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Kuueza Korner-Week 37
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Posted by: Phil Igwe
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Hello Kuuezans!
We’re back with another exciting edition of Kuueza Korner! As we drive Africa’s global trade agenda forward, we’re spotlighting new opportunities, vendor resources, and Kuueza’s continuous impact across borders. Let’s dive in.
In this Issue;
- Vendor Update
- New Products Spotlight
- Market Insight
- Challenge of the Week
- Hero of Change
- Recommended Reads
- Work/Business Tip of the Week
- Investment & Financial Opportunities
- Trending Business News
- Meme of the Week
Kuueza Update – Vendor Dashboard Just Got Smarter!
Did you know that as a vendor, you can get real-time shipping updates, inventory alerts, and analytics on most-viewed products in the dashboard? Log in to see where your buyers are clicking—and optimize your listings for better conversions.
New Products Spotlight
25% off
Avocado Powder 227G
$10.61Current price is: $10.61. Original price was: $14.10.
2% off
Pepper soup spice powder [Mixed chilis] 100g
$5.90Current price is: $5.90. Original price was: $6.00.
7% off
Hand wash
$5.20Current price is: $5.20. Original price was: $5.60.
14% off
Classic kulikuli ,250g
$5.00Current price is: $5.00. Original price was: $5.80.
11% off
SEM SPICES Date powder
$4.00Current price is: $4.00. Original price was: $4.50.
20% off
SEM SPICES Granola cereal
$4.00Current price is: $4.00. Original price was: $5.00.
13% off
SEM SPICES Pineapple Flakes
$3.50Current price is: $3.50. Original price was: $4.00.
17% off
SEM SPICES Garlic & Ginger Mix Powder
$2.50Current price is: $2.50. Original price was: $3.00.
MARKET INSIGHT
Stock Market Performance
South Africa: The FTSE/JSE All Share Index rose 1.1% on April 16, marking its fifth consecutive day of gains, fueled by a rally in gold prices. Discovery Alert
Ghana: The local stock exchange experienced a bearish week, with total share volume declining by 37.73% and traded value decreasing by 73.38%. firstfinancecompany.com
Inflation & Monetary Policy
South Africa: March inflation dropped to 2.7%, the lowest since June 2020, mainly due to falling fuel prices. This may prompt the central bank to consider rate cuts. Reuters
Egypt: Inflation is projected at 20.48% for 2024/25, with the central bank initiating its first rate cut in five years. Reuters
Investment & Trade Developments
Startups: African startups raised approximately $460 million from January to April 2025, a 5% decrease compared to the same period in 2024. LinkedIn
Nigeria & South Africa: Signed a minerals cooperation pact to enhance mining sector collaboration, including joint geological mapping and data sharing.
Join our #KuuezaGlobalChallenge – Share a 30-second video of your product and how Kuueza is helping your business grow. Tag @kuueza_ and use the hashtag. Winner gets:
A vendor spotlight
Instagram ad boost
Bonus Kuueza Points!
Deadline: April 30, 2025
Heroine of Change
Divine Ndhlukula (Zimbabwe) – Founder of SECURICO
Transformed Zimbabwe’s security industry and became a continental role model for female entrepreneurs.
Recommended Reads
Track Key Metrics – Monitor expenses, sales, and customer retention using Excel, Google Sheets, or simple dashboards.
Investing, Financing, and Opportunities
- Use StartSomeGood for impact-driven crowdfunding.
- Apply for Anzisha Prize (youth-led African startups).
- Join Pitch competitions like MTN Yello Startups or SA Innovation Summit.
African Trending Business News
Ghana, Gold Fields Reach Deal
Ghana grants a temporary lease for Damang mine to Gold Fields; parliament to ratify in May. (Source: Reuters)Capitec Bank Profit Soars
South Africa’s Capitec posts 30% profit rise, driven by higher net interest income. (Source: Reuters)IMF Pushes for Debt Reform Role
IMF wants greater involvement in global debt restructuring talks. (Source: Reuters)Nigeria, South Africa Sign Mining Pact
Both countries agree to joint efforts in mineral exploration and mapping. (Source: Reuters)Africa’s Digital Economy Booms
Projected to hit $75B by 2025, with AI adding $1.2T to GDP by 2030. (Source: Guardian)
Meme of the Week
Phil Igwe
Igwe Philip is a staff of Kuueza Limited. He currently leads the Kuueza Nigerian team with expertise in business development, marketing, sales and customer service support. He loves to read, travel and attend seminars in the business and logistics sector.
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