global Trade
Creating markets for “Made in Africa” industrialiSation
Creating markets for “Made in Africa” industrialisation
meet Our expert lead
ROSIE WIGMORE
what we do
Delivering innovative strategies for Africa's industrial future
Policy and strategy support to increase African exports and manufacturing
Helping you get the most out of a dynamic China market
Ensuring Africa's top brands succeed in the right China market
Cutting-edge China market research and guidance
Bespoke and dynamic China social media presence
Telling your brand's story to an audience of 1.4 billion buyers
How we can help you
Sound Strategic Advice
At Development Reimagined, we don’t merely know the complexities of global development and emerging markets – we’ve studied, experienced, researched, strategized, and shaped key public policies on these issues Whether you’re aiming to get more out of your company’s relationship with China, identify and mitigate geopolitical risks, or design and assess an aid project or investment, we have the experience to help you develop deep, data-driven, and truly sustainable strategic plans. As an independent, African-led consultancy with industry-leading expertise on African economies as well as China’s development, we work with private companies, government agencies, and international organizations. Our clients include United Nations agencies, key decision-makers in African and Chinese organizations, European development agencies, and Africa’s top luxury consumer brands.
Evidence-Based Analysis
Backed by data, our analyses simplifies seemingly complex topics that are often misunderstood or often presented at surface level. We dig deep to unearth fresh insights and reimagine development and the Africa-China connection. From public health and finance to private sector investment and household-level welfare, we view Africa- China through multiple lenses to enhance your project with diverse and informed research.
BROWSE Our WORK on TRADE
Expert view: AGOA Isn’t the Political Leverage Washington Thinks It Is –
On 9th June 2023, the US, with Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, the United Kingdom issued a statement that began with the sentence: “The use
Event: DR trains over 50 SMEs for China market entry with the International Trade Centre
On 18th October 2023 Development Reimagined (DR) conducted a China market entry training session as part of a series hosted by the International Trade Centre
Expert View: South Africa resumes beef exports to China – How can South Africa become a more competitive and major beef supplier to China?
At the recent BRICS summit held in South Africa, two important trade deals were agreed between the presidents of South Africa and China. Firstly, an
Infographic: Comparing Africa’s Agricultural Trade Alliances: BRICS vs. G7
The BRICS Summit has kicked off this week in South Africa, including a new announcement by President Cyril Ramphosa that South Africa will export beef
Press Release: Afreximbank and Development Reimagined Join Forces to help High-End, Sustainable African Brands enter Chinese Market
In continuation of its strategy to assist African businesses in increasing their presence in the international arena, the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and international consultants
Speech: How can China best support Industrial Value Chains and Value Addition in Africa?
Excellencies, Distinguished guests, Ladies and gentlemen, Director General Wu Peng, Your Excellency Sylla Deputy Director Zhang Jianhua Resident Coordinator Chatterjee I want to express my
Policy Brief: FOCAC 8 At 1 – What Has Changed in Africa-China Trade so far?
The 8th Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) was recently held in Dakar, Senegal, bringing together high-level officials from China and African countries to discuss cooperation
Expert View: 3 Key Trends in the Chinese Market for 2023
1. The removal of the Covid-19 policy and measures to boost consumption means more market opportunities for African business The Chinese government officially announced that
Expert View: What impact might China’s 20th National Congress have on Africa-China business and trade?
In October, the world’s attention was firmly placed on China, as the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) commenced. Not only
Expert view: What is Jing Dong (JD) and why is it relevant for African brands in China?
Who We Are? What is JD? Founded in 2004, JD is now one China’s biggest and most trusted e-commerce platforms. It was originally founded as
Expert view: Recent Trends For African Brands in China and Japan
Who We Are? Three (3) emerging consumer trends in China and Japan that are boosting demand for African products Last month, we shared our interview
Event: DR partners with Kiliselect to open an “Africa Reimagined” e-commerce store for luxury African brands
Africa Reimagined is partnering with the Kiliselect e-commerce store in China to open an “Africa Reimagined” section for high-end African brands on the e-commerce store.
Expert View: What are WeChat Stores and how are they connecting foreign brands with the Chinese market?
Who We Are? Created by Internet giant Tencent, Wechat is the most popular instant messaging software in China, with 1,200 million users around the world
Expert view: ‘Proudly from Africa’ – the project that is putting African brands centre stage of Japan’s luxury market
Who We Are? “I think of myself as a “Kuroko” – the stagehands who dress in black and support the dolls in Japanese puppet kabuki
Interview: Meet Yenae – a high-end African brand that is breaking the Chinese market
Who We Are? Despite reports on Covid-19-induced economic slowdowns in China, China’s middle-class and their purchasing power is continuing to grow at a rapid rate.
Talk to our experts today
Use our work
At Development Reimagined, we’re dedicated to transforming the global conversation on development by expanding the reach of innovative perspectives that put Africa first. Hence, we welcome and permit you to quote, link to, and/or comment on our research reports and visual analytics on your organization’s website or social media posts under the condition that you provide proper attribution including reference to Development Reimagined and a link to the source page on the DR website, for any text, charts, images, or other DR content you use.
Attribution need not be cumbersome. E.g.: The above chart is by Development Reimagined.