At the 20th AGM of the Cape Clothing and Textile Cluster (CCTC), I received the Industry Champion Award, a deeply meaningful recognition of the work done together to strengthen Cape Town’s clothing and textile sector. 15 Jul 2025
Customer loyalty is a figurative holy grail of business. Why? Long-term customers have a higher lifetime value to companies, while acquiring a new customer can be between five and 25 times more expensive than retaining an existing one. 15 Jul 2025
Mandela Day, the annual global celebration that takes place on 18 July to honour the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela, calls on individuals, communities, and organisations to take time to reflect on Mandela's values and principles and to make a positive impact in their own communities. 15 Jul 2025
Ackermans is expanding its fashion apparel offering to include menswear designed for men who value style, quality, and affordability. 15 Jul 2025
Marking a major milestone in their long-standing partnership, Woolworths and Engen have opened the 100th Woolworths Foodstop at the Engen Sandton Convenience Centre on Katherine Street in Johannesburg. 14 Jul 2025
Local confectionery brand Darling Sweet has unveiled its new website, marking a significant milestone in its 11-year journey. 14 Jul 2025
H&M Move have launched a performance-led training collection co-created with global football icon Zlatan Ibrahimović. 14 Jul 2025
New research commissioned by the Drinks Federation of South Africa (DF-SA) and conducted by Euromonitor International reveals a surge in the illicit trade of alcohol that threatens to undermine both public health and the economy. 14 Jul 2025
The Takealot Group is adding more benefits to its TakealotMore loyalty subscription service: a free News24 subscription and MVP Days. 14 Jul 2025
Describing the payments environment as “dynamic and fast-moving” would border on cliche and be an understatement. Sweeping comments such as these must come from a place of deep market knowledge and confidence. 11 Jul 2025
The Big Tasty Burger, known for its bold, indulgent flavour and smoky sauce, is back by popular demand, and this time, it’s launching alongside a limited-edition collaboration with South African streetwear brand, Galxboy. 10 Jul 2025
According to the latest Brand Footprint ranking by Worldpanel by Numerator, this year’s top South African FMCG brands include Simba, Coca-Cola, Sunlight, Sasko and Clover... 10 Jul 2025
Recent cyberattacks on retailers like Marks & Spencer and the Co-op aren’t just headline-grabbing stories, they provide a cautionary tale of the evolving threat landscape facing modern retail globally. 10 Jul 2025
Walk into any South African retailer today — whether online or in-store — and artificial intelligence is quietly shaping your experience. 10 Jul 2025
In a world increasingly drawn to the ephemeral, Zorora Sofas offers a return to permanence, where every curve, seam and silhouette is crafted not just for comfort, but with conscience. 9 Jul 2025
Inventory and procurement management systems are central to effective cash flow, profitability, and customer satisfaction in today’s modern manufacturers. When stock is misplaced, miscalculated, or mismanaged, it directly impacts your bottom line. 9 Jul 2025
NielsenIQ (NIQ), a leading consumer intelligence company, has recently released its Consumer Tech Industry Trends 2025 report, forecasting global Consumer Tech & Durables (T&D) sales will reach $1.29tn – driven by emerging markets, replacement cycles, and premium innovation – in the year ahead. 9 Jul 2025
After losing a thriving ready-meal business to the crippling effects of loadshedding, local entrepreneur Marci Pather has done it again by successfully launching a new product range now available in 225 Pick n Pay stores nationwide. 9 Jul 2025
As a result of Temu's new local warehouse dispatch option, shoppers in South Africa can now receive their orders in as little as one day. 9 Jul 2025
For retailers to drive growth in the second half of 2025, they must think beyond price promotions and explore smarter credit and conversion strategies that support both revenue and retention. 9 Jul 2025
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