Since the middle of February, the City of Johannesburg has run a campaign to enforce trading bylaws, verifying whether traders are properly registered and trading in designated areas. 6 May 2025
In its efforts to reshape the homewares industry and the lives of its employees, homechoice has launched a transformative staff training programme that equips team members with the skills, knowledge and tools to go beyond the basics of selling. 5 May 2025
Local agency racks up 10 nominations at Poland’s Solal Awards, spotlighting excellence in retail and leisure marketing. 5 May 2025
Trade agreements are one of the essential pillars supporting South Africa's economic strategy, shaping market access, investment flows, and international competitiveness. 2 May 2025
The Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent work-from-home movement sparked a fashion trend in comfortable loungewear, leading to a decline in traditional clothing items like jeans. 2 May 2025
Danone is introducing UltraMel Delight, a new dessert innovation in three various flavours: chocolate, vanilla, and caramel. 30 Apr 2025
Unsold inventory is one of the biggest problems for fashion retailers, with mounting levels of excess stock being discarded, incinerated or left to waste. The rise of fast fashion coupled with the rapid growth of e-commerce has perpetuated a textile waste epidemic. 30 Apr 2025
The rise of cross-border e-commerce trade is unlocking new opportunities for South African businesses eager to expand their reach and revenue. 30 Apr 2025
Pick n Pay has stepped in to support the courageous men and women on the frontlines – delivering food, energy drink and other suppliers, and facilitating the delivery of customer donations, as Cape Town’s firefighting teams battled against a raging wildfire that hit Cape Town over the long weekend. 29 Apr 2025
The retail industry is shifting at an unprecedented pace, driven by evolving consumer expectations and technological advancements. 29 Apr 2025
Workplace safety, while driven by compliance with OHS Act regulations, should be more than just a checklist. Because it directly impacts on employee wellbeing, business continuity, and productivity, it should be considered a critical, non-negotiable part of all stakeholders’ working lives. The management of retail organisations need to play a proactive role in ensuring buy-in from employees by implementing a pre-emptive safety strategy. 29 Apr 2025
In a franchise network, customers don’t buy from a location but from a brand. That means every point of customer contact, every operational process, and every staff member plays a role in delivering a unified experience. Yet many franchise systems rely on fragmented or inconsistent training to uphold that standard. 29 Apr 2025
As oil prices declined in April 2025, the South African food services industry might see an opportunity to cut costs. However, caution should be applied as the short-term relief brought on by cheaper oil could carry long-term consequences for local cooking oil producers, the HoReCa sector - hotels, restaurants, cafés, and caterers as well as broader food supply chain. 29 Apr 2025
April has been packed with public holidays, giving South Africans a well-deserved break – but also creating challenges for anyone trying to stick to regular delivery timelines. 25 Apr 2025
Modern retailers looking to build on this need a seamless and reliable technology ecosystem to remain competitive and to serve consumers, especially during periods of high demand, says Nkgwete IT Solutions CEO, Siddika Osman. 25 Apr 2025
Jonathan Anderson has been confirmed as the new artistic director of Dior menswear. 25 Apr 2025
The financial impact of crime on South Africa’s retail sector is immense. A 2023 report by the South African Retail Risk Intelligence (SARRI) group reveals that retailers lose approximately R23bn ($1.5bn) each year because of crime and various types of shrinkage. These losses stem from shoplifting, organised crime, employee theft, and other forms of fraud. 24 Apr 2025
Simba has launched its new tangy tomato sauce-flavoured chips, this time inspired by Wellington’s Full Flavour Tomato Sauce. 24 Apr 2025
Across the globe, private label products have evolved from being budget alternatives to strategic tools for customer retention, brand differentiation, and economic inclusion. 24 Apr 2025
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