With our current headquarters in Accra, Ghana, Kumesh Enterprise (now Kumesh Ghana Limited) was established in 1975 in Kumasi, Ashanti Region, a general trading company with several retail outlets and warehousing facilities. Eventually the Headquarters was relocated to the capital city, Accra, Knutsford Avenue, with one retail outlet/office and warehousing facilities catering for its operations countrywide and maintaining all outlets and warehouses in Kumasi.    A few years later a Textile Factory was acquired and converted to a warehousing facility, which would later become the current headquarters. A decade after our establishment the Construction of a New head quarters began In North Industrial Area, Accra. In this same year we diversified by adding the sales of Electronic items to our portfolio.       We continued trading in sundries, commodities and gradually strengthened the line up of consumer electronics as well as establishing a service centre for maintenance and repairs of electronics.    In 1996 we officially became authorized agents to handle sales and service of Panasonic Consumer Electronics, Home Appliances, Telecommunications and Office Automation products.    A Panasonic showroom was inaugurated at the headquarters of the company and other outlets followed thereafter.    Over the years other premium quality brands of Home & Kitchen Appliances, Computer Peripherals and other Electronic related products were added to our portfolio. Today, in our continuous expansion strategy, we remain dedicated to maintaining the quality of the products and services we sell in such a growing and competitive market.

BCM Group, as "Bayswater Contracting", started as a family firm in Australia in the early 1950s in the civil and mining construction business. Under the same family ownership, BCM Group expanded into Ghana in 1990, and thereafter further into Mali, Tanzania, Guinea and Niger. By 2000, BCM had established itself as one of the leading mining and civil contractors in Sub-Saharan Africa, an area containing significant mineral wealth. In 2004 BCM became the first Western Style mining contractor in Central Asia and now operates in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. Central Asia also offers unique challenges to develop that areas emerging mineral wealth. The operational subsidiaries within the BCM Group are  BCM Ghana Limited  BCM International Limited BCM Mali S.A.,  BCM Guinea S.A.,  BCM Holdings S.A. BCM Tanzania Ltd. BKM Texnik ServisBCM has operated in Africa for over 18 years. It is one of the most experienced and established mining contractors servicing the West African mining industry. The experience gained in Ghana over the past twelve years by BCM in dealing with local cultural and business practices, workforce management, local business relationships, tax and corporate compliance matters, banking relationships, and the myriad of other logistical issues, is without doubt one of the cornerstones of the company's success. This experience is one of the key requirements to facilitate competent operation in Central Asia and African countries, and cannot be accumulated in a short time period. This experience is not represented in the balance sheet of the business, however the value of this experience as an asset, which contributes to the operating result, should not be underestimated. BCM Group is renowned for its ability to complete projects on time and to budget. Our Vision "To Be Recognized As The Leading Innovative Professional Civil Earthmoving and Open Cut Mining Contractor" BCM strategy is to remain as one of the top contract miners/earthmovers currently operating in Sub-Saharan Africa, and to be one of the top in Central Asia. It is planned to achieve this through continued best practice and service to its existing client base, and also to new entrants to the mining scene in Africa and Central Asia. An impressive list of new projects is emerging in Central Asia which are within the usual capability of BCM. BCM plans to work closely with these new project owners to customize solutions to their mining extraction requirements. BCM maintains a mining and civil estimating department capable of working with clients to assess and cost their project requirements. Plant & Equipment The company purchases most of its plant & equipment outright, although this is augmented by hired or leased equipment from time to time. A brief summary of the major plant fleet is listed below:  26 excavators ranging from 25 tonne to 230 tonne  11 motor graders  13 wheel loaders  13 drill rigs (ATLAS COPCO - with coprod system)  13 rollers and compactors  12 dozers (two of which is are wheel dozers)  6 scrapers  6 water cart  65 dump trucks 50 to 100 tonne  50 tipper trucks  plus various other plant  This fleet is currently expanding rapidly with the new projects as awarded. The value of this fleet of plant and equipment is presently around USD 87 million dollars, plus a large inventory of parts and consumable supplies of USD 5 to 6 million. Plant and equipment maintenance is controlled through the integrated inventory/maintenance system. Workshop repairs, overhauls and other preventative and predictive maintenance are carried out at each major remote site by BCM staff in conjunction with in-country representatives of manufacturers. Logistics BCM have both a Logistical and Supply Department working together to ensure all projects through out West Africa and the CIS countries have adequate inventory of spare parts and mining consumables at all times. These departments have a wealth of knowledge concerning the appropriate suppliers, transportation companies and customs regulations that ensures the timely delivery of all equipment, parts and consumables to all on-going projects.

As one of the pioneers of wireless Internet in Zambia, Microlink firmly believes the future world of the Internet will increasingly be a 'wireless' world. Microlink is able to offer internet solutions which actually fit the requirements of the client. With our licenced frequency bands, we are not affected by interference from the proliferation of unlicenced wireless devices. The various classes and grades of service vary widely, but ultimately they are dependent on: 1. The quality of the bandwidth. Microlink offers bandwidth from CIR to dedicated to shared with the solution being tailored to the critical importance of the data flows. 2. The speed of the bandwidth. Clients can elect from a wide permutation of bandwidth options from 64kbps down/32kbpbs up to more than 1024kbps (1 Mb) down if so desired. There are certain companies or organizations where the most appropriate choice for internet access would be through a VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal). Generally a VSAT solution is virtually a necessity for those companies or organizations based in rural areas where there is no local access to an ISP's internet network. The options for a stand-alone VSAT vary widely and are dependent on the needs of the user and the size of the company. For example, a tourist lodge or a farmer with a primary need for sending and receiving e-mail would probably be best suited to considering a Ku-band VSAT (where the initial equipment costs are relatively low) and a lower tier monthly bandwidth package. By contrast, a mining company with overseas headquarters and a sizable staff may elect for a C-band VSAT and dedicated bandwidth. There are a wide variety of options in between. The Virtual Private Network (VPN) is one of the fastest growing sectors of the IT data market in Zambia. Companies with operations in one or more major Zambian towns increasingly have the need to share data or centralize certain functions. A VPN allows accounting software, for example, to be used uniformly across all branches. Inventories can be more easily analyzed with all branches connected seamlessly by a data network.  Microlink offers VPN services between and from any of these locations: Lusaka Kitwe Ndola Chingola Solwezi Livingstone Microlink's I-Zones offer services such as Web Browsing, E-mail, Printing, Scanning, and CD Burning. HotSpot tickets can also be purchased at any I-Zone location. Microlink also has various HotSpots located throughout the country. Microlink also offers a number of other services, such as: Web Hosting: We provide web-hosting services, with PHP & MySQL capability. We offer FTP services for clients to upload/make changes to their website. Domain Hosting: We can host your domain (i.e. mydomain.com) to enable you to receive e-mails at that domain, have your own website, etc. We provide e-mail aliasing and forwarding. E-mail Addresses We provide 3 free email addresses to all our clients. Addresses can be either @microlink.zm, or @ your own domain. We also have a web-based e-mail program (Microlink Traveller) which you can use to check your mail anywhere in the world.

METL is one of Tanzania's largest businesses. Initially built on trading in import and export in the 1980s, the company has embarked on a major vertical integration programme to complement its trading base through expansion into manufacturing and agriculture. The Group employs more than 5,000 people and is making a strong contribution to economic development in the country. The company has several competitive strengths, including a massive distribution system, low-cost production, excellence in management, and a forward -looking vision. The METL business philosophy is very simple: to continue to be a driving force in Tanzania's private sector, achieving a dominant presence in the company's core business sectors whilst creating sustainable industrial development and innovation that meet the needs of people of Tanzania and in other countries within the region. Trading The company continues to be a significant player in the country's trading sector, owning one of the largest trading houses in Tanzania. Core imports include commodities and foodstuffs, consumer goods and sundries, agriculture implements, and raw materials and chemicals for its various industries. Core exports are focused on agricultural produce such as sisal and cashewnuts, and more recently value-added processed agricultural goods sourced from METL's manufacturing division. Manufacturing METL launched into manufacturing in 1997. The group now owns and operates 10 different manufacturing companies and a further 3 in the pipeline. These companies are involved in the production of goods for both local consumption and export. These include a wide range of branded and non-branded products that are well-recognised and trusted by consumers across the country. Agriculture METL's agricultural division, which was created in 1998, employs more than 4,000 people and has over 35,000 Ha of agricultural farmland on 16 different estates in Tanzania, on which extensive sisal, cashewnut and tea farming is taking place. The agriculture division is currently working to expand into the production of a wide range of cash crops including cotton and cassava and trial production of these crops is already underway in order to establish their yield and commercial viability. Distribution Distribution is critical to METL's trading, manufacturing and agriculture businesses. Over the years the company has created an extensive distribution network consisting of 40 sales outlets in the city and 27 upcountry branches that have reach into every region of Tanzania. These branches act as hubs for secondary and tertiary distribution into Tanzania's hinterlands, as well as command centres for procurement of agricultural commodities at the farmgate. The Group has its own fleet of over 300 vehicles, a resource that provides essential links in the Group's value chain. The Community Whilst METL has long been supporting health, education and humanitarian causes in Tanzania, it is best known for its contribution towards the development of sports in the country, notably football. The company has sponsored Simba Football Club since 1998 and provides for all the club's needs.

Aquva Agencies Limited has been in existence for over 40 years and is involved in the import, export, wholesale & retail of engineering hardware, automotive spares, industrial equipment, industrial bearings, chains and safety equipment. PRODUCTS Jacks and Lifting Gear: Trolley & Heavy Duty (Air) Jacks, Fork Lift / Tractor & Super High Lift Jacks, High Lift Ratchet Jacks, Bottle & Scissor Jacks, Axle Stands, Transmission Jacks, Hydraulic Jacking Beams, Universal Engine supports, Folding / Industrial Cranes, Load Sling Adjusters, Hoists and Winches. Chain Blocks, Lifting Straps, Car Lifts, Bike Carriers & Stands. Lubrication: Oil drain pans, Air grease guns, High pressure grease guns, side lever grease guns, Oil suction syringes, Oil cans, Pneumatic / Emergency fuel drainers, Gravity feed oil drainers, Gravity & suction feed extractors, Fluid transfer pumps, Fluid meters, Jugs & Funnels. Garage & Workshop Equipment: Pipe Benders, Pipe Threading Set, Pipe Wrenches, Flaring Kits, Tube Cutters, Presses, Shot Blasters, Cleaning Tanks, Degreasing Solvents, Parts Cleaning Brushes, Creepers, Battery Chargers. Recovery and Towing Equipment: Mobile Power Systems, Booster Cables, Power Winches, Tow Ropes, Tow Poles, Hand Power Pullers, Tie Downs, Trailer Boards, Magnetic Signs, Tow Plugs & Sockets, Lighting Sets, Reflex Reflectors, Steps, Mudguards, Rotating Amber Beacons. Heating, Lighting and Power Accessories: Electric Heaters, Paraffin Heater, Propane Space Heaters, Flood Lights, Lantern and Flash Lights, Rechargeable Lamps, Inspection Lamps, PIR Sensors, Cable Reels, Power Generators, Extension Cables, Transformers, Industrial Sockets. Vehicles Service Tools: Engine Setting & Locking Tools, Compression Gauges, Engine System analyzers, Plug & Engine tools, Oil Service / Brake Service Tools, Brake & Brake Hose Tools, Cooling System Analyzers, Thread & Bearing Tools, Steering & Exhaust Tools, Suspension Tools, Tyre Inflators, Tyre Gauges, Tyre & Alignment Workshop Tools, Specialized Socketry, TRX - Star & Sets, Clutch & Carb Tools, Electrical Test Probes, Timing Lights, Battery Testers, Hydraulic Pullers, Slide Hammers, Mechanical Pullers, Gear & Bolt Pullers, Beam Setter, Trim Tools, Wind Screen Tools. Hand Tools: Ratchet Wrenches, Fixed / Ring / Box Spanners, Nut Torque & T-Bar Wrenches, Socket Sets, Impact Sockets, Extension Bars, TRX STAR / SPLINE / HEX Key Sets, Bits, Screw Drivers, Pliers, Inspection / Engineers Tools, Pick up Tools, Hammers, Punches, Combination Spanners, Specialized / Adjustable Wrenches, Hand Riveters, Sheet Tools, Sealant Guns, Body-Shop / Metal Working Tools, File & Stand Extractors, Chisels, Wire Brushes, Tap & Die Sets, Micrometers, Calipers, Measuring Tapes, Rules, Crow Bars, Crimping Tools, Wire Strippers, Cable Ties, Soldering tools, Multi Meters, Engravers, Staplers, Glue Guns. Storage and Benches: Racking systems, Tool Boxes & Cases, Work Benches, Wall Panels, Parts Storage, Wall Systems & Storage, Tool Hooks, Folding Work Benches & Work Bench Table Clamps. Machine Shops: Power Band and Hacksaws, Cut-off Saws, Pillar Drills, Milling Machines, Metal Cutting, Shears, Engineering Vices, Bench Grinders, Buffers. Wood Working Tools: Scotch Eye Augur Bits, Chisels, Hole Saws, Augur Bit Sets, Hand Drills, Band saws, Disc Sanders, Mortising Chisels, Table Saws, Scroll Saws, Dust & Chip Extractors, Wood Lathes, Lathe Accessories, Mitre / Compound Mitre Saws, Sash Clamps, G-clamps, Wood Working Bench Vices, Contour