Welcome to Kuueza Korner, Week 70!
This week, we celebrate seventy weeks of showing up for African commerce, a journey of consistency, growth, and impact. From local artisans to global buyers, Kuueza continues to create opportunities, connect businesses, and showcase the very best of African products.
Join us as we highlight inspiring stories, share updates, and explore how our merchants are making their mark on the world. Here’s to progress, momentum, and the many successes yet to come!
Here’s what’s inside:
- Spotlight: Ghanaian SMEs
- Products Spotlight
- Global Market Pulse
- Vendors Challenge
- Trending African Business News
- Meme of the week
Spotlight: 2025 WINS!
Our Ghana intern closes the series by thanking vendors for their 2025 wins!
She urges Ghanaian SMEs to set up their vendor account TODAY and start reaching global buyers.
Products Spotlights
sweetened Zobo infusion in tea bag
Premium Nigerian Red Palm Oil (1L)- pure, fresh & unadulterated
Oven-dried catfish
Tolurose unsweetened Zobo infusion in tea bag
Food Palm Oil
Smock Fabric
Original Desichi( smock)
Shea Butter Cream
Noralt antiseptic disinfectant
Noralt germicide disinfectant
Ladies Smocks
Earthline Collection: Large Natural Handwoven Uganda Basket
Large Multicolor Black Rim Handwoven Uganda Basket
Large Black/Natural Swirl Handwoven Uganda Basket
Natural Ginger Mix Tea
Event Recap: 2025 Review & 2026 Strategic Plans
Kuueza Vendors & Partners, thank you for joining us LIVE with CEO & Co-Founder Maxwell Adew!
The holidays are over, and we’re kicking off 2026 strong with insights from our 2025 review and strategies for the year ahead.
If you missed the live session, catch the full recording here
Key Takeaways:
Highlights from 2025 vendor successes
2026 strategic plans & growth opportunities
Tips from Maxwell on scaling your business globally
Don’t miss the next opportunity to connect and learn, stay tuned for upcoming events!
Global Market Pulse — January 2026:
Global business conditions faced notable headwinds in 2025, with the World Economic Forum highlighting more challenging operating environments across sectors, influenced by shifts in trade policies, talent mobility, and climate regulations. Despite these challenges, investment in renewable energy and sustainable technologies continued to grow, signaling opportunities for forward-thinking businesses. Major global markets, including the FTSE 100, started 2026 on a strong note, buoyed by robust performance in finance, retail, and technology sectors. Innovation also remained at the forefront, with CES 2026 showcasing groundbreaking AI-driven solutions and enterprise technologies set to transform global commerce this year. Additionally, the release of the latest billionaire rankings sheds light on changing patterns of wealth and leadership, offering valuable insights into where influence and investment are concentrated worldwide. Together, these trends provide a snapshot of both the challenges and opportunities shaping the global business landscape as we enter 2026.
Vendors Challenge
Showcase how your product connects to African culture and heritage!
Why join:
Get featured in the next Kuueza Korner
Attract global buyers
Stand out as a culturally inspired brand
Trending African Business News
Kenya leads Africa with the strongest private‑sector growth in five years, as PMI data shows expanding business activity across sectors.
African fintechs are projected to evolve from seeking global investment to attracting it in 2026, driven by sustainable growth and local innovation.
Sub‑Saharan Africa maintains resilient economic growth in 2025, though job creation remains a key challenge for the region.
PZ Cussons reconsiders its exit from Africa, citing Nigeria’s economic recovery and growth prospects as key factors.
South Africa eases anti‑trust rules to help firms cope with soaring power costs, allowing joint efforts to reduce energy expenses.
Author
Philip Igwe
Igwe Philip is the Team Lead for Nigeria. Loves to develop local SMEs and impacting his communities. Passionate about writing and telling stories creatively.
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