How can import substitution drive Africa's growth?

Navigating volatility and transformation in Africa's manufacturing sector

Listen to Debbie Murphy, Executive at Client Coverage, Standard Bank CIB, together with Brydone Graham,Debt Financing Solutions expert at Standard Bank CIB and Glenn Fullerton, CFO of Nampak, for an insightful discussion on Nampak’s recovery and strategic transformation. This episode delves into the company’s ambitious expansion across Africa in the 2010s and the unforeseen challenges that emerged. It offers valuable lessons on resilience, adaptability, and the strategic thinking required to steer a company through turbulent times to a positive outcome.

How can import substitution drive Africa's growth?

In this episode of the Blue Space, Joanne Joseph, Ann Mugweru, Executive: Diversified Industries at Stanbic Bank Kenya, and Stephan Grabowski, CEO of Kenpoly Manufacturers explore how import substitution can keep value in Africa by promoting local manufacturing.

Outlook on the consumer sector in South Africa

2024 presented many challenges for dealmakers in South Africa, as the country faced the impact of the national elections, muted economic growth, high interest rates and foreign exchange concerns. To discuss the evolving landscape of the consumer sector, Karen Van Der Westhuizen, Head of Consumer Sector for South Africa at Standard Bank is joined by Michael Dempster, Head of Consumer Mergers & Acquisitions at Standard Bank; and Zanelle Scheepers from the M&A team at Pepkor.

Why the success of the East African Corridor is significant for the continent’s growth

East Africa has grown into a thriving economic community built on the seamless cross-border movement of goods, people, even payments. Kiprono Kittony, Chairman of the Nairobi Securities Exchange, and Patrick Mweheire, Standard Bank’s Regional Chief Executive for East Africa, unpack the innovations that made this possible.

A look at factors shaping the energy sector in Africa

Listen to the latest episode of our sector-focused podcast series, where Rentia Van Tonder, Head: Power; Vincenzia Leitich, Executive: Energy and Infrastructure; and Pieter Joubert, President and Chief Investment Officer, CrossBoundary share insights on the current and future state of the energy sector in Africa.