Online shopping is something South African consumers have had to become more familiar with recently. While we've had e-commerce options before, locals haven't adopted the technology as easily and quickly as other countries - until now. 31 Jul 2020
Game emerged on the South African retail scene 50 years ago, when founders Alan Hellman and Jack Schaeffer opened the first store in Smith Street, Durban. The retailer and its playful pink branding have stood the test of time, with over 100 Game stores dotted across the country today and a footprint in 12 African countries. 31 Jul 2020
Grand Parade Investments (GPI) said in a statement to investors this week that it has renegotiated the terms of the sale of its Burger King South Africa licence, after the Covid-19 pandemic and related lockdown shaved off R100m in the food chain's value. 31 Jul 2020
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Forty percent of "leading" food firms, including Kroger, Tesco, Nestle and Unilever, now have dedicated teams focused on plant-based products, according to new research from collaborative investor network the FAIRR Initiative. 30 Jul 2020
Obesity and diet-related diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, are major public health problems in South Africa. But many in the food industry strongly oppose globally recommended policies that could address these issues. Such policies include restrictions on marketing of junk food to children and improvements to food labelling. 30 Jul 2020
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While Covid-19 has turned our personal lives upside down, it's also changed the way we shop and consume goods. 30 Jul 2020
The V&A Waterfront is pushing ahead with its plan to develop Makers Landing, a local food destination comprising a business incubator and food emporium focused on SA flavours and culture. The project is the result of a R63m investment made in partnership with the National Treasury's Jobs Fund to create opportunities for food talent within a new, 360° farm-to-fork food experience. 30 Jul 2020
In #FreshOnTheShelf, we round up our pick of food and beverage products that have hit the shelves recently. 29 Jul 2020
Uber Eats has released its second annual Cravings Report which details some of South Africa's most popular and peculiar orders placed on the food delivery app. 29 Jul 2020
South Africa compares itself to Sri Lanka and the Kingdoms of Lesotho and eSwatini as the only four countries that have prohibited the sale of alcohol as part of lockdown response to the Covid-19 pandemic. 29 Jul 2020
DPO Group (DPO), an African payment service provider operating across 19 countries, has entered into an agreement to be acquired by Network International, a signifcant enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa (MEA). DPO Group will support the expansion of Network International's presence across Africa, one of the most under-penetrated and fast-growing payments markets in the world. 29 Jul 2020
South Africans have historically been cautious about shopping online, but faced with the realities of lockdown restrictions have turned to online shopping in unprecedented numbers since the start of 2020. 28 Jul 2020
Sneaker and apparel brand Converse has donated R50,000 to the Durban-based public benefit organisation (PBO) Surfers Not Street Children. 28 Jul 2020
Covid-19 lockdown regulations coupled with store closures have resulted in several consumers turning to online shopping for essential products and services. 28 Jul 2020
When non-essential retailers were forced to temporarily shut their doors during South Africa's strict Level 5 lockdown, Apollo Brands, the distributor of Under Armour in SA, put the time to good use and developed a host of new methods to help customers shop safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. 27 Jul 2020
Inner Secrets Lingerie was established in 2005 by mother and son team Penny and Dimitri Parolis, who over the years have carved a retail presence in the local market by selling global heritage brands of lingerie, shapewear and swimwear. 27 Jul 2020
The National Liquor Traders Council (NLTC) has announced a Tavern Relief Programme that seeks to raise R100m to support 34,500 taverns over a two to three-month period by providing food parcels and other necessary supplies. 27 Jul 2020
So you finally hit the shops and cafes after weeks of lockdown. After disinfecting your hands, following the arrows around the shop or to your table, taking care to avoid others where possible and, in some cases, providing your contact tracing details - how enjoyable was the experience, really? 24 Jul 2020
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the once booming coffee shop space. Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of their safety and it's only natural for their preferences to change. But what does that mean for the barista at local coffee shops, restaurants and office canteens? 24 Jul 2020
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Stats SA reports that South African retail sales plunged by a record 50.4% in April and 12% in May. 24 Jul 2020
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