Students limited by poor credit records

Every year thousands of students join tertiary institutions and take the first step towards shaping their future. With this, comes their entry into the credit world, enabled by a student card and proof of registration at a tertiary institution. 19 Jun 2013 12:52

Franchise sales up 16.8% for Famous Brands

Famous Brands has reported that its franchise sales increased 16.8% in the March to May quarter with a 16% improvement in South Africa and a 27.2% improvement in the rest of Africa region. 19 Jun 2013 11:34

Crowd funding develops South African 3-in-1 smart bike

To raise funds for the further development of the Ybike, its industrial design and product development company, Chrome Cherry Design Studio has used Thundafund, an online crowd funding café. Reportedly, it broke South African records by raising R29,250 of its required R100,000 start up funding in just one week. 19 Jun 2013 11:27

Falling sales, retailers need to devise new strategies

Statistics SA last week revealed that growth in South Africa's retail sales slowed to 1.9% year-on-year in April, from a revised 2.7% in March, down from economist's 3.5% projections. 19 Jun 2013 10:42

The Beautiful Store launches online

The Beautiful Store is a recently launched niche online store that offers an extensive range of quality products, supported by service, allowing both local and international buyers a way to purchase gifts for South African consumers with style. 19 Jun 2013 10:20

Toffee spread launches with three flavours

Sweet Temptations Toffees has just launched a new handmade toffee spread in three flavours - Original Caramel Toffee, Caramel Toffee with Roasted Pecan Nuts and Caramel Toffee with Sea Salt Flakes. 19 Jun 2013 10:07