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SA slow to adopt online shopping, with logistics a problem
In South Africa, buying food and beverages as well as clothes online continues to lag behind global norms, an Ernst & Young (EY) survey revealed yesterday, 22 July 2014. Read more >>


E-commerce
Buy from Takealot.com with Bitcoins
Increasing its payment options, Takealot.com, in partnership with PayFast, has announced that it will be accepting Bitcoins as a form of payment from its customers. Read more >>

Lima Bean revitalises Wellness Warehouse's online experience

Issued by Lima Bean

Wellness Warehouse required a bigger, better and more user-friendly website to match the brand's flourishing status as a leading health and wellness retailer... Read more >>

Exhibitions & Events
Africa's first focused trade fair for furniture, décor and design has launched

Issued by Inspire Trade Exhibition

On 10 July, the doors seamlessly opened to what promises to continue to be the most important decor, furniture and retail event on the African continent... Read more >>

802 words to help event planners increase their event attendance

Terry Sutherland

Every single event planner wants to ensure that their events are well attended. Whether you're tasked with running an exclusive product launch or a high-profile awards evening... Read more >>

AB7 attracts record number of visitors
Africa's Big Seven (AB7) hosted 225 exhibitors from 34 countries around the world and drew over 8000 international visitors, all determined to find exciting new products, sign up new suppliers... Read more >>

FMCG
Motorcycle Marvel is marvellous wine
The 2011 vintage of the Rhône style blend 'The Motorcycle Marvel' from Nederburg is out now, offering a blend of Grenache, Carignan, Shiraz, Mourvèdre and Cinsaut. Read more >>

Manufacturing
Kellogg's maintenance hits breakfast tables
Fewer South Africans got it all this morning as maintenance work at Kellogg's SA's plant has halted the production of All-Bran Flakes - and it is unlikely to resume soon. Read more >>

Clover-Bowler deal 'makes sense' say analysts

Nick Hedley

A takeover of Bowler Metcalf's beverages business by Clover Industries would make strategic sense for the companies, analysts say. Read more >>

Packaging
Lighter, brighter, fresher look for Two Oceans
Two Oceans has had a package update with a lighter, brighter and fresher look to reflect the fruit profile and styling of the brand. Read more >>

Retail Marketing
[Biz Takeouts Lineup] 99: Best Marketing International and a jam-packed show
Tune in to the Biz Takeouts Marketing & Media radio show, Thursday, 24 July from 9am-10am as we chat to Hando SiniSalu, Craig Shelley, Trevyn McGowan and Kirsty Henderson. [twitterfall] Read more >>

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Retailers
Mobile technology expansion needed
About 40% of companies are investing in mobile technologies across their business and consider mobility as a key part of their business strategy, according to Accenture Mobility Report 2014. Read more >>


International

Nokia hurts Microsoft revenues
NEW YORK, USA: Microsoft said its profits took a hit from its newly acquired Nokia phone division but that revenues got a strong lift from cloud services. Read more >>

Apple's profits of $7.7bn in June quarter
SAN FRANCISCO, USA: - Apple reported that its quarterly profit climbed with strong iPhone demand, but a decline in its iPad tablet sales put a damper on its results. Read more >>

On-the-go gamers get new Tablet
SAN FRANCISCO, USA: US computer chip manufacturer Nvidia has launched a high-performance tablet aimed at gamers who want the convenience of a mobile device on whch to play games. Read more >>


More International


Government

Probe into Citrus Black Spot by government
The Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has launched an investigation to determine the causes of Citrus Black Spot (CBS) discovered in a consignment of exported lemons to the European Union (EU). Read more >>

Automotive and textile sectors to get more support
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is set to increase support for the automotive and clothing sectors, says Minister Rob Davies. Read more >>

AbaThembu King wants Mthatha land
Controversial AbaThembu King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo has lodged a claim for the land on which Mthatha is built despite it already being the subject of a claim by the Zimbane Development Trust. Read more >>


More Government news


Lifestyle

Become a fan of Fancourt

Ruth Cooper

Imagine soft green mounds, rolling hills, wispy clouds, the gentle caress of the sun on your cheek, the sound of chirping birds and the nee-yow of golf carts in the distance. Imagine this and you might have a pretty good idea of what it might be like to stand overlooking the lush green grounds of Fancourt, the premier leisure resort on the Garden Route on a still-and-sunny winter's day morning. Read more >>


Jobs offered




New events to diarise

Booksale
Woodrock Animal Rescue - 25 Jul 2014 to 28 Jul 2014 Johannesburg

Good Hair Expo
Good Hair Expo - 26 Jul 2014 Cape Town

Rhino Conservation Fundraiser
Open Mind - 28 Jul 2014 Cape Town

Bike, Boat and Outdoor Show
8 Aug 2014 to 10 Aug 2014 Johannesburg

The Airline Mini Fair
AVIAREPS - 13 Aug 2014 Cape Town

Popai SA JHB Power Breakfast and Conference
POPAI SA - 20 Aug 2014 to 21 Aug 2014 Johannesburg

Private Banking and Wealth Management Conference
Trade Conferences International - 17 Sep 2014 to 18 Sep 2014 Johannesburg

FutureTech 2014
Popular Mechanics - 10 Oct 2014 Cape Town

South African Man Expo
Mercatique Consulting - 22 Nov 2014 to 23 Nov 2014 Johannesburg


Upcoming events

Port Elizabeth Algoa FM Homemakers Expo 2014 - 24 Jul 2014 to 27 Jul 2014 Port Elizabeth
An opportunity to connect with PE's leading home improvement experts. You can experience and discuss the very latest home improvement, décor, furniture and home lifestyle trends and products. Read more >>


Mobile Financial Services of the Future Conference
Trade Conferences International - 23 Jul 2014 to 24 Jul 2014 Johannesburg

Safety and Security Indaba 2014
Sishuba Holdings t/a New Life Communications - 24 Jul 2014 to 26 Jul 2014 Cape Town

Construction Industry Safety and Compliance Indaba
Mercatique Consulting - 24 Jul 2014 to 25 Jul 2014 Ekurhuleni

Rural Expo
Lavaniye - 24 Jul 2014 to 25 Jul 2014 Butterworth

Gauteng Motor Show
Thebe Reed Exhibitions - 25 Jul 2014 to 27 Jul 2014 Johannesburg


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