Shoprite Acquires Africa’s Largest Coffee Chain Vida e Caffè
South African retail giant Shoprite has acquired 100% of Vida e Caffè for $62 million, marking a strategic move to broaden its business beyond traditional supermarkets.
Author: Michael Okowa
Lagos Prime Land Becomes Second Most Expensive in Africa
A new report shows Lagos prime land costs approximately $1 million for 507 square metres, making it the second most expensive across 11 surveyed African cities.
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