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. Hence, quality control is essential for manufacturers in the food industry. For food manufacturers, every product that reaches a consumer’s table carries an implicit promise […]
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 has several uses across other industries. While African countries – such as Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire, and Ghana – have a history of palm oil production, […]
DRC Cobalt Export Halt Triggers Essential Questions
The Democratic Republic of Congo dominates global cobalt export and accounts for 70% of global cobalt reserves. This means that the country plays a crucial role in controlling prices and meeting the growing needs of the battery industry. Last month, the Committee of the Regulatory and Control Management Authority for the Strategic Mineral Market in […]
Introduction to Texapon: The sustainable option in liquid soaps
Forget what you know about Africa! This article dives into the booming market potential of Texapon in Nigeria, a symbol of a continent on the rise. 🇳🇬 From household cleaning to life-saving medications, Texapon is fueling innovation and opportunity. Discover how local manufacturers are harnessing its power to build a brighter future. Read now and see why Africa is the next big market to watch!
Building Resilient Value Chains for African Cassava
For many farming communities in Africa, Cassava is a way of life. 5 out of the world’s top 10 producers of fresh cassava are in Africa. However, even though African Cassava is consumed far and wide, no African country is included in the top 5 countries with the most share in cassava export value. This shows […]
The SME guide to Smart sourcing: Skincare Ingredients
Innovative SMEs rely on Matta’s b2b digital marketplace for smart sourcing. You, too, can procure chemicals, raw materials, ingredients, and commodities from 200+ suppliers worldwide from your mobile device. Matta provides other solutions, including logistics, cross-border payments, and trade finance. The SME guide to smart sourcing is a series which aims to educate SMEs and […]
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 […]
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- […]
Top 5 Manufacturing Trends to Look Out for in 2025
Exploring the latest advancements in manufacturing and .how they will impact the ecosystem in 2025 and beyond
All you need to know about Sodium Bicarbonate
Ever wondered what the secret ingredient is behind the rise of fluffy pastries and the fizz in carbonated drinks? Look no further. It is sodium bicarbonate. Sodium bicarbonate, often known as baking soda, is a chemical compound with many applications, from food preparation to industrial processes like food, healthcare, agriculture, and oil and gas. Its […]