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

Food, beverage sales rise by 3.6%

Measured in nominal terms - or at current prices - total income generated by the food and beverages industry in South Africa increased by 3.6% in April compared with the previous year‚ data released by Statistics South Africa on Tuesday (18 June) showed. 19 Jun 2013 07:29

Orange and Nashua Mobile team up

In January 2013, Orange launched an e-commerce store and online portal for the South African market. Following on from this, Orange and Nashua Mobile have agreed to partner in a venture that will see Orange expanding its South African activity by opening several local retail outlets. 18 Jun 2013 11:30

Nigeria's corporate travel boom

[Nick Hedley] The Nigerian hotel market is experiencing a corporate travel boom and although a difficult market to operate in, it offers attractive opportunities for major operators, according to a report released by professional services firm PwC. 18 Jun 2013 07:43

E-Tourism Africa Summit to promote online tourism in Africa

12 June 2013 saw the launch of the sixth Annual E-Tourism Africa Summit, which will take place on 9-10 September at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. The summit, which is sponsored by South African Tourism, is an international gathering of experts on online tourism, such as Facebook, Trip Advisor, Expedia, Twitter, and will feature innovative speakers and solutions. 14 Jun 2013 08:51

Thailand to host trade shows in Cape Town, Joburg

The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce of the Royal Thai Government has announced that it will host two trade shows in South Africa in 2013, to mark 20 years of trade and diplomatic relations between the countries. 14 Jun 2013 08:30

Tourism growth outlook looks strong

[Helmo Preuss] Auditing firm PwC on Thursday (13 June) projected total room revenue in SA would grow at a compound annual rate of 9.2% between now and 2017 after overall spending on rooms in all categories rose by 13.4% in 2012 to R15.2bn‚ reflecting an increase in stay-unit nights and a 5.3% rise in the average room rate. 14 Jun 2013 07:54