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ABIDJAN, Côte d’Ivoire, January 23, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ – The year 2014 marked a particular point in the adventure of the No. 1 online retailer in Côte d’Ivoire, which started in June 2013. In 2014 Jumia (https://www.jumia.ci) has striven Continue reading Jumia in 2014: 12 key figures about e-commerce in Côte d’Ivoire
The good old email marketing is seen by some as old fashioned, who consider him as Grandpa digital marketing. Devoid of the popularity of social media and getting much lower investment to sponsored links, email marketing is a wronged. The Continue reading Why email marketing is essential to your business?
E-Commerce and online transactions are booming in Mozambique due to an increase in mature online users, faster and more affordable internet and a slow but steady sophistication of a nascent developer community. LAM recently stated that online ticket sales are Continue reading How to Shop Online in Mozambique?
Ecommerce, with all its convenience, was supposed to be the death of traditional retail. That’s why hearing ecommerce leaders get excited over opening brick and mortar storefronts feels a bit like having your tech-obsessed friend talk up VHS. Designer-gown rental Continue reading Why These Ecommerce Front-Runners Are Building Brick and Mortar Stores
The digital era has brought about with it a new Zeitgeist, that of shopping online as a convenient, simple and stress free experience. No need to stand in long queues to pay or to wait so we can try on Continue reading Online fashion shopping website launched – Madichaba.com
South Africa’s retailers, financial institutions and brands are gaining pace with international competitors in adopting technologies such as near-field communication (NFC) for mobile and cashless payments. Two years ago, it was predicted that the high cost of installing point-of-sale terminals Continue reading SA Companies Adopting ‘Tap-n-Go’ Cashless Payment Systems
You’re a small retailer, and you’re nervous about Amazon.com. Well, you shouldn’t be. Sure, they’re a giant, and aggressive. Yes, people may be able to find the same products you sell for a cheaper price on Amazon. Many may not Continue reading How You, the Local Business Owner, Can Take on Amazon
Online ticketing in South Africa is a growing industry as more and more people, both young and older generations, move towards buying their tickets via the web. The use of mobile technology, using your cellphone or tablet, to purchase tickets Continue reading ONLINE TICKETING INDUSTRY TIGHTENS SECURITY CONTROLS