Following the implementation of the fourth total ban on alcohol sales in June declared by the government, the South African Liquor Brandowners Association (Salba) requested that the South African Revenue Service (Sars) provide extended payment terms on the excise duties of about R2,5bn due to Sars for the month of June. 6 Oct 2021
With social distancing, lockdown, and mask-wearing times approaching the two-year mark, it came to Savanna Premium Cider's attention that while people have been growing their sweatpants and slipper collection, they have also let their umjolo 'dating' game slide. Umjolo is facing a serious pandemic with no way to 'jola' (get to know each other) properly. We have to wear our masks to stay safe and respect the curfew which could limit those kissing moments and the sharing of love - face-to-face. 6 Oct 2021
Since 1955, Sodastream has been bringing the ability to make carbonated drinks from the comfort of your own home to the forefront. 6 Oct 2021
On 1 October, during Paris Fashion Week, Luxury Connect Africa held its annual African Luxury Heritage Awards, which recognises the outstanding contribution of African luxury brands and designers to the creative and business spheres of the African luxury economy. 6 Oct 2021
South African company Pura Beverages, known for its 'better-for-you' soft drinks, has launched a new range that's lower in sugar, designed specifically for kids. 5 Oct 2021
The fact that online shopping is booming is evident in the growth reported in 2020. Compounded by the impact of Covid-19, e-commerce sales in SA increased by 66% to R30bn - more than double the value of 2018 sales, and 50% higher than forecasts which predicted a R20bn industry by 2020. 5 Oct 2021
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The retail industry has been in a transitional stage since before the onset of the pandemic. If anything, the pandemic has accelerated retailers' adoption of digitalisation. 5 Oct 2021
Beloved TV family, the Simpsons, and their neighbouring residents in the fictional town of Springfield made their Paris Fashion Week debut this weekend as a result of a standout collaboration with luxury fashion house Balenciaga. 5 Oct 2021
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On her feet at work for 10 hours each day, Indian shop assistant S. Lakshmi lumbers home at the end of her shift to nurse her aching legs and swollen ankles. But relief may be in sight. 4 Oct 2021
Network International has acquired 100% of Africa's largest payment service provider, DPO Group, which will continue to operate under the same brand in existing territories. 4 Oct 2021
To commemorate Arbour Month in South Africa, Heineken South Africa partnered with NPO Food and Trees for Africa, to plant 115 trees across high density sites in and around Johannesburg during the first month of spring. 1 Oct 2021
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In an earnings update shared on Thursday, Pick n Pay said that severe trading disruptions caused by restrictions on liquor sales and the civil unrest in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng in July resulted in an estimated R1,7bn in lost sales in the second quarter. 1 Oct 2021
The winners of the annual Pentawards, a prestigious packaging design competition, have been announced for 2021. 1 Oct 2021
As part of South Africa's move to Alert Level 1, announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday evening, the sale of alcohol for both off-site and on-site consumption will once again be permitted on weekends according to normal licence provisions. However, no alcohol may be sold after 11pm. 1 Oct 2021
Sunglass Hut South Africa has struck up a new partnership with online retail platform, Zando. Starting 1 October, a wide range of Sunglass Hut's designer and accessible sunglass brands can be purchased online locally for the first time. 30 Sep 2021
South African fashion and lifestyle retailer TFG has acquired the local bedding, duvet and pillows brand Granny Goose and its associated manufacturer, Cotton Traders. 30 Sep 2021
H&M has teamed up with South African lifestyle brand Neimil for a decor collection that will launch at selected H&M Home shop-in-shops in South Africa on 4 November 2021. 30 Sep 2021
Shoplifting, employee theft and fraud and operational errors cost merchants millions of dollars each year. It's a major issue that costs businesses more than $61 billion a year, or around 1.62 percent of total sales - and much more for fashion stores. 29 Sep 2021
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