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Wellness made effortless: Wellness Warehouse is now on Mr D
Wellness Warehouse is now available on the Mr D app, making it easier than ever for customers to access trusted natural health and lifestyle essentials with the effortless convenience of Mr D. 26 May 2026
Exclusive: Consumers embrace digital ecosystems cautiously, prioritising trust over convenience
New data on how online South Africans navigate digital ecosystems have emerged from iqbusiness insights’ latest survey, conducted on AfricanPulse, a proprietary, nationally representative consumer panel that captures real-time shifts in behaviour across 30+ countries across the continent. 26 May 2026
Pepkor shows growth as revenue jumps 13% to R54.8bn
JSE-listed Pepkor Holdings Limited has reported a 13.2% increase in group revenue to R54.8bn and 12.1% growth in normalised headline earnings per share (HEPS) for the six months ended 31 March 2026 (H1FY26), delivered off a strong prior-year base that increased by 19.2%. 26 May 2026
From cost cuts to online growth, Pick n Pay is rebuilding fast, but the hardest moves are still on the table. (Source: Image supplied)
From cost cuts to online growth, Pick n Pay is rebuilding fast, but the hardest moves are still on the table. (Source: Image supplied)
Pick n Pay is showing solid progress in its multi-year turnaround plan, with stronger operations, rising online sales, and major structural changes starting to take shape , even as tough decisions around costs and labour continue. 26 May 2026
Takealot data reveals South Africa’s e-commerce habits
After 15 years of connecting South African consumers with millions of products, Takealot has established itself as the definitive voice on South African eCommerce behaviour. 25 May 2026
Soweto-born Khoi Tech opens its first-ever retail store
South African technology brand Khoi Tech has officially opened the doors to its very first brick-and-mortar retail store at Telkom Park, marking a defining moment not only for the Soweto-born company, but for local innovation across the country. 25 May 2026
Retailers risk invisibility as AI shopping agents pick winners
It has previously happened. Through stores, shopping centers, and distribution networks, physical commerce brought goods closer to customers, facilitating quicker and simpler access. Then, digital commerce changed the scene once more by giving customers access to a plethora of options, ease, and comparisons. 25 May 2026
- Tiger Brands
Tiger Brands shifts to cleaner energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Tiger Brands has signed a landmark electricity wheeling agreement with renewable energy supplier Apollo Africa to help reduce its scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, beginning with its manufacturing sites in Gauteng. Set to commence in 2028, the agreement marks a significant step in the company’s transition to cleaner energy sources. 22 May 2026
Orms celebrates 30 years of creativity, community and business resilience
What started in a small garage in Cape Town in 1996 has evolved into one of South Africa’s most recognised creative retail businesses, as Orms celebrates 30 years in business. 22 May 2026
First Choice High Protein launches new variants
First Choice High Protein, a ready-to-drink milk-based beverage, is expanding its range with the launch of High Protein Balance (15g). 22 May 2026
Footgear, Barefoot No More initiative helps fund 10,000 school shoes
Thousands of South African learners are stepping into classrooms with renewed confidence as Footgear and non-profit partner Barefoot No More celebrate a major milestone in their national school shoe initiative. 22 May 2026
Retailers pivot to AI loyalty agents as 2026 trends emerge
According to Euromonitor International, AI-influenced e-commerce is forecast to exceed $700bn by 2029, underscoring the role of intelligent loyalty systems in retail 21 May 2026
Heinz brings back the iconic glass bottle for limited time
In an era where nostalgia continues to shape consumer behaviour and premiumisation drives purchasing decisions, the return of the iconic Heinz glass bottle is emerging as more than a packaging revival. It is a strategic retail move tapping into emotion, familiarity and elevated in-home dining experiences. 21 May 2026
- EBM Group
EBM Group’s global momentum continues with major wins at ICSC Awards in Las Vegas
Retail marketing agency earns top international recognition as global footprint continues to grow. 21 May 2026
Experiential-led retail is reviving South Africa's shopping malls
E-commerce's explosive expansion has drastically changed the global retail scene, forcing retailers to reconsider how they interact with modern customers in physical stores. 21 May 2026
Design voices brought into focus at Future Talks at Decorex Cape Town 2026
Brought to you by Oggie, Future Talks 2026 brings together over 40 speakers – including LRNCE, Lagos Design Week's Titi Ogufere and ARRCC – in a four-day programme exploring how we live, design and build today. 21 May 2026
- KIC South Africa
Cooling with care: KIC partners with FoodForward SA to fight hunger
At KIC, we believe a home is built on more than quality appliances; it is built on the strength of the community surrounding it. With a South African heritage spanning over four decades, our mission has always been to provide reliability and support to the people who trust our brand. 20 May 2026
- ASUS
From setback to strength: How Asus is empowering SA women’s potential
Resilient women are a force to be reckoned with – and South Africa has no shortage of them. They show up every day to build careers, raise families, study, start businesses and keep moving forward, even when the odds are stacked against them. 20 May 2026
Volkswagen and Mastertons launch limited-edition People’s Blend coffee
Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) is partnering with Mastertons Coffee and Tea Specialists for a limited-edition coffee blend as part of its celebrations of 75 years of building Volkswagens in South Africa. 20 May 2026
Nestlé KitKat brings fans closer to Formula 1 in new partnership
Nestlé’s KitKat is bringing the energy of Formula One closer to South African consumers through a multi-layered campaign blending retail promotions, campus activations and live fan experiences. 19 May 2026
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