Technical footwear company, Olympic International, has reported 25% year on year growth, despite tough economic conditions. 11 Oct 2018
If shopping is one of the world's greatest leisure activities, why are we seeing so much frustration in the aisles? It is because shopping to put food on the table and stock up on razor blades is functional, so marketers have to work harder to ensure shoppers bond with your brand and that buying is a pleasure from start to finish. 11 Oct 2018
European retail giant Carrefour has joined other participants involved in building the IBM Food Trust blockchain network, adopting the technology to improve the traceability of food products with plans to expand to all Carrefour brands by 2022. 11 Oct 2018
Checkers recently commissioned four upcoming South African artists to create unique artworks which would adorn the wine labels of the newest additions to the retailer's exclusive Odd Bins range. 10 Oct 2018
South African consumers are blessed with a choice of high quality locally produced olive oils. In recent years the growing number of awards won at major international olive oil competitions - even when pitted against countries like Italy and Spain - attest to the fact that the quality of SA olive oils can hold their own with the best of the world. 10 Oct 2018
FNB is hosting the 7th Franchise Leadership Summit at Montecasino on Tuesday, 13 November 2018. Themed 'Equipping you to future proof your franchise', the summit encourages discussion amongst high calibre franchisors and industry stakeholders. 10 Oct 2018
South African online florist Petal&Post is planning expansion across the country after its offering met with significant success in Cape Town and Durbanville. 10 Oct 2018
Summer is a smell that rises softly from silvery sand and clings to skin damp with salt spray. It's the clatter of shutters before dawn to let in the blossom-fragrant morning air, and the petals of peonies scattered around a vase on the breakfast table. It's the graze of a fluttery sleeve along a sun-kissed arm and sandals twined around fingertips as you make a mad dash for the shore. Summer is romance, freedom, adventure and bliss. 9 Oct 2018
Woolworths' storefront. Image supplied.
Woolworths has announced that it is launching a new in-store reusable bag trial. 9 Oct 2018
PayPal and Ipsos expect that South Africans will spend over R50bn on online shopping this year. E-commerce is growing rapidly and many will increase their online spend to get better deals, for its convenience and savings on shipping. 9 Oct 2018
Sylvie Hurford, Carla Norman and Michele Lagesse of Woolworths, with Greg Bailey of Tiso Blackstar. Image provided.
The 2018 Sunday Times/Sowetan Shopper Survey, conducted by Kantar TNS South Africa, has announced South Africa's favourite retailers. 8 Oct 2018
This season's Poetry homeware, décor and lifestyle range will launch in store and online from October onwards. As the first whispers of a languid summer unfurl, the stage is set for a season of vibrant femininity and boundless celebrations. 8 Oct 2018
The retail industry has undergone a massive transformation with the advent of technology. Beyond the rapid rise of online shopping, retailers are spying innovative ways to hang on to traditional shoppers while diversifying both their channels and their wares. 8 Oct 2018
Hisense, the Chinese multinational appliance and electronics manufacturer, recent strengthened its presence in the South African market by introducing a new range of household appliances. 5 Oct 2018
Heineken South Africa has announced two new appointments to its management team, the first being managing director Gerrit van Loo. The company has also expanded the team with Mandisi Feni taking the reins as HR director. This follows the recent appointment of Carmen Mohapi as the company's marketing director. 5 Oct 2018
The new Old Khaki spring/summer range will be available in stores and online in October. This year it's all about that chilled-out, hanging-by-the-beach, vintage LA vibe. Expect a fresh new take on urban-adapted wardrobe staples that can take you from rooftop drinks to a sun-drenched beach mission, or a road trip in a rip-roaring retro car without missing a beat. 5 Oct 2018
In #FreshOnTheShelf, we round up some of our favourite food and beverage products that have hit the shelves recently. 5 Oct 2018
The ongoing 'natural product' trend will be a prominent influencer in the emollient market and is expected to create lucrative avenues during 2018 and 2027, according to a new study by Fact.MR. 5 Oct 2018
The Shopper Insights briefing, set to take place in Johannesburg on 7 November 2018, will unpack the key shopper trends that brands should tap into to get ahead in the retail space. 5 Oct 2018
William Grant & Sons has invested $17 million into the expansion of the Hendrick's Gin distillery in Scotland. Dubbed The Hendrick's Gin Palace, the new site has doubled its capacity in response to the booming demand for gin worldwide. 4 Oct 2018
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