Grasshoppers has launched a new footwear collection, called Tint, that incorporates new leather technology while still honouring the heritage of the signature moccasin style. 25 Aug 2020
Soweto-born Tinyiko Mageza has spent the last 14 years feeding her passion for insights-led and purpose-driven marketing across industries including FMCG, financial services and property development. Currently, Mageza is the executive manager of marketing for the V&A Waterfront, one of South Africa's most dynamic neighbourhoods and popular tourist attractions. 25 Aug 2020
When it comes to buying power in South Africa, women come out on top. Although they are more likely to be unemployed and earn less than their male counterparts, research has found that women hold the buying power in most South African households. 25 Aug 2020
Whilst everyone is experiencing a degree of uncertainty during this crucial time, our goal to support our service partners and community at large remains. As a team, Mpact Plastic Containers is committed to deliver the best service and products to all our stakeholders. 25 Aug 2020
Edcon announced that it has signed the purchase agreement for the sale of "parts of Edgars" to Durban-based competitor Retailability Pty (Ltd) for an undisclosed sum. The number of Edgars stores involved in the transaction have not been stated. 25 Aug 2020
Pep, the largest single brand clothing retailer in Africa, has unveiled a new look for its brand. The refreshed branding is being rolled out systematically across more than 2,350 stores and will be expressed in every touchpoint across Pep, Pep Cell and Pep Home. 24 Aug 2020
Corporate Affairs Director of Heineken South Africa Millicent Maroga shares her thoughts on female leadership and empowering women entrepreneurs, some of the challenges women in the industry face, as well as GBV. 24 Aug 2020
Famous Brands has sold its controlling 51% stake in boutique café brand, Tashas, to the founding Sideris family, who hold the remaining 49%. 24 Aug 2020
Checkers' popular Little Garden collectables promotion is back by popular demand, with 24 new locally-produced, season-appropriate and bee-friendly seedling kits to collect - including 10 vegetables, 8 flowers and 6 herbs. 24 Aug 2020
The Starbucks footprint will soon be expanding to Cape Town, with the first batch of coffee shops set to open in the Mother City later this year. 21 Aug 2020
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From toilet paper in Australia to pasta in Italy and condoms in France, countries have noted interesting patterns of demand in the world of fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) in the last 100+ days. It's been a rollercoaster for suppliers to navigate the peaks and troughs, amid the legal limitations of lockdown conditions. 21 Aug 2020
South African fashion designer Thula Sindi opened the second AfricaRise store in Marshalltown, Johannesburg, earlier this month, providing an additional platform for African designers to sell their high-end fashion, accessories, crafts and fine art. 21 Aug 2020
The South African alcohol industry has commited to invest no less than R150m in direct harm-reduction programmes over the coming year. 21 Aug 2020
Food packaging and processing company Tetra Pak Southern Africa continues to adapt its value chain to support the circular economy and meet growing demand for sustainable packaging from South African retailers and food and beverage producers. 20 Aug 2020
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With South Africa entering Level 2 lockdown this week, businesses need to ask themselves if they are prepared to face the new consumer. Do they know how their customer has changed in the wake of a global health pandemic? Are they aware of what their target market now value and their changed belief systems? 20 Aug 2020
Driven by the belief that women are not confined to one path and should feel free to pursue their different passions, Dr Karabo Tlale, a specialist obstetrician and gynecologist, has launched a skincare range called Sensual You. 19 Aug 2020
DIY, construction and building materials retailer Builders marks its entry into East Africa with the opening of its first physical store in Nairobi, Kenya this Thursday, 20 August and the launch of a dedicated Kenyan online retail platform. 19 Aug 2020
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On a global scale, consumer facing industries have had to take exceptional precautions in a time of rapid change with business, people, processes and stakeholders retuning to adopt new approaches that will likely change retail management as we know it forever. 19 Aug 2020
Diageo, the world's largest spirits maker, is buying Aviation American Gin, co-owned by Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds, through the acquisition of Aviation Gin LLC and Davos Brands LLC for up to $610m. 18 Aug 2020
The retail industry has been profoundly affected by the Covid-19 crisis. The way consumers buy from and engage with grocery stores has changed. And as the crisis unfolds, consumer behaviour will evolve too. 18 Aug 2020
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