When people think about computers, they often immediately think of Apple, Dell, HP or Lenovo. But South Africa has its own history of computer assembly and technology manufacturing — the Mecer story shows local companies can participate in technology manufacturing even when the underlying components are sourced internationally.
Source: Wikipedia
Frequently Asked Questions
Who founded the company behind Mecer?
David Kan, who established Mustek in South Africa in 1987.
How big was Mecer's market share?
By 2005, Mecer was reported to be the leading personal-computer brand in South Africa, accounting for about 25% of computers sold in the country.
Does Mecer manufacture every component itself?
No — like most PC brands, it imports underlying components but handles assembly and distribution locally.