Describes how widely e-Commerce is used, the primary sectors that sell through e-commerce, and how much product/service in each sector is sold through e-commerce versus brick-and-mortar retail. Includes what a company needs to know to take advantage of e-commerce in the local market and, reputable, prominent B2B websites.
Last Published: 11/15/2018
E-commerce is not a viable means of engaging directly in AfDB Group funded projects. Whether it is Project Procurement, Corporate Procurement, or Private Sector activities, opportunities generally call for the execution of a full-scale project requiring a high degree of collaboration among stakeholders and on-the-ground in-country capabilities and commitment. The AfDB’s business culture encourages a local presence. Operating at “an arm’s length” on projects/opportunities will yield few results.

E-commerce suppliers may find opportunity marketing vital components to contractors with a history of conducting AfDB funded projects. Identifying these contractors may be challenging. One can consult prior AfDB Group Projects/Operations to identify successful primary contractors. Privacy rules prohibit disclosure of information on bidders on active competitions.
 

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