A Complete Buyer’s Guide to Stearic Acid
Stearic acid, or octadecanoic acid, is a saturated fatty acid with an 18-carbon chain. It is stable and has excellent thickening and hardening capabilities. Stearic acid has found its way…
The Evolution of Industry: From 1.0 to 4.0 and beyond
Since the late 1700s, the global manufacturing industry has undergone dramatic evolution. This evolution of industry is nothing short of astounding, from the era of hand tools to today's interconnected…
5 Essential Facts Every Soda Ash Buyer Should Know
In today's competitive manufacturing landscape, sourcing high-quality chemical inputs can make or break your production process. For the soda ash buyer navigating today's complex market, this article provides five essential…
5 Lessons from le miracle Ivoirien de 1960 à 1980
Insights from the Ivorian economic miracle of 1960-1980 When Côte d'Ivoire gained independence in 1960, the new government made a strategic choice that differed from many newly independent African states.…
Unveiling the Gold Value Chain: What opportunities exist for Africa?
Gold has fascinated humans for generations, and its value has stood the test of time across civilisations. Yet, behind every gold bar, coin, or piece of jewellery lies a complex,…
Africa Can Learn from Côte d’Ivoire’s Agro-Commodities Success
Côte d'Ivoire's agro-commodities dominance on the global stage is remarkable. With an estimated population of 32.5 million people and 318,000 square kilometres of land, this West African nation dominates multiple…
Unveiling ‘Flux by Matta’: The Ultimate Logistics Management Tool
Manufacturing isn't easy, especially when your primary market is Africa, the world's fastest-growing continent. At Matta, we're simplifying African commerce one solution at a time. Matta's logistics management tool, Flux…
Quality Control in the Food Industry
A contaminated product or quality issue can quickly escalate from an isolated incident to a viral crisis, potentially causing consumer illnesses, costly product recalls, and long-term damage to brand credibility.…
Enhancing Supply Chain Visibility in Africa
As supply chain networks grow increasingly unstable, the need for efficiency has become a central topic of discussion. This is why tracking and monitoring products, information, and processes across the…
Exploring the Global Palm Oil Value Chain
What opportunities exist for Africa? The global palm oil value chain represents a significant and expanding sector within the global economy. As the world’s most traded vegetable oil, palm oil…