May 09
Zambia: Car Batteries Project Becoming Reality
Times of Zambia
SO Zambia is this July set to begin the manufacturing of car batteries locally! Read more »
Tanzania: Newly Launched Dar Truck Assembly Plant to Generate Over 2,000 Jobs
Daily News
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has launched the Saturn Corporation Limited Company's truck assembly plant in Dar es Salaam. Read more »
May 06
Africa: Industry Engagement Forum in Lagos Aims to Increase Health Product Manufacturing in Africa
UNITAID
The 2024 Industry Engagement Forum, themed "Unlocking Healthcare Value Chains and Driving Investment through Partnerships: Accelerating Equitable Access to Quality-Assured… Read more »
Nigeria: AfCFTA - Competitive Capacity, Key to Market Access - Manufacturers
Vanguard
For Nigeria to reap maximum benefits from the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement, the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has identified the ability of… Read more »
April 29
Nigeria: Credit to Manufacturing Sector Up 39 Percent to N7.73trn in 2023
Vanguard
In spite of numerous challenges confronted by manufacturers in Nigeria, the manufacturing sector's borrowings from the nation's banking sector rose by N2.17 trillion to N7.73… Read more »
April 25
South Africa: Coca-Cola Beverages Vs Competition Commission Proved Problems in Judiciary Persist [analysis]
Daily Maverick
There has been much debate concerning both the efficiency of the Constitutional Court and its present ability to produce judgments of the highest quality. As an example, Tim Cohen… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Unki First Quarter Output Remains Flat
The Herald
Platinum Group Metals production at Anglo American Platinum Limited's local unit, Unki Mine, remained flat at 62 800 ounces during the first quarter of 2024, as overal group… Read more »
April 23
Zimbabwe: New Fertiliser Factory Most Welcome
The Herald
A NEW fertiliser factory opened in Norton on Saturday, capable of supplying around 15 percent of the national market, and bringing in a new and extra investor into the sector as… Read more »
Nigeria: N200bn Intervention Fund - FG Begins Disbursement to Msmes, Manufacturers
Vanguard
The Federal Government said it will soon commence the loan disbursement process for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) and manufacturing sectors under the Presidential N200… Read more »
April 22
Nigeria: NASENI, Nasarawa, Bobtrack to Establish Tractor Manufacturing Plant in North-Central Geo-Political Zone [press release]
Premium Times
This was disclosed on Monday during the visit of Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule to NASENI for discussion on the project Read more »
April 18
Zimbabwe: Dinson Targets U.S.$4,3bn Revenue in Final Phase
The Herald
Dinson Iron and Steel Company (DISCO), a subsidiary of Chinese steel giant Tsingshan Holdings Group, is targeting net annual revenue of US$4,25 billion in the fourth and final… Read more »
April 17
Zimbabwe: Natfoods Seeks to Empower Rural Youths
The Herald
Zimbabwe's largest food manufacturer, National Foods (NatFoods), has invested US$30 000 into an egg layer project through its stockfeeds division, as part of efforts to empower… Read more »
April 16
Zimbabwe: Stable Currency Crucial for Manufacturing Sector Growth
The Herald
In the complex web of economic progress, the manufacturing sector is fundamental, serving as a pivotal force that converts raw materials into products essential for driving… Read more »
April 15
Africa: Africa CDC's Statement On Moderna's Plan to Reassess Commitment to African Vaccine Manufacturing [press release]
Africa CDC
Africa CDC notes with disappointment that Moderna has put its plans to establish vaccine manufacturing in Kenya on hold. While we acknowledge that the need and demand for COVID-19… Read more »
April 14
Africa: Building Sustainable Vaccine Manufacturing in Africa - Africa CDC At the World Vaccine Congress, Usa [press release]
Africa CDC
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) participated in the World Vaccine Congress in USA, demonstrating its leadership role in Africa's vaccine… Read more »
Nigeria: Harsh Operating Environment - Nigerian Breweries to Close 2 Production Plants
Leadership
Nigerian Breweries Plc has indicated plans for a company-wide reorganisation which include the temporary suspension of operations in two of its nine breweries. Read more »