Neil Wilkinson, managing director at Kryolan South Africa, and Barry Hendricks, Sascoc president
International professional make-up brand, Kryolan, is launching a nationwide search for 70-100 professional women in sport, in an effort to support those who are often not considered for sponsorships. The sponsorship drive will provide opportunities for female athletes to increase brand visibility and show support for our South African sportswomen. 14 Jun 2021
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Spending via 'buy now pay later' (BNPL) services, which are integrated within e-commerce checkout options, including fixed instalment plans and flexible credit accounts, will reach $995bn in 2026, from $266bn in 2021. This is according to a new study from Juniper Research titled Buy Now Pay Later: Vendor Strategies, Regulatory Frameworks & Market Forecasts 2021-2026. 14 Jun 2021
The adjusted Level 2 restrictions, announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa on 30 May brought an earlier curfew which sees restaurants required to close by 22:00. Less trading time, and the ever-present threat of another alcohol ban, have again cast a shadow over the restaurant industry, with a knock-on effect on the wine trade. 14 Jun 2021
Since early 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic has dramatically stirred up the global and local coffee industries. Increased demand has been witnessed within the coffee industry, largely driven by consumers staying home due to pandemic-related restrictions, but still wanting to enjoy their favourite coffee drinks. This has led to more consumers seeking out at-home alternatives to their favourite coffee orders, as well as brewing advice and equipment, to improve their at-home coffee experience. 14 Jun 2021
Tristan Shaun Henry is among the talented cohort of young designers forming Design Indaba's class of Emerging Creatives for 2021. Supported by the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, the programme aims to nurture new talent and acts as a launching pad for the careers of each year's crop of young creatives. 11 Jun 2021
South Africa's largest fashion and lifestyle retailer TFG wants to build up its newly launched tech hub to more than 100 new staff, its chief executive said on Thursday, after the company swung to an annual operating loss. Many firms have been expanding digital and e-commerce services as the coronavirus crisis drives more business online. 11 Jun 2021
Toymaker Mattel has revealed a new line of fashion dolls, called Barbie Loves the Ocean, made using recycled ocean-bound* plastic. The launch forms part of Mattel's goal to achieve 100% recycled, recyclable or bio-based plastic materials across all its products and packaging by 2030. 11 Jun 2021
French fashion house Chanel is backing a new climate adaptation fund that aims to raise $100m by 2025 to invest in projects to promote sustainable agriculture, protect forests and support small-scale farmers in developing countries. 11 Jun 2021
Since its initiation in 2012, the Scouting Menswear Competition set out to select the best of the best within a large pool of young menswear design talent. It has raised the profile of emerging menswear designers, introduced them to media and buyers, as well as supported them in breaking through into the retail market. 10 Jun 2021
North West Premier, Prof Tebogo Job Mokgoro, has dispatched a team to meet the management of Clover in an effort to halt the looming relocation of the company to Durban and save jobs. The team, led by the MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Desbo Mohono, visited the factory on Tuesday. 10 Jun 2021
As new shopping habits formed during the pandemic, consumer behaviour has been influenced indefinitely as research indicates that demand has seen a huge uptick in D2C in the freezer, fridge, and table fresh deliveries space. According to a Deloitte's Fresh Food Consumer Survey, nine out of 10 people say fresh food makes them happy. 10 Jun 2021
South African food brand Rhodes Quality has repackaged its full range to showcase a new look that visually brings to life its updated 'Rooted in Goodness' brand positioning. The new packaging was rolled out in May 2021. 9 Jun 2021
To help support restaurants adversely affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, McCain Foodservice Solutions has launched its Dishruption Challenge, an initiative that affords participants the opportunity to win one of 10 restaurant support packages worth R50,000 each. 9 Jun 2021
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The top market contributors to e-commerce in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) over the last three years were South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya, with Ghana also showing growth, having replaced Kenya in the top three contributors in 2020. This is according to a recent white paper released by Visa titled 'eCommerce developments across Sub Saharan Africa (SSA)'. 9 Jun 2021
By harnessing the power of social media, Gen Zs are driving a new wave of the e-commerce boom. Apps including Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, which tailor content to the user's interests and behaviour, have allowed this new generation of spenders to create a personalised shopping mall experience - online. 9 Jun 2021
You may think our answer is obvious and potentially in contrast to those who believe that plastic is nothing but a pollutant. If most of our answer lies within the question, should the question not rather be 'why plastics cannot be banned?' Here's our perspective... 9 Jun 2021
CNA, South Africa's 125-year-old books and stationery retailer, has been placed into business rescue, its management team confirmed on Monday. 9 Jun 2021
Afro Caribbean Brewing Company, a microbrewery based in Cape Town, scooped the title of Best Beer in Africa for its Space Llama double IPA at the 2021 African Beer Cup held recently. 8 Jun 2021
Aisha Baker, Fatima Sydow, Lentswe Bhengu, Clement Pedro and MasterChef South Africa winner Kamini Pather were amongst South Africa's best loved chefs, foodies and personalities who kicked off South Africa's first-ever #UltimateButterMaster challenge on Tuesday, 1 June to coincide with World Milk Day. 8 Jun 2021
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