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South Africa’s retail sector is entering a decisive growth phase, with projections of 15% growth in 2025 alone, according to...
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Rialto, a division of the Libstar Group, has integrated 55 General Mills products into its portfolio, representing one of the...
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As South Africa’s e-commerce sector continues to mature, expectations around delivery speed, visibility and affordability are intensifying. With online retail...
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On paper, South Africa’s baby fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market should be struggling: birth rates are declining, household incomes are...
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The City of Cape Town marked the official opening of the Bo-Kaap Market on 14 and 15 February 2026. While...
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Jake Axelrod, founder and creative director of METALAB, didn’t set out to build a traditional supplement company. “I never felt...
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As South Africa’s warehousing and logistics sector accelerates digitisation to improve efficiency, a growing blind spot is emerging: Many digital...
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Cogence, a South African global discretionary fund manager, has expanded access to global private-market opportunities for retail investors. Cogence has...
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In an economy where small business owners are under increasing pressure and traditional routes to entrepreneurship feel increasingly out of...
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Amazon has launched Amazon Lens in South Africa, bringing its visual shopping tool to more customers seeking a faster, easier...
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An estimated 10 million tonnes of food are wasted annually in South Africa, while food security is a challenge yet...
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New analytics from Lightstone Retail show that Black Friday in South Africa has firmly shifted from a one-day retail rush...
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The latest Business Confidence Index results are a crucial positive signal for the retail and small-to-medium enterprise (SME) sectors, which...
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What does success mean in the South African software industry in 2025? For some, it’s about scaling fast, diversifying portfolios...
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Every generation inherits a different kind of economy. For my generation in South Africa, we're witnessing something remarkable: the birth...
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South Africans are not just scrolling for fun anymore. Now, before signing a new cellphone contract or upgrading a device,...
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Joekels Tea Packers has been awarded Shoprite Supplier of the Year 2025 in the Groceries category: a recognition that underscores...
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Every year, the festive season and discounted deals expose the same uncomfortable truth about digital commerce in South Africa: As...
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In hospitality and retail, peak seasons are a true test of speed, efficiency and consistency. Restaurants, hotels, cafés and busy...
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How Sony’s leadership in the Middle East and Africa is empowering African creators, deepening its regional presence and amplifying the...
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The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in South Africa, in partnership with the City of Johannesburg and Wakanda Food Accelerator,...
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In 2024, the Bureau of Market Research found that November 2024 contributed more than R88 billion in economic value to...
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In hospitality and retail, the pace can be relentless at times – but during peak seasons, such as the upcoming...
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In South Africa’s fast-evolving retail landscape, Black Friday is no longer just a date – it’s a live storytelling moment....
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11 November marked an exciting new chapter for M-Kem 24 Hour Pharmacy, as the familiar signage was updated to UniCare...
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In the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry, agility is everything. Markets move quickly, consumer expectations evolve daily, and global strategies...
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Let’s be honest: When we think 'cleaning', our minds jump straight to the products – the disinfectants, the degreasers, the...
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Jet is a modern and accessible clothing brand for every customer: a store that boasts some of the most trendy...
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While conditions for South African consumers are not ideal, with the Reserve Bank keeping the repo rate unchanged amidst global...
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Operators of forecourt retail operations are entering an exciting new era of efficiency as Vector Express officially launches in South...
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Franchising delivers high growth and attracts ample funding, but worldwide – and especially in Africa – women are under-represented in...
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A new campaign in South Africa’s food industry is empowering consumers to make more ethical food choices while encouraging businesses...
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COVID-19 made everyone far more aware of germs and hygiene, and while masks and sanitisers are no longer in high...
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“Resale is a way of generating business without needing to continually create new materials and extract resources from the planet.”...
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Curious Candle Co is on a mission to make a positive impact on our environment, and it invites you to...
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The South African alcohol industry is a vibrant sector that plays a crucial role in the country’s economy while actively...
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Get ready for bags of fresh and fun-filled experiences at the 2025 Good Life Show from 30 May to 1...
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Retailers and e-commerce platforms are no longer just selling products – they’re selling access to audiences that are primed to...
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Amazon South Africa has launched its Amazon Seller Success Centre, a new initiative for Amazon. The walk-in seller hub aims...
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While many retailers and hospitality establishments have perfected visual appeal and mastered the art of incredible service, there's one invisible...
