Today, there is a subtle but noticeable change when you walk down any major skincare aisle in South Africa. The customer in front of them is no longer staring at the front of the bottle, they are turning them around. 12 Mar 2026
Governance stops being a boardroom discussion and becomes an operational reality when a single port disruption delays food deliveries across provinces, or even when a cyber incident can ripple from head office systems to independent retailers overnight. 11 Mar 2026
Small retailers are frequently told that they require additional partners, exposure, reach, and visibility. What they frequently give up in exchange is something that is not usually stated out. 11 Mar 2026
The Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity (PMBEJD) Group's Household Affordability Index last week showed the average food basket dropped to R5,383.81 in February, down R17.63 from January. 11 Mar 2026
Every year, like clockwork, Mother’s Day arrives and the retail world loses its collective mind. The numbers don’t lie: In recent years, South Africans dropped roughly R310m around Mother’s Day – 30% more than the weekly norm. 11 Mar 2026
Annique Rooibos, a South African Rooibos-based skin care and wellness brand, will celebrate 55 years of pioneering innovation, heritage and consumer trust, this April. 11 Mar 2026
Patch is a bar-strength ready-to-drink (RTD) brand made in South Africa with the same premium spirits used in bars across the country and bottled at proper cocktail strength. 11 Mar 2026
The retail arm of HomeChoice is repositioning its business model toward stronger cash generation and higher-margin growth, following a strategic shift that saw the division tighten credit and expand its physical showroom footprint. 10 Mar 2026
In a significant move to accelerate the global transition to refill and reuse packaging, DY/DX and Smartfill announce that they have open-sourced the core design and technical architecture behind dispensing systems for liquid fast-moving consumer goods products. 10 Mar 2026
Across Worcester, Hammarsdale and Rustenburg, women are advancing early childhood support in ways that reflect the realities of their communities. In some areas, this has meant reinforcing established early childhood development (ECD) centres. In others, particularly in Rustenburg, it has involved supporting smaller, informally structured day-mothers with training, resources and proactive guidance, meeting caregivers where they are and equipping them to provide quality care and early learning. 10 Mar 2026
To fully realise franchising's potential as a driver of economic growth and job creation, cooperation between the government, funders, skills bodies, business organisations, franchisors, and franchisees is crucial. 10 Mar 2026
In the quick-service restaurant (QSR) sector, where numerous transactions occur every second, network reliability is not just a matter of convenience but a critical factor that can determine whether a store meets or exceeds its target, or loses revenue. 10 Mar 2026
For retailers, logistics has evolved from a back-office function to a competitive differentiator. The winners will be those who use data and technology not just to deliver products, but to deliver predictability, speed, and trust. 10 Mar 2026
The FMCG industry in South Africa is clearly changing. Price and convenience are no longer the main factors influencing consumers. People are increasingly inquiring about the benefits of their diet, how it fits into their daily schedules, and whether it aligns with their beliefs and health objectives. 10 Mar 2026
Bob, a South African digital commerce company that integrates marketplace, payments, shipping and collection services under one brand - has appointed Anita Erasmus as chief executive officer designate, effective 1 March 2026. 9 Mar 2026
South Africa’s retail sector is under pressure as a result of a new competitive force reshaping the e-commerce landscape: ultra-low-cost global e-commerce platforms such as Temu and Shein. 9 Mar 2026
The Drinks Federation of South Africa (DF-SA) has confirmed its role as a collaborative industry partner at the 2026 EMEA Security Conference, taking place in Cape Town from 25-26 March 2026. 9 Mar 2026
RCL Foods is issuing a recall of certain dry pet food products lines, manufactured in one of its facilities. 6 Mar 2026
Effective 1 March 2026, Melissa Dempster has been appointed chief executive officer of Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa. 6 Mar 2026
The SAB Retailer University, a flagship business development programme designed to equip local retailers with the skills, tools and strategic insight required to build sustainable, competitive and responsible businesses, has been launched by South African Breweries (SAB), in partnership with Henley Business School Africa. 6 Mar 2026
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