Not immediate, but definitely significant – Africa presents long-term growth for suppliers

Suppliers are increasingly voicing a commitment to setting up a strong base in emerging markets – most notably China and India – for the long-term growth opportunities. Recently, a number of OEMs including VW and Ford expanded their presence in Africa, and Bruce Brown, US Automotive and Off-Highway Consulting Leader, Deloitte, believes this highlights Africa as another key region for supplier investment.