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Africa Launch Pad

Your information center for interesting topics around and about Africa

Last Updated on March 30, 2023

Does Africa Get Snow?

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Rare citings Some incidents of snow on the continent were so rare they even caught the local population off-guard. For example, in 1981, the South African city of Johannesburg recorded up to 1 meter of snow in certain areas. While in 2013, the residents of Cairo, Egypt, were surprised by an unexpected snowstorm, the first … Read more

Last Updated on March 30, 2023

How to Register a Business in South Africa

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Registering a business is a pretty straightforward process. For entrepreneurs interested in doing business the right way, this article contains a step-by-step guide on how to register a business in South Africa. Determine the business entity The first step to registering a business in South Africa is to conduct thorough research on the type of … Read more

Last Updated on March 30, 2023

How to Launch a Business in South Africa

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Starting a business in South Africa has numerous financial, social, and economic advantages. First and foremost is the joy one associates with pursuing something one believes in, the social status one gain from peers, and their contribution to the economic upliftment of the country. However, even with these advantages, the process can seem daunting to … Read more

Last Updated on March 30, 2023

Wool Production in South Africa

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However, before we delve into the South African wool industry, let’s first explore the industry as a whole. Wool is a textile fibre from sheep and other mammals such as goats, rabbits, and camelids. In recent times, technological advancement and widespread activism have also led to the creation of mineral and glass wool, similar to … Read more

Last Updated on April 7, 2023

How Do You Spell Africa? [And did you know?]

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How to Spell ‘Africa’ Correctly? Introduction Accurate spelling plays a vital role in effective communication. A misspelled word can create confusion, change meanings, and hinder clear understanding. In this article, we will focus on the correct spelling of ‘Africa’ and explore its origins, common mistakes, tips for remembering the spelling, spelling variations in different languages, … Read more

Last Updated on March 30, 2023

How to Do Business in Africa

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Define your market When defining your market, you should know that Africa is a large and heterogenous continent. Its regional boundaries aren’t necessarily determined by the lines drawn across a map. In addition, the continent has over 100 cities. At least 50 of them contain a population of over 1 million people. Consequently, you could … Read more

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