At the recent Market Access Africa (MAA) 2025, Wouter de Wet, chief operating officer at Rainbow Chicken Limited, offered a compelling perspective on the challenges and opportunities within Africa’s agri-food systems. Speaking on the panel “Global Value Chains and Market Access: The Impact of Retail and Food Manufacturing Giants on African Agri-Food Systems,” De Wet emphasised the competitiveness and resilience of South African agriculture and how growth could be further unlocked by collaborating across the entire agriculture value chain. 10 Jun 2025
The Spar Group has confirmed that Max Oliva will step down from his role as CEO of Spar South Africa after a 30-year career with the business. 10 Jun 2025
Local Iced tea brand Bos has partnered with protein supplement brand MetaLab for a limited-edition collaboration that is set to redefine functional drinks by blending real rooibos and purposeful nutrition... 10 Jun 2025
In the spirit of strengthening commercial diplomacy and private sector cooperation for mutual benefit, The Pura Beverage Company’s participation in the annual US Independence Day celebration in Cape Town highlights the brand’s increasing momentum in the US, where demand for real, better-for-you beverages has skyrocketed. 10 Jun 2025
Mondelēz South Africa has reinvented Oreo cookies with limited edition Ask Oreo cookies, providing answers to everyday dilemma with playful answers. 10 Jun 2025
Libstar deepens commitment with winter crop planting for World Hunger Day 9 Jun 2025
The North Face, the outerwear, apparel and gear for outdoor recreation and fitness retailer, has confirmed that its e-commerce website was impacted by a cybersecurity incident in April 2025. 9 Jun 2025
South Africa's closure of a tax loophole that benefited global discount e-commerce retailers Shein and Temu is starting to show positive signs as some consumers reject the higher prices, the CEOs of local fashion retailers Mr Price and TFG said. 9 Jun 2025
South African menswear and workwear brand, has unveiled its latest product: ‘Hoodie for Life’; reportedly the first hoodie in South Africa to be backed by a lifetime guarantee. 9 Jun 2025
H&M Group and WWF have had a longstanding partnership, since 2011, focused on creating a more sustainable future for people and nature. 9 Jun 2025
South African fashion retailer TFG reported a 4.6% rise in annual earnings, thanks to a rebound in sales in Africa in the second half of the year, store expansion and the acquisition of British chain White Stuff. 6 Jun 2025
South African fashion retailer Mr Price reported a 10.1% increase in full-year earnings, supported by strong second-half performance amid improved sales growth and reduced markdowns. 6 Jun 2025
Unilever Food Solutions (UFS) officially launched its Future Menus 2025 Vol. 3 trend report at a recent culinary event hosted at Makers Landing in Cape Town. 5 Jun 2025
To mark World Environment Day 2025 and this year’s theme of “Ending Plastic Pollution”, Pick n Pay is celebrating a major environmental milestone: its Reverse Vending Machines (RVM) customer recycling initiative has now diverted over 1.1 million plastic and packaging recyclable items from landfill. 5 Jun 2025
The Minister of Finance’s decision to proceed with an above-inflation excise increase on beer in Budget 3.0 is intensifying pressure on beer producers and is likely to further encourage the illicit alcohol trade, warns the Beer Association of South Africa (Basa). 4 Jun 2025
Nike has appointed Michael Gonda, former McDonald’s executive, as executive vice president and chief communications officer of Nike, effective 7 July 2025. 4 Jun 2025
Pepkor Holdings Limited has announced strong interim results for the six months ended 31 March 2025, showcasing robust growth across its portfolio. 4 Jun 2025
Commerce media is emerging as the next big frontier in retail – and it’s growing fast. Globally, the space is projected to reach $130bn by 2026, and could top $1bn by 2030, as giants like Amazon and Walmart continue to turn retail media into high-performing revenue engines. 4 Jun 2025
Jockey South Africa announces the return of a consumer-favourite essential: the iconic Skimmies® Slipshorts, now available as part of the full Seamless Collection. This relaunch responds directly to a clear demand in the market – a call from South African women for undergarments that deliver consistent comfort, stay in place, and provide discreet, reliable coverage under every outfit. 3 Jun 2025
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