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Africa is a rapidly growing market for products globally, and the chemicals industry is expected to significantly benefit from this growth, especially the construction chemical paints and coatings and industrial adhesives sectors. The spurt in growth is the result of rapid urbanisation, a growing middle class, and rising consumer spending. This stu...

This analysis provides insights into the 2010/11 industrial policy action plan as well as an overview of the key trends and success factors driving the changing dynamics in the global manufacturing industry. A detailed analysis on the South African manufacturing environment is provided, including a policy interaction and overlap diagram highlightin...

The South African and Kenyan adhesives industries face challenges due to fluctuations in raw materials pricing, availability, and the influx of cheap and counterfeit products. However, creating brand and product awareness presents growth opportunities. This study addresses the key drivers, restraints, and the competitive factors that will influence...

All economic and development strategies, even if pre-existing the National Development Plan (NDP), now fall under the NDP umbrella. Aligned with the NDP objectives to achieve sustainable growth and to combat unemployment, the Industrial Policy Action Plan (IPAP) envisions how to reverse industrial decline in general, but specifically in 19 sectors ...

21 Oct 2016  |  Africa  |  Market Research

Analysis of the Cement Additives Market in Nigeria and South Africa

Suppliers with Local Production are Better Placed to Serve the Needs of an Evolving Cement Industry

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The largest cement industries are now in the developing world due to new investments and capacity expansion as well as the high demand for cement. Mature markets such as Europe and the United States are at a repair and maintain stage which requires very little cement. This study looks at the current demand and forecasts future demand for grinding a...

02 Mar 2016  |  Africa  |  Market Research

Plastic Packaging Market in South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria, Forecast to 2019

Packaged Food and FMCG Industries to Capture Demand Growth

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Research Overview This Frost & Sullivan service provides an in depth analysis of the drivers, restraints, trends and forecasts in the plastic packaging market in South Africa, Kenya and Nigeria. In this research, Frost & Sullivan's expert analysts thoroughly examine the following market segments:--BEGIN PROMO-- Polyolefin (PO) Polyethylene terep...

Crop quality and quantity are influenced by biotic and abiotic factors. Abiotic factors include soil composition, salinity, acidity, temperature, drought, pollution, humidity, rain, wind, and ultraviolet radiation. Stress caused by unfavorable conditions significantly reduces harvest yields, as plants respond to such conditions by using their energ...

The South African polyethylene (PE) market is segmented by analyzing the supply and demand side dynamics. From a supply standpoint, the local PE manufacturing industry is consolidated with only two companies. Suppliers in the country largely export linear low-density polyethylene (L/LDPE) and a smaller percentage of high-density polyethylene (HDPE)...

05 Feb 2019  |  Africa  |  Market Research

South African Construction Industry, 2017–2022

Enterprises Embracing Disruptive Technologies to Find Growth Opportunities

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South Africa’s multidisciplinary construction industry accounts for a significant proportion of economic growth. This is evident in the country’s GDP as the industry is currently in a challenging cycle following the ongoing pressure on margins, decreased revenues, and struggling order books. However, the upward trend seen in certain segments of the...