The challenges of servicing mom-and-pop shops – and why they still matter
Servicing mom-and-pop shops with low volume and limited space is difficult and often expensive. But traditional outlets also have a
Udaan – Organising India’s fragmented retail market
India’s retail sector is set to reach $1.1 trillion by 2020. But even with rapid growth, one traditional player remains
Twiga Foods – solving Africa’s fragmented agriculture markets with technology
With over 20 percent of Sub-Saharan Africa’s GDP coming from agriculture, and more than 60 percent of the population engaged
Kenya’s Sokowatch- redesigning the way small groceries source goods
For any consumer goods company, reaching Africa’s millions of small groceries is a daunting task. With low volume and limited
Unilever and Mastercard’s Jaza Duka – trying to solve the small shop credit dilemma
The life of a micro retailer is not always easy; high uncertainty with limited resources. Access to financial institutions remains
Africa’s retail challenges – distribution issues to consider
Servicing mom-and-pop stores or micro retailers in Africa is no easy undertaking. Whether you’re importing products or have a local
Coca-Cola’s micro distribution system in Africa – servicing small shops
The Coca-Cola Company is often lauded for its distribution in Africa. It’s easier to find a cold Coke than essential
Small business lessons I learned from Somalis
Piracy, terrorism and tears. The world view of Somalia, as a Somali friend of mine likes to joke. Hollywood’s portray
