eCommerce

BREAKING: Jumia to exit South Africa and Tunisia, focusing on core markets

Jumia's decision to exit these markets will reduce its total number of operating countries from 11 to 9, with a majority of its focus now concentrated in West and East Africa.

Wasoko and MaxAB jump hoops to complete Africa's largest tech merger

The deal could reshape B2B e-commerce by consolidating resources and expanding service offerings

SA's taxman plans clampdown on Shein and Temu

South Africa's tax authority tightens regulations on e-commerce imports, targeting low-cost platforms with new VAT and customs duties to protect local retailers

After shaking up SA, Chinese e-com brands chase Africa at large

Their success in South Africa, driven by affordability and variety, showcases the potential for growth in other parts of the continent

SA online shoppers protest imminent import tax duty regulation

Consumers are petitioning a gov't-introduced tax on eCommerce imports coming into effect on July 1, 2024.

How Kyosk's acquisition of KwikBasket will transform the African fresh produce market

Kenyan retail distributor Kyosk has acquired KwikBasket, and has expanded its digital distribution offering to cover the fresh produce market in Africa.

Klasha's new e-commerce integrations: Squarespace and Weebly

Klasha is investing heavily in building a library of e-commerce integrations and plug-ins to allow more global merchants to access African consumers seamlessly.