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

Uganda Manufacturers Association : Spotlight

The manufacturing sector in Uganda might have challenges, but there are many public and private stakeholders intent on helping develop it.

Virunga Power : Rural Electrification at Utility Scale

Virunga Power Founder and CEO Brian Kelly talks to us about designing for scale and innovation in the African energy sector.

ZZ2 : Growing for the Future

The farming roots of zz2 date back to the 19th century, the van Zyl family continuing to honour its legacy while looking ahead to the future.

Uber Africa : Living Smart

When it comes to leveraging technology to provide innovative solutions in people’s lives, global giant Uber is second to none.

T3 Projects : Remaining Resolute

Despite the disruption caused by the pandemic, T3 Projects continues to deliver turnkey mining and construction projects safely and on time.

Solomons – St Helena : Big Business, Small Island

Solomons - St Helena is a vibrant, diverse company of 24 business units, running for 230 years on one of the world’s remotest islands.

South Africa’s Solar Photovoltaic Industry : Full Steam to Solar

With 2,500 hours of sunlight a year, South Africa's Solar Photovoltaic Industry offers the potential to overcome the current energy crisis.

Pindulo VDM : Responding to a Crisis

South Africa’s Pindulo VDM has realigned its business with a greater focus on safety, sustainability and diversification.

Musika Development Initiatives : Agriculture for All

Musika is committed to helping Zambia’s smallholders access vital agricultural technologies, financing and training initiatives.

Ithala SOC Limited : Building Financial Freedom

By providing financial and banking services to those who need it, Ithala SOC Limited is playing its part in the development of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.

Habibo Group : Producing for Madagascar

Habibo Group is determined to supply Madagascar and beyond with quality FMCG products at a fair price to reduce reliance on imported goods.

Grand Cereals : Feeding West Africa

Nigeria’s Grand Cereals provides nutrient-rich products to help meet West Africa’s growing need for healthy, affordable and accessible food.

Darling Brew : Brewing a Better Future

Darling Brew aims to preserve the environment, bring communities together, and generate health-related awareness.

Basil Read Mining : Digging Deep

Basil Read Mining aims to provide value and support to clients, suppliers and the communities surrounding its mining sites.

Allterrain Services Group (ATS) : Anyway, Anyhow, Anywhere

Allterrain Services Group (ATS) provides specialist facility and hospitality services to the continent’s remotest corners.