited expands portfolio with 3% ABV product at Dar es Salaam launch event

TANZANIA – Serengeti Breweries Limited (SBL), a subsidiary of East African Breweries PLC, has officially introduced WhiteCap Crisp, a premium…

2 weeks ago

Nigerian Breweries names Thibaut Boidin as new CEO

NIGERIA - Nigerian Breweries Plc has announced the appointment of Mr. Thibaut François Baptiste Boidin as its incoming Chief Executive…

2 weeks ago

Kenya halts Rainforest Alliance certification for tea factories over high costs, limited farmer benefits

KENYA - The Government of Kenya has suspended all Rainforest Alliance certification and audit processes for tea factories across the…

2 weeks ago