Ghana: a rising star in West Africa
While the global economy was struggling with the Eurozone debt crisis, Ghana surprised the world by growing 14.4% in 2011. That superb GDP growth is not just a fluke. On top of robust gold revenues and...
View ArticleGhana’s growing trade with Hong Kong presages further opportunities
With Ghana’s economy gaining momentum, import demand of products ranging from capital goods to consumer goods is set to soar. In light of the increasing economic ties between Ghana and China, Hong Kong...
View ArticleNigeria - the Next BRIC country holding promise in West Africa
Nigeria is the second largest economy in Sub-Saharan Africa, trailing South Africa. It has also surpassed Egypt to become the largest Next-11 country in Africa. Nigeria’s considerable resources...
View ArticleNigeria’s rising middle class marks new waves of consumerism
After years of implementing economic diversification, Nigeria no longer relies on the oil sector as the prime economic driver, even though it is the largest oil producer in Africa. The boom of the...
View ArticleNigeria – a stellar market holding promise for Hong Kong companies
As the third largest African market for Hong Kong’s exports, Nigeria’s market holds promise for Hong Kong’s exports, and it may offer a consumer market with potential comparable to South Africa. In...
View ArticleMission to Lagos and Accra
The burgeoning promise of Africa will be in the spotlight at this Hong Kong product mission.Language English
View ArticleFlying High
A Hong Kong air logistics company is reaping the benefits of booming trade ties between China and Africa. Language English
View ArticleLong Life Tea
A needle-like indigenous plant grown only in a small area of South Africa's west coast is creating considerable interest among Asian tea lovers and importers. Language English
View ArticleSouth Africa: Market Profile
South Africa’s economy posted a year-on-year (YoY) growth rate of 1.6% in Q1 2014, after gaining 2% YoY in Q4 2013. GDP growth is expected by the IMF to be around 2.3% in 2014.Language English
View ArticleNigeria: Market Profile
Nigeria grew by 6.2% in Q1 2014 following a 5.5% growth in 2013. With the rebased GDP calculations in April 2014, Nigeria is now the largest economy in Africa.Language English
View ArticleA Taste of Africa
South African winemakers, together with international export organisation Wines of South Africa (WoSA), are aggressively targeting the Hong Kong and Chinese mainland markets. Language English
View ArticleAfrican Arbitration
Africa has long been seen as having the potential to be the next big global growth area, with many countries on the continent achieving GDP growth rates in excess of seven per cent annually. Language...
View ArticleOn Track for Trade
In 1896, the British colonial government began construction of a narrow-gauge railway line from the Kenyan port city of Mombasa to Nairobi. Language English
View ArticleTaking a Bite out of the ASEAN Market
As South African exporters look to capitalise on the growing ASEAN food and wine markets, a key marketing opportunity is emerging for Hong Kong agents and distributors.Language English
View ArticleAfrica Taps e-Banking
Africa is one of the world's fastest-growing and most dynamic digital-technology markets. Language English
View ArticleHalal Food Partner
With the Belt and Road Initiative poised to transform market access across Asia, potential partnerships with African companies are opening as they seek to target Asian consumers. Language English
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