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South Africa holds promise for Wisconsin’s wood industry
The U.S. already is an important wood exporter to South Africa, and experts say South Africa’s own timber industry is scaling back.
April 1, 2023
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber
Electricity shortages are plaguing South Africa
Wisconsin companies with renewable and microgrid technologies may be able to help South Africa meet its power needs.
January 1, 2023
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control
South Africa plans major rail improvements
Wisconsin is an important intermodal logistics center with technical expertise that could help Africa’s transportation networks grow.
South Africa battles increasing cyberattacks
Wisconsin has a strong range of IT firms whose services might be welcomed in order to strengthen cybersecurity in South Africa.
South Africa's pet care industry expands
More South Africans are adopting pets, and that has spurred growing sales in all aspects of pet care.
January 1, 2022
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Other
Investors are pumping money into African startups
Venture capitalists have a favorable view of technology companies in Africa.
October 1, 2021
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa |
Industries:
Multiple Sectors, Other
Room for growth in Africa's consulting sector
The entire continent's consulting market makes up only 2% of the global consulting market.
April 1, 2021
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, Angola, Ghana, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, South Africa |
Industries:
Other
South Africa's agriculture sector evolves
Converging forces including climate change, recent droughts, increasing energy costs, and technological advance are driving the evolution toward innovative and sustainable practices.
Opportunities in South Africa's consulting industry
A recent corruption scandal has tarnished the reputation of two major consultancies, creating opportunities for smaller service providers.
Strong demand for pathology and diagnostics equipment in South Africa
Wisconsin exporters can help meet the demand for equipment and supplies.
July 1, 2020
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Biosciences / Medical Devices
South Africa's agriculture sector
Although the country is home to one of the most vibrant and diverse agricultural sectors in Africa, and is a net exporter, production and investment in capital assets have been declining.
April 1, 2020
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber
South Africa's plastics market
Environmentally friendly plastics are a particular area of opportunity.
January 1, 2020
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Other
South Africa's automotive market
By becoming acquainted with trends in South Africa’s automotive market, Wisconsin machinery manufacturers and component manufacturers can take advantage of market opportunities.
October 1, 2019
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Manufacturing, Other
South Africa's fast-growing e-learning market
With high demand from both private companies and education institutions, this rapid growth is expected to continue.
Africa turns its attention to additive manufacturing
Initiatives in South Africa, Morocco, Algeria, Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt and Tanzania
April 1, 2019
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Manufacturing
Defense and security opportunities in South Africa
In addition to its domestic security needs, the country plays a role in regional security.
January 1, 2019
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace, Other
South Africa's changing food and beverage market
As consumers' tastes shift and prepared meals become more popular, Wisconsin companies can capture a piece of the market.
South Africa's changing higher education market
As a world leader in the higher education sector, Wisconsin can contribute to South Africa's desire to expand the reach of higher education and implement innovative technologies.
Mining sector growth returns to southern Africa
Wisconsin exporters can benefit through the sale of mining and construction equipment, power systems and other requirements for mining operations and infrastructure needs.
January 1, 2018
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control, Manufacturing, Other
Need grows in South Africa for aircraft maintenance, repair and operations
Wisconsin companies can supply some of the parts and services that are needed as the industry grows and aging aircraft require updates.
October 1, 2017
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Aviation / Aerospace
South Africa's forest products industry is an engine for economic activity
Wisconsin companies can contribute to the need for imports to support the industry.
South Africa's mining industry looks for water treatment solutions
Wisconsin firms may be able to supply the technology that is needed to address an environmental hazard.
April 1, 2017
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Other, Water / Clean Technology
E-commerce on the rise in South Africa
Wisconsin firms involved in IT platforms and other sectors of e-commerce or retail should consider opportunities in this fast-growing market.
Air Traffic Rises in South Africa
International and domestic arrivals are up significantly in South Africa. This growth means ancillary products and services will be required. Wisconsin companies in the aviation sector are encouraged to explore these opportunities.
Manufacturing Strong in South Africa
Manufacturing production in South Africa has increased 2.9 percent in real terms year over year as of April 2016. Fast-growing sectors include electrical machinery (up 17 percent year over year), telecommunications inputs (up 10.4 percent) and inputs into petroleum and petrochemical sectors (up 8.1 percent). Motor vehicle parts and accessories rose 10.2 percent. These subsectors have all seen increased improvement since the South African currency has fallen, creating opportunities for South African exporters to take advantage of lower relative cost structures.
South African Province Presents Opportunity for Food Processing Equipment Exports
South Africa's Western Cape province serves as an example of a strong agricultural region that will benefit from food processing technology. Almost all of Africa's food processing machinery is imported, presenting a strong opportunity for Wisconsin exports in that sector. In the Western Cape, agriculture is one of the most important sectors, and involves all the various activities that link the entire value chain from the farm/forest/fishery to the consumer. This includes inputs, production, processing, marketing and distribution of agricultural, forestry and fishing products.
May 1, 2016
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, South Africa |
Industries:
Agriculture / Timber, Food and Beverage
Demand for Health Care Workers in Africa
To meet predicted demand for health care workers in sub-Saharan Africa, 90,000 doctors and 500,000 nurses must be trained within the next 10 years. Thus, the region holds a host of opportunities for Wisconsin firms in the health care sector.
April 1, 2016
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, Angola, Ghana, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa |
Industries:
Other
Shoring Up the Power Grid in Sub-Saharan Africa
Alternative energy and storage systems are being used to make various portions of Africa’s industrial supply chains more effective and resilient, as well as control energy costs and production disruptions. Predictable power supply is critical for industrial companies to meet their production targets and timelines, and alternative energy removes the risks arising from unstable grids and poor power quality. Alternative energy projects larger than 5 MW are well represented in Africa. However, midsize to large companies are not well served in the alternative energy solutions market, and this is where significant growth is possible.
March 1, 2016
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Regions:
Africa and the Middle East, Angola, Ghana, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa |
Industries:
Energy, Power and Control