Consumer supply chains traditionally divided into "brands", the FMCG and similar companies that created products, and "retailers", that stocked those brands and reached end consumers. 16 Jan 2020
NOSA Group is pleased to announce the closing of the transaction to acquire QPRO and SAIGAS, the Assurance South African businesses of SAI Global, a provider of integrated risk management solutions and assurance services. 16 Jan 2020
Tunisian fashion brand LYOUM may forge ahead its path of international expansion with new product ranges after philanthropist Hazem Ben-Gacem invested €500,000 in the company. 16 Jan 2020
According to Statistics South Africa, retail trade sales for November 2019 increased by 2,6% year-on-year, growing the most in seven months and boosted by Black Friday promotions. 16 Jan 2020
If you're wondering if sustainable fashion really does exist in South Africa, the answer is yes but only on a small scale. 15 Jan 2020
At CES 2020 in Las Vegas, L'Oréal revealed Perso, AI-powered 3-in-1 device for personalised at-home skincare and cosmetics. Developed by the L'Oréal Technology Incubator, Perso stands just over 16cm high and creates on-demand, personalised formulas for skincare, lipstick and foundation that optimise over time - incorporating real-time skin assessment, air-quality, pollution data and trend analysis. 15 Jan 2020
Fair Cape Dairies is continuing its sustainability journey by introducing reduced carbon footprint packaging for its long-life milk. 15 Jan 2020
Market research provider Euromonitor International has released its 'Top 10 Global Consumer Trends 2020' report. The annual report identifies the most impactful trends driving consumer behavior, values and habits in the year ahead. 14 Jan 2020
Massmart, the South African unit of Walmart Inc., is looking to close its 23-store DionWired chain and its 11 Masscash wholesale outlets. The move is expected to affect approximately 1,440 employees. 14 Jan 2020
The obsolescence of the middle class never hit home before as much as it did when I read 'Choose Yourself' by James Altucher. He describes in his book how robotics and technology are set to take over most of the jobs performed by the middle class and coined the phrase 'you have been replaced'... by robots - many people just don't realise it yet. 14 Jan 2020
Woolworths Holdings Limited (WHL) has announced that Roy Bagattini will succeed Ian Moir as group CEO, effective from 17 February 2020. 14 Jan 2020
Curated, experiential and tailored experiences were at the forefront of South Africa's alcohol consumption trends in 2019. With brands driving loyalty, they've also increasingly used local nuances to connect more with their consumers in a bid to be more authentic. 13 Jan 2020
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A.T. Kearney's bi-annual Global Retail Development Index highlights the rise of African countries in the global retail context, with Ghana and Senegal securing spots in the top 10 on the index. 13 Jan 2020
Consumer goods giant P&G - the owner of brands including Gillette, Olay, Oral-B and Pampers - has shared its plans acquire Billie Inc., a growing female body care company. 13 Jan 2020
More than 14,000 South Africans have officially signed up to partake in this year's Veganuary campaign, joining 350,000 other people across more than 150 countries pledging to try veganism for the month of January. 10 Jan 2020
All eyes are on Africa as we enter a new decade and prepare to navigate the year ahead. With strong economic growth, increased affluence and a growing population that is forecast to double by 2050, the continent holds strong potential for luxury brands. 10 Jan 2020
Coffee has fuelled people's mornings for hundreds of years, and like other fuels, it comes with its own unique environmental issues. As one of the largest agricultural commodities in the world, the consumption of coffee has a huge impact on both those who produce it, and the environment in which it is produced. 9 Jan 2020
Online store Planet54 recently launched the E-Retailer Entrepreneurship Programme - designed to ease entrepreneurs' entrance into the e-commerce market. The programme offers bulk buyers incentive discounts and business support. 9 Jan 2020
As a retailer, it is imperative to stay ahead of the game and identify new trends in order to remain competitive. One such trend that has been essential to the success of many retailers, is 'knowing your customer'. 9 Jan 2020
Sub-Saharan Africa is home to 14% of the world's population and by 2030, the region's population will surpass that of China. The way consumers shop in the region is ever-changing and evolving, with a mix of modern and ancient, formal and informal. 8 Jan 2020
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