Fashionscapes: A Living Wage is a new short film that aims to help end poverty wages in the fashion industry. Released on 24 April 2021, on the 8th anniversary of the Rana Plaza tragedy, the documentary combines the voices of garment workers on the ground with top legal professionals who are working together to argue for the first-ever EU legislation to ensure garment workers receive a living wage. 28 Apr 2021
Toymaker Mattel has announced its Drive Toward a Better Future commitment to make all Matchbox die-cast cars, playsets and packaging with 100% recycled, recyclable or bio-based plastic. Featuring a arrange of electric vehicles and environments that model the real world, the toys are designed to engage kids in a greener future of driving. 20 Apr 2021
The persistent nature of Covid-19's disruption on the manufacturing industry highlights a need, and an opportunity, to rethink business operations to be more adaptable to market dynamics. 9 Apr 2021
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Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Ebrahim Patel says South Africa must rebuild its manufacturing strength to be able to fully benefit from the opportunities in the BRICS markets. 30 Mar 2021
The Chivas Venture platform, which supports the world's most promising social entrepreneurs, is returning to South Africa with a new format launching in collaboration with streetwear personality and Grade Africa founder Zaid Osman. 4 Mar 2021
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The Covid-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on the global economy, with world output contracting at 3.5% in 2020, and no recovery likely before the fourth quarter of 2021. Similar to other developing regions, Sub-Saharan Africa recorded a 2.6% decline, following strong growth of 3.2% in 2019. 2 Mar 2021
South Africa's manufacturing industry is one that is filled with vibrancy and potential. Playing a key role in attracting investments into the country, is Rashmee Ragaven, senior manager for the DTI (Department of Trade and Industry), is committed to advanced manufacturing in Invest SA. 15 Feb 2021
Manufacturing production increased by 1,8% in December 2020 compared with December 2019, according to data from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA). 12 Feb 2021
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Hanes South Africa, which holds the licence to manufacture, sell and distribute underwear under the Playtex trademark in South Africa and several other African countries, has filed for voluntary liquidation. 10 Feb 2021
CHENNAI, India - Fashion retailer H&M said on Tuesday it would investigate reports of sexual harassment at a supplier's factory in southern India following the death of a female employee and the arrest of a male co-worker on suspicion of her murder. 4 Feb 2021
The 2020/2021 instalment of the Shining Light Awards (SLA) jewellery design competition invites promising young diamond jewellery designers from Botswana, Canada, Namibia and South Africa to showcase their talent. 27 Jan 2021
Manufacturing production decreased by 3.5% in November 2020 compared with November 2019, according to data from Statistics South Africa (Stats SA). 13 Jan 2021
The Lego Group has released its decorative Botanical Collection, comprising Flower Bouquet and Bonsai Tree sets for green-fingered and plant-loving adults looking for simple, mindful activities to help them destress and tap into their creativity. 12 Jan 2021
As we bid farewell to 2020, one thing has become clear: no business is immune to crises like the one that hit the private sector as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. The situation has shaken some of South Africa's oldest and most prolific businesses, resulting in downscaling, mass retrenchments and the closing of doors, either temporarily or permanently. 4 Jan 2021
Katlego Tshuma's standout Sangu bench design earned him the overall prize in the 2020 Nando's Hot Young Designer (HYD) Talent Search, an annual competition that aims to unearth new local talent. 10 Dec 2020
Woolworths has partnered with social enterprise Essay Gifts, which has designed and produced Christmas baubles using the principles of a circular economy for plastics. 1 Dec 2020
The winners of the 21st annual PlatAfrica jewellery design and manufacturing competition have been announced. Hosted annually by Anglo American Platinum in partnership with Metal Concentrators and Platinum Guild International (PGI) India, PlatAfrica aims to promote innovation and technical expertise in platinum jewellery design and manufacturing in South Africa and provide international exposure to jewellers, apprentices and students. 17 Nov 2020
Multidisciplinary designer Katlego Tshuma has been named the overall winner of the Nando's Hot Young Designer (HYD) Talent Search Competition for 2020. 11 Nov 2020
Contemporary London dry gin brand, Bulldog Gin, has partnered with four South African artists, designers and creatives to produce unique collaborative pieces that celebrate each creator's individual craft and trade. 6 Nov 2020
In line with their evolutionary culture, the trend-setting Rocket Creative team are delighted to share their latest product development news. Following a strategic directive to bring their CNC and CO2 laser cutting in-house, these on-demand resources have allowed the team to design and prototype several innovative design projects. 28 Oct 2020
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