Corporate Stories

Africa Outlook’s corporate stories highlight the innovation, history, goals, and mission of the companies featured. We provide a deep dive into the world of business and industry, showcasing the people and ideas that are driving progress and shaping the future.

Latest Corporate Stories

Earth Day 2023 : Waving the Green Flag

Leading with the theme of 'Invest in Our Planet’, we look at how Earth Day 2023 brings together companies of all sizes to highlight the importance of sustainability. 

Time Projects : It’s About Time

Time Projects has been developing Botswana for the last 37 years, becoming a household name in property development. We discuss this vastly transformative journey with Managing Director, Brett Marlin.

Sian Flowers : Inside an Industry in Bloom

From a budding family flower farm to the leading producer of floriculture in Kenya, Executive Director, Chris Kulei, walks us through the operations of Sian Flowers.

Storm Mountain Diamonds : Pinks Amid the Peaks

Owned and operated by Storm Mountain Diamonds, the Kao mine is renowned for the production of rare, precious pink diamonds. Mohale Ralikariki, CEO, highlights the exceptional prospects of the deposit.

Magalies Water : Expansion in the Face of Challenge 

A medium-sized water board with maximum impact, Sandile Psychology Mkhize, CEO of Magalies Water, explores the state-owned enterprise’s ambitious expansion plans.

Sandton Plant Hire : Plant Hire Prowess

Reliable heavy duty plant equipment is supplied in South Africa by Sandton Plant Hire. Petrus Roets, Director, tells us about the company’s diverse services and reputation for excellence.

Cervejas de Moçambique : Ingrained in the Nation

Beer is at the heart of Mozambique. Leading the beverage market across the country, Cervejas de Moçambique seeks to build its business alongside the nation’s communities and smallholder farmers. We speak to Country Director, Sandro Assis to learn more.

Rhino Africa Mining Group : The Be(a)st of African Mining

We speak to Managing Director, Klaus Fischer, about Rhino Africa Mining Group’s trio of companies delivering quality contract and supply services to clients in Southern Africa.

Nacala Logistics : Laying the Tracks of the Cargo Corridor

Abhay Mishra, CEO of Nacala Logistics, introduces the logistical mega-enterprise connecting almost 1,000 kilometres of railway across Southern Africa.

Mopani Copper : Revitalising the Red Metal 

As Zambia seeks to increase domestic copper production, we look at what fresh funding and infrastructure investments mean for Mopani Copper Mines Plc and the nation.

Crown Food Group : Food that Reigns Supreme

A jewel in the South African food industry, we unearth Crown Food Group’s superior products and solutions, impressive recent growth and heavy sponsorship involvement.

Number Two Piggeries : The Pigger the Better

A burgeoning titan of the pork and dairy industry, Number Two Piggeries has become a leading producer across South Africa and Namibia. We learn more from Theo Feuth, Deputy Chief Executive Officer.

Mineral Commodities : Green with Graphite

We discuss the responsible and sustainable transformation of mining with Jacob Deysel, Managing Director and CEO of Mineral Commodities.

M24 Logistics : The Partner of Choice

Carried on a tide of continual evolution, M24 Logistics is the go-to partner for accessible and affordable e-commerce solutions. General Manager, Rita Swart, unpacks the company’s growth and customer-centric outlook.

HCI Coal : Cleaning Up Coal

HCI Coal is the responsible mining company pursuing growth and diversification across South Africa. We dig deep into operations behind the Palesa mine with co-CEO, Pieter Terblanche.