How to become a Matta agent and Make up to 700,000 Naira weekly (Part 3)
What industries Can Matta Agents focus on? Your profession, industry, or hobby could make you the perfect agent. Here are some practical examples across various sectors. Agrocommodities Minerals & Mining Liquid Commodities Chemicals & Raw Materials Logistics These are a few examples of how Matta’s agent network. The possibilities are limitless for Matta agents, and […]
How to become a Matta agent and make up to #700,000 weekly (Part 2)
What to know before you become an agent on Matta To make the most of Matta’s agent network, you must understand why Matta exists. Behind Matta’s platform is an ecosystem designed to empower individuals and businesses at every stage. Here’s how: Procurement & Supply Chain solutions Sourcing quality raw materials, whether cocoa, lithium, or chemicals, […]
How to become a Matta agent and make up to #700,000 weekly (Part 1)
This guide is the first in a three-part series designed to give you a clear understanding of the Matta agent experience, empowering you to confidently take the next step. Turn Your Network into a Passive Revenue Stream with Matta What comes to mind when you hear the words ‘agent network’. Many think of traditional marketers […]
Best Practices in Vendor Risk Management for Manufacturers
Manufacturers depend on a diverse network of external partners to keep production running efficiently. From raw material suppliers to logistics, finance, and technology providers. Yet, as this reliance grows, so do the associated risks. Hence, there is a need for vendor risk management. As a manufacturer, it is essential to constantly prioritise the quality, cost, […]
5 steps to ensure your procurement process is ‘loss-proof’
According to KPMG, 77% of procurement managers agree that the risk of supply chain disruptions is a critical external factor. If you can relate to that previous sentence, this short article was written for you. If not, I hope you can pass it on to someone who does. Procurement is a high-stakes game, one that […]
The US-China Trade War: What does this mean for Africa?
It’s 2025, and the US-China trade war, a conflict with a rich historical backdrop, has again dominated headlines. In recent years, this age-old trade war between two of the world’s largest economies has reshaped the global economic landscape. To many, it is a vivid example of protectionist policies in action. Last month, China was hit […]
How Africa Can Replicate South Korea’s Rapid Economic Growth
5 Lessons from the “Miracle of the Han River” After the Korean War in 1953, south Korea was devasted, poor, and reliant on foreign aid. However, in one of the most remarkable cases of rapid economic growth in recent decades, South Korea- a country that was poorer than Kenya, Niger, and Pakistan in the 1950s- […]
Key Strategies for Procuring Quality Cocoa in West Africa
West Africa is crucial in the global cocoa value chain, making it a hotspot for procuring quality cocoa. With 3.9 million tonnes of production in 2022, the region is home to the largest cocoa-producing countries worldwide. According to the Center for International Forestry Research and World Agroforestry, 70% of the world’s cocoa is produced in Côte […]
The future of African Trade: Why going digital is key
With technological advancements in recent decades, digital trade has emerged as a dynamic force in the global economy. These advancements have significantly streamlined international trade, ushering in the emergence of online platforms for trade, opening up opportunities for businesses and customers alike. While Africa faces unique challenges in accessing global markets, digital technologies offer unprecedented […]
2025 World Economic Forum: Key Insights on the Global Economy
Sustainable economies are built on labour, capital, and innovation. However, more than these things, international cooperation is crucial to economic growth. Strategies must be developed to ensure consistent global trade growth with ‘increased global disorders’ reaching an all-time high in decades. This is what the World Economic Forum- an independent international organisation headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland- […]