On South Africa's online marketplace bidorbuy.co.za, the end of 2011 and beginning of 2012 saw an increasing number of people accessing the site using mobile devices, tablets or cell phones. During the past thirty days, more than 10% of visits were via a mobile device. In the same period last year, mobile devices accounted for less than 3% of visits. 20 Jan 2012 Read more >>
Around 30,000 products were sold on bidorbuy over the last week, with notable growth being seen in the toys, fashion, home and electronics categories. CEO of South Africa's online marketplace, Jaco Jonker, attributes the growth in sales in these categories to an increase in Christmas shopping. 12 Dec 2011 Read more >>
The bidorbuy television commercial dubbed It's a Jungle Out There was released nationally across major TV channels on 5 November. The 30-second ad focuses on the more painful sides of "real life" shopping in a humorous way, suggesting that people should opt for an alternative and shop online on bidorbuy, from the comfort of their homes. 10 Nov 2011 Read more >>
The winners of six tickets that are to be auctioned off on bidorbuy.co.za will take on Garry Kasparov in a simultaneous chess exhibition on 13 November 2011. 1 Nov 2011 Read more >>
bidorbuy is promoting entrepreneurship in the fashion industry by introducing its leading online marketplace as a viable marketing and selling platform for up and coming South African fashion designers. 12 Oct 2011 Read more >>
The latest shopping figures from South Africa's online market place www.bidorbuy.co.za reveal that shoppers are increasingly turning to the internet to buy beds, lounge suites, coffee tables, and other furniture. 21 Sep 2011 Read more >>
For a growing number of South Africans with entrepreneurial flair, selling on bidorbuy.co.za is a primary source of income. This was confirmed when bidorbuy representatives toured the country to meet top sellers of the online marketplace. Award events were held in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and Port Elizabeth. 22 Aug 2011 Read more >>
The South African Mint has two limited edition coin sets on auction on South African marketplace www.bidorbuy.co.za. The special circulation coin sets commemorate ninety years of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) and are the first auctions by SA Mint on bidorbuy. 20 Jul 2011 Read more >>
Twenty-nine South African celebrities are currently lined up on www.bidorbuy.co.za, ready to auction off their time to the highest bidders from 18 to 28 July. The online auctions start from R1 and all proceeds are for the benefit of ten participating charities. 15 Jul 2011 Read more >>
 An auction for Van Coke's Fangs, as worn in the teaser for the forthcoming film, Bloedsuiers, has opened on South African marketplace, www.bidorbuy.co.za. The auction is likely to attract the attention of Francois Van Coke fans, movie fans, memorabilia collectors, as well as collectors of unique objects. 22 Jun 2011 Read more >>
There has been a strong upsurge in internet shopping in the fashion sector recently, with people increasingly shopping online to find good deals. South Africa's largest online marketplace, bidorbuy.co.za, reported a growth in its clothing, shoes and accessories section of 73% from early 2010 to the same period in 2011. 26 May 2011 Read more >>
Each month, about eight thousand people sell their products on South Africa's largest online marketplace, bidorbuy.co.za. The latest figures reveal that goods to the value of over R30-million exchange hands on a monthly basis on the vibrant online platform. Jaco Jonker, bidorbuy CEO, says that many bidorbuy sellers make use of the site as a sustainable means of generating an income. 23 Mar 2011 Read more >>
On Thursday 17 February South Africa's online marketplace and auction site bidorbuy.co.za marks a small milestone: the twentieth car will appear on a one day, R1 auction. The car in question is a 2005 Toyota Verso 180. 15 Feb 2011 Read more >>
Every year around the world millions are spent on Christmas gifts that the recipients neither want nor appreciate. South Africa is no exception. 6 Jan 2011 Read more >>
During the last week of November, over 26,000 products were sold on the South African online marketplace and auction site bidorbuy.co.za. That is 40% up from the volume of products sold on the site in the same period in 2009. 8 Dec 2010 Read more >>
At the end of 2010, computers are overtaking traditional stalwarts like antiques and gemstones; South Africans are showing more inclination for buying fashion online; and toys are coming into their own. 18 Nov 2010 Read more >>
Leading South African online marketplace, bidorbuy.co.za, has launched its Kenyan operation - www.bidorbuy.co.ke. There are over 18,000 products on offer on bidorbuy.co.ke, making it Kenya's largest digital marketplace on its first day of operation. 23 Sep 2010 Read more >>
South African online marketplace www.bidorbuy.co.za foiled an attempted trade in rough diamonds to the value of R3.6 million in the early hours of Wednesday morning. 12 Aug 2010 Read more >>
How would you like to rub shoulders with someone you read about in the newspapers, listen to on the radio or watch on TV? Thanks to the bidorbuy Celebrities for Charities auctions, you can. Simply place your winning bid to: 21 Jul 2010 Read more >>
bidorbuy, South Africa's online trading platform, is hosting an auction by the South African Institute for Traumatic Stress (SAITS). The auction features a metal sculpture called Celebrate FIFA World Cup 2010. The sculpture was designed by Marius Page and executed by a group of artists. Besides Marius Page, Patrick Gamedala, Shadrack Ncugutu and Moses Seretlo were also involved in the creation of this work of art. 28 Jun 2010 Read more >>
 South African online marketplace bidorbuy.co.za is now a proud member of the Proudly South African campaign. 22 Jun 2010 Read more >>
What internet shoppers bought and what they searched for during the second week of May 19 May 2010 Read more >>
Buyers and sellers on bidorbuy, South Africa's largest consumer-to-consumer online auction site and marketplace, can now transact with each other using PayPal. 22 Apr 2010 Read more >>
Valued at over R23,000 and made by designer Hendrik Vermeulen especially for the event, the dress modelled by the Western Cape Premier is to help raise funds for My Life Foundation. 3 Mar 2010 Read more >>
In 2010, the largest South African online marketplace bidorbuy.co.za is teaming up with institutions of higher learning to help develop entrepreneurial skills among South Africans. 24 Feb 2010 Read more >>
Bidorbuy buyers and sellers helped raise over R425,000 for South African charities and non-profit organisations in 2009. 6 Jan 2010 Read more >>
Standard Bank will try to auction off repossessed cars on the South African online marketplace and auction site bidorbuy.co.za. 11 Dec 2009 Read more >>
Presently, the highest bid on the auction for the special edition Volkswagen Citi, currently open on bidorbuy.co.za, stands at a little over R160 000 - even though the indicative market price is R113 500. How can this be, especially when one considers that the car in question started its bidorbuy journey on 3 November at a starting bid of only R1? 13 Nov 2009 Read more >>
Do not discard the unwanted items lying around your house. Instead, trade them for cash on bidorbuy. 28 Oct 2009 Read more >>
Besides being the platform on which individuals or home businesses sell used or new, unique or mass produced, expensive or affordable items, bidorbuy is also becoming a place where established companies come to showcase and sell their wares. 17 Sep 2009 Read more >>
Even South Africans who have never used the internet for transactions that involve money can now confidently trade with other people on bidorbuy, with the help of a book recently published by Zebra Press. 13 Aug 2009 Read more >>
The top search terms on bidorbuy, once exclusively populated by status symbol type of goods, now include more practical keywords, like “cars”, “furniture”, or “TV”. 28 Jul 2009 Read more >>
South Africa's online auction site and marketplace is opening its portal for the charity fundraising event of the year. Some of the best-known South African personalities are donating their time for the benefit of the charity they are endorsing: 23 Jun 2009 Read more >>
June promises to be a sizzling month on South Africa's online auction site and marketplace bidorbuy.co.za. From 23 to 30 June 2009 bidorbuy is hosting a series of Celebrities for Charities auctions. During one week, the bidders will fight it out for the opportunity to meet and spend some time in the company of their favourite celebrity. 28 May 2009 Read more >>
In June this year celebrities will be auctioning off their time to the highest bidders on bidorbuy.co.za. All the proceeds of the auctions go to the participating charities. 3 Apr 2009 Read more >>
An average bidorbuy user is an educated, relatively young male who resides in Gauteng, reveal the results of a survey conducted during February 2009 on South Africa's largest auction site and marketplace, bidorbuy.co.za. 16 Mar 2009 Read more >>
If you are looking for an affordable car, come to bidorbuy on Thursday 19th February and bid for a 2005 Citi Golf. If you have your sights set on something bigger, prepare to bid for a 2001 Jaguar on Thursday 26th February. 17 Feb 2009 Read more >>
While on bidorbuy.co.za Christmas day itself was by far the quietest shopping day of the year, British online sellers managed to attract more consumers by starting the post-holiday discounts season on December 25th. 8 Jan 2009 Read more >>
The Mercedes Benz CLK320 cabriolet that recently featured on a bidorbuy R1, no-reserve auction attracted a record number of visitors. 15 Dec 2008 Read more >>
Home seekers would do well to visit bidorbuy.co.za: a two-bedroom apartment in Helderkruin, Gauteng is currently on auction, with bidding starting from R1. 5 Nov 2008 Read more >>
The director of bidorbuy, Andy Higgins, explains why the online auction and marketplace business model thrives in a recession environment. 23 Oct 2008 Read more >>
Bloggers who predict the highest bid for the bidorbuy R1, no-reserve Thursday auctions stand a chance to win R300 cash. 20 Oct 2008 Read more >>
A set of rare South African coins sold for R325,000 on bidorbuy confirms that rare coins are an attractive investment venue, especially in times of economic downturn. 1 Oct 2008 Read more >>
If your driving habits are anything close to average, you probably add 800 to 1000 kilometres to your odometer each month. Now imagine your monthly fuel bill peaking out at between R30 and R50 for all that driving. Pure fantasy? Not at all. 4 Sep 2008 Read more >>
The impressive collection includes about fifty works of art and autographed books, making this auction an important event in South African arts and culture. The artists include William Kentridge, Thea Soggot, Isabel Thompson, Rudolph Tshie, Bongi Bhengu, and many more. Among the authors are such well-known names such as Nelson Mandela and Nadine Gordimer. 3 Aug 2008 Read more >>
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