Across South Africa, entrepreneurship pulses in taxi ranks, township streets, rural markets, and roadside stalls. It’s in the everyday hustle of informal traders, spaza shop owners, street vendors, and small service providers that the real economy lives and breathes. 14 Nov 2025
Understanding consumer decision-making has always been essential for FMCG brands competing in crowded, price-sensitive markets. While rational factors like price, quality, and convenience certainly influence buying behaviour, more than ever before emotional triggers are playing a decisive role, especially in fast, instinctive purchases at shelf. In this article we explore how emotions shape consumer decisions and how brands can leverage them – rather than discounting – to gain visibility, sales volume and loyalty. 13 Nov 2025
Growing basket size is one of the biggest challenges in grocery retail. Retailers already have rich recipe content on their websites, and they run thousands of weekly deals and specials, but these two valuable assets rarely connect. Linking recipes with live promotions at scale has, until now, been an almost impossible task. 13 Nov 2025
Retail property landlords are investing millions in education, skills development, recreational facilities and sustainability as part of their engagement with the communities they serve. 13 Nov 2025
Egg Beauty is set to be more than a retail destination; it’s a movement redefining how beauty is seen, shared, and experienced. 13 Nov 2025
Zebra Technologies Corporation has unveiled the findings of its 18th Annual Global Shopper Study. The research shows Gen AI and automation solutions emerging as critical tools, with 87% of retail leaders citing their importance in loss prevention efforts. 13 Nov 2025
Mall celebrates highest victory at the SACSC Footprint Awards and claims title as South Africa’s “Coolest Mall” for the eighth consecutive year. 12 Nov 2025
With another record Black Friday on the horizon, and some campaigns already live, South African businesses are pouring billions into ad spend to capture consumer attention. But while the race for clicks is on, credibility is being left behind. And that’s where the real conversions happen. 12 Nov 2025
More time to enjoy new stores, fresh experiences and major upgrades. 12 Nov 2025
South Africa’s jewellery landscape is entering a new chapter with the launch of 1896, the latest addition to The Foschini Group (TFG) portfolio — a brand that doesn’t just evolve jewellery, but redefines it. 12 Nov 2025
McDonald’s South Africa is celebrating its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of serving food, creating opportunities, and making a lasting impact in communities across the country. 12 Nov 2025
Following October’s announcement naming Mattel as one of the global co-master toy licensees for KPop Demon Hunters, the brand is turning up the volume with an exclusive collector release... 12 Nov 2025
Every small business owner wants happy, satisfied customers. But are those customers coming back? Loyalty is not only the holy grail of a sustainable business, it’s also harder to achieve than most realise. 12 Nov 2025
Retailers are all too often at the mercy of their point-of-sale devices which can, should they go down, not only lead to lost sales as customers abandon their trolleys but also damage that outlet's reputation when customers leave negative reviews online. 12 Nov 2025
South Africa’s toy market is quietly defying gravity. Despite a tough economy, weaker consumer confidence, and rising import costs, the sector is showing steady growth, proof that the business of play is more resilient than it looks. 11 Nov 2025
H&M South Africa has revealed the newly upgraded store in Durban at Gateway Theatre of Shopping, owned by Old Mutual Property. 11 Nov 2025
Solenco has extended its lifestyle technology range beyond air and cleaning products into premium products that celebrate the art of everyday living. 11 Nov 2025
Ackermans invites South Africans to step into summer with confidence, colour, and comfort. The retailer’s Summer 2025 collection captures the essence of the season — easy silhouettes, vibrant hues, and breathable fabrics designed for real life and real people. 10 Nov 2025
Responding to the growing demand from South African pet owners for affordable, high-quality nutrition for their four-legged family-members, Petshop Science has launched a private label range of premium dry dog and cat food. 10 Nov 2025
Every year, as South African retailers prepare for Black Friday, the focus is squarely on driving revenue: deep discounts, promotional campaigns and omnichannel sales strategies dominate the conversation. 10 Nov 2025
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