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

Tanzania Distilleries : Spirit of the Nation

Timea Chogo provides a first-hand account of Tanzania Distilleries, and the impact the company has had on the development of the country.

Sunseed Group : Complete Cooking Oils

A producer of premium edible oils, Sunseed Group is serving up something special to become a leading manufacturer in Malawi.

Saldanha Bay Industrial Development Zone (SBIDZ) : Zone of Opportunity

The vision of the Saldanha Bay Industrial Development Zone (SBIDZ) is to be Africa’s premier maritime, energy, logistics and engineering freeport, as outlined by CEO, Kaashifah Beukes.

MTN Congo : Connectivity for Congo

We discuss the future of the telecoms industry and bridging the digital divide with Ayham Moussa, CEO of MTN Congo.

Lesotho Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) : Spotlight

In line with its socio-economic development, Lesotho is catalysing a conducive business environment. We discover more about industry in the country.

Kenya Flower Council : Spotlight

A major industrial force, Kenya feeds the world’s supply of fresh flowers. We delve into the auspicious growth of this vibrant sector.

Kenya Bankers Association : Spotlight

We speak with Habil Olaka, CEO of the Kenya Bankers Association as the pioneering association to champion an innovative and inclusive banking sector in Kenya

Enaex Africa : Humanising Mining

Enaex Africa stands as a South African company and subsidiary of the global explosives supplier, Enaex group. CEO Francisco Baudrand lifts the lid on a unique company culture and a tele-operated future.

East African Manufacturers Association : Spotlight

Unpacking manufacturing as a staple for economic prosperity and stability across the entire East African Community (EAC).

Chambre des Mines du Burkina (CMB) : Spotlight

We take a deep dive into the untapped potential of Burkina Faso’s mining sector and the critical need for the formalisation of artisanal mining.

Blueline : Fibre Optic Across the Water

We speak to executive members at Blueline, and discuss the company’s significant fibre optic cable project to facilitate internet connection.

OLA Energy : Keeping the Continent Moving

Driving an LPG-fuelled future for Africa, OLA Energy is Africa’s leading energy retailer transforming mobility through its pan-continental network. Chief Operating Officer Maurizio Libutti describes a company on the go.

Zambia Chamber of Mines (ZCM) : Spotlight

As Africa’s second largest producer of copper, mining is a staple of the Zambian economy. We examine an industry on the cusp of prosperity in the face of worldwide copper demand.

Uganda Cancer Institute : Comprehensive Care

Under the three central pillars of care, research and training, the Uganda Cancer Institute is dedicated to advancing cancer treatment. Executive Director, Dr Jackson Orem, discusses serving the nation’s oncological needs.

Tongaat Hulett : Striving for a Sweeter Tomorrow

Tongaat Hulett delivers the sweet taste of sustainability with responsible sugar production and community centred initiatives across Southern Africa.