How to Grow Your Independent or Small Hotel
Having an independent hotel, while not without its challenges, can be very rewarding. Having a small business means everything feels a bit more intimate – from the smaller numbers of staff, to more capability for personal attention to guests. It also means that managers and owners have more say in what goes, without the scrutiny […]
What 5G Tech and Speed Mean For Online Payments
Have you heard about 5G? The network upgrade starting to roll out around the globe has been a pretty popular topic of conversation, but what is it all about? 5G – a fifth generation mobile network – promises high speed increases to its predecessor, 3G and 4G. 5G networks have begun rolling out in select […]
VAT Regulations For Merchants In Africa
Value-Added Tax (VAT) is a tax that is levied on the sales of goods or services. How much the tax is worth is dependent upon the value of the goods or services being provided. In the case of products, the VAT is placed on a product at any point in the supply chain that value […]
False Declines – All you need to know to protect your revenue
Online payments have been on a steady rise for some time now, enabling businesses to extend their reach and grow their customer base. Having a web store and accepting payments online means merchants have more potential than ever to connect with customers around the world, increasing their revenues significantly. However, with the advent of online […]
Starting Your eCommerce Store Using Shopify? Here are a few pointers.
Shopify is a complete eCommerce solution, enabling merchants to reach customers via an online store. Shopify is a cloud-based hosted solution, which means the platform is kept up-to-date, can be accessed from anywhere in the world, and doesn’t require a merchant to have their own web servers or a third party hosting company. Plans Shopify […]
Quick Guide to Magento & Why It’s Good For Your Business
Magento is a powerful, scalable, flexible, and user-friendly eCommerce system which gives merchants the opportunity to bring their products and services to the digital world. It is open source and easily customizable, making the Magento platform a great choice for business owners who want a cost effective way to launch an eCommerce website that is […]
The State of eCommerce in Mauritius
Mauritius, an exotic island in the Indian Ocean, may not be the first place to come to your mind when thinking about ecommerce development. However, as with all African ecommerce, increasing internet penetration throughout the country means that the ecommerce industry in Mauritius is growing rapidly. According to Internet World Stats, over 62% of the […]
African eCommerce Shows Continued Growth Despite Challenges
Running an ecommerce business in Africa isn’t without its own unique set of challenges. However, regardless of these hurdles, African ecommerce is showing continued growth. What exactly are the challenges that merchants face, and what are the strong forces behind the continued ecommerce growth? The challenges African eCommerce faces Let’s take a look at the […]
How the Fintech Revolution is Changing the Face of Employment in Africa
In 2016, global investment in fintech venture companies reached $23.2 billion, up 10% from 2015. And, Africa is no stranger to the party. Today, Africa is considered a hotbed of fintech innovation and acceptance. The global fintech industry includes approximately 1,000 companies and startups, with over 300 fintech startups active in Africa alone—3 of which […]
Upselling and Cross-Selling: How, What and Why?
Ecommerce merchants are always trying to improve their sales. Learn more about upselling and cross-selling techniques, and how they can boost your revenues.