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The South African electricity crisis is characterised by a significant unbalance between power demand and supply. This is partly the result of underinvestment in transmission and distribution infrastructure. This development has translated into total energy losses estimated at 8.0% in 2008. As a result, power and distribution transformers are seen ...

The aim of this research service is to present a strategic analysis of the healthcare industry in Angola, including a detailed overview of the structure of the healthcare industry, as well as healthcare funding, expenditure, regulation and the distribution and procurement of pharmaceuticals and medical devices. The healthcare industry covers a broa...

The South African heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) market is in the growth development phase. The market is immature when compared with those of its European and North American counterparts, however, it continues to grow at a steady rate. Some of the key factors contributing to the market growth are the increasing concerns about the ...

Globally, developed automotive markets are showing slow vehicle sales growth. Meanwhile, the African automotive market is less mature, with untapped opportunities. This Heat Map analysis covers the fastest-growing new vehicle markets on the African continent. It looks at market maturation, sales growth, which models and brands of vehicles are selli...

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...

Africa has the largest number of water-scarce countries than any other continent in the world, and the majority of the continent relies on rainfall and surface water for their water supply. Of the 54 countries in Africa, 39 have a coastline, making desalination a logical solution. Insufficient infrastructure is a major reason why water is a challen...

Countries with comparatively major industrial activities in Africa are South Africa, Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria, Morocco, and Kenya. There is lack of a well-developed manufacturing sector in a number of African countries. This has resulted in the presence of companies that are focused on supplying finished chemical products, rather than chemical raw m...

29 Jan 2016  |  Africa  |  Market Research

Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Market, Forecast to 2020

Preference for Generic Prescription Drugs to Create New Market Dynamics, Demand for Anti-Infectives Rises

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This study offers an insight into the pharmaceutical industry of Ethiopia, where preference for generic, prescription drugs is growing. There is information on recent reforms introduced by the government (like tax benefits for in-country production, national strategy, and plan of action for pharmaceutical manufacturing development, growth and trans...

West Africa is an energy-rich region with abundant oil, gas, and hydro resources. The lack of energy infrastructure, gas supply issues, and non-cost-reflective tariffs restrict reliable electricity supply which is very important for the growing economies. Complications in the West African gas pipeline (WAGP) and rampant gas flaring has led to great...