Putting the deli-cious into biltong - Cape Deli
No foodstuff is more beloved of South Africans, more authentically South African, than biltong. But as a snack category it remains largely haphazard, ephemeral and commoditised. Committed to lifting biltong into the realm of the premium, branded delicacy is Cape Town-based producer, Cape Deli, and innovative packaging is key in realising its ambitions. 15 Jul 2008 15:14

SABMiller says InBev's coup provides opportunity in US
SABMiller says it believes that InBev's takeover of rival Anheuser Busch will give it an opportunity to build on its MillerCoors venture in the US. 15 Jul 2008 14:07

The impact of counterfeiting
[Irshaad Moidheen] South African intellectual property laws have been refined over the years to afford protection to the holders of certain forms of intellectual property, including trademark and copyright holders, allowing them to take action against the counterfeiting of their products. With the advent of the 2010 FIFA World Cup not too far off, the issue of protection of intellectual property is becoming an even more pressing issue. 8 Jul 2008 09:12

New look, partners for parenting lifestyle mag
From the August/September 2008 issue, RaisingKids will sport an updated modern format and increased distribution along with new partners Babies R Us and Toys R Us. Produced by TLG Publishing since November 2007, the magazine covers modern day issues to educate and empower parents of kids from birth to seven years. 27 Jun 2008 08:58

Opening doors for distribution centre conference
In the highly competitive retail sector where product availability is crucial and consumers expect their brand of choice to be on the shelves of their preferred supermarket all the time, 11 industry experts aim to address the fundamental issues of supply and demand at the 2nd Annual Best Practices for Modern Distribution Centres conference this July. 25 Jun 2008 13:26

Orange to peddle iPhone in Africa
[Rachelle Crum] Orange, a subsidiary of France Telecom, has signed a new deal with Apple to offer the iPhone to its customers in several parts of Africa, Europe, the Middle East and the Caribbean. The company already has an exclusive deal with Apple to sell the phone in France. 19 May 2008 06:55

Oils for (South) Africa
Euro Africa Lubricants (EAL) has secured an exclusive distribution agreement with Q8, a leading fuels and lubricant brand abroad, particularly in Europe where it holds a dominant position in most markets. The agreement will make the Q8Oils brand of lubricants available in the region for the first time. 13 May 2008 10:54

Indique embarks on SA extension
Ebony Ivory Hair has signed a distribution agreement with Indique Hair International to become the first South African business to supply the Pure Collection, some of the finest quality Indian Remy hair extensions, to SA salons and consumers. 12 May 2008 10:33

Supply chain player announces significant international acquisitions
Barloworld Logistics, supply chain management subsidiary of industrial multinational Barloworld, has announced a major growth initiative by acquiring Dubai-based Swift Group and its affiliates in the Far East, India, UAE, Africa and Germany. 14 Mar 2008 08:51

Winery benefits from BEE distribution model
While Perdeberg Winery has been going about producing an excellent range of wines since 1941, a new BEE initiative has injected some fire into the business and given it broad, off-trade distribution throughout South Africa. 6 Feb 2008 06:17

Namibia Breweries in negotiations on brandhouse
Namibia Breweries Ltd, Diageo Plc and Heineken International BV are engaged in negotiations relating to a restructuring of their existing joint venture in South Africa. 1 Feb 2008 07:57

Mars looks to Africa for growth openings
[Nicola Mawson, Consumer Industries Correspondent] Mars Africa, the fast-moving consumer goods company, intends expanding its presence on the continent. 7 Dec 2007 07:33

Checking out the The Next 48hOURS
After four years of guiding Capetonians and visitors to what's on in the Mother City, The Next 48hOURS, has now become even more accessible. Cape Town Checkers and Checkers Hyper shoppers throughout the Cape Town Metropole and surrounding areas will now have all the latest leisure and entertainment information at their finger tips. 6 Dec 2007 07:03