Africa Business News

Grass to grace: How shop went from nothing to over 1 000 employees

A large pharmacy group which employees over 1 000 people in various stores and departments had a very humble beginning with just a single worker and shop.

Top 8 biggest economies in Africa revealed, South Africa is 2nd

Nigeria tops the list of 8 countries with the biggest economies in 2019. Nigeria leads with the economic value of $444.916 billion while South Africa ranked 2nd

Africa losing out on air transport business despite global recovery

Briefly.co.za has learned that African countries are yet to take advantage of the air transport business despite signs the industry is recovering globally.

MTN and Dangote claim top spots as the most admired African brands

A report which shows the ranking of brands in Africa has listed MTN, Dangote Group and Safaricom of Kenya as Africa’s most admired brands for the year 2020.

Halala: CEO runs successful business teaching kids how to garden

An innovative businesswoman by the name of Naa Adobea Torkornoo is helping save earth by teaching children the massive art and joy of gardening and farming.

Jumia's revenue falls in 2020 Q1; there's growth in digital sales

Jumia, recorded a 7% drop in revenue in the First Quarter of the year 2020. This has been linked to the outbreak of the coronavirus. Its shares fell by 21%.