Retail News

South African security provider CAP is expanding the role of CCTV beyond traditional surveillance, using artificial intelligence to turn existing camera networks into business intelligence tools. 18 Aug 2026

RCL Foods expects a significant decline in earnings for the year ended June 2026, driven primarily by weaker performance in its sugar and pet food businesses, as well as an impairment linked to its Sunshine cash-generating unit. 18 Aug 2026

For Nicole Hapgood-Strickland, fashion is about far more than what meets the eye. As a garment technologist at Imagemakers, she works at the intersection of creativity, manufacturing, quality and commercial practicality, turning designers’ ideas into garments that can be produced efficiently and withstand the demands of everyday wear. 18 Aug 2026

Vukile Property Fund has opened a R76.1m extension and refurbishment at Nonesi Mall in Komani, Eastern Cape, adding 3,100m² of fully pre-let retail space and strengthening the centre’s position as a key shopping destination in the region. 18 Aug 2026

Dean De Sousa from Bryanston in Gauteng, was crowned the country’s top boerewors maker at the 34th annual Championship Boerewors finale on Saturday, 15 August. 17 Aug 2026

With 63% of South Africa’s franchise brands operating fewer than 30 stores, the industry’s next phase of growth may depend less on selling more franchises and more on helping existing franchisees succeed. 17 Aug 2026

KFC has launched KFC Rewards, a new loyalty programme that flips the script on what it means to be rewarded. Forget points. Forget discounts at the till. This is about feeding all your obsessions. 17 Aug 2026

The Spar Group has announced the resignation of independent non-executive Chairman Mike Bosman and Deputy Chair Dr Shirley Zinn, effective immediately. 17 Aug 2026

For most operations leaders, a point-of-sale system is where a transaction ends. A customer taps a card, a receipt prints, the sale closes. 17 Aug 2026

Juliet Tshele’s leadership philosophy is rooted in a simple principle: understand people, understand the business, and never lose sight of the bigger picture. 14 Aug 2026

For Lungile Mbatha, commercial strategy has never been simply about the numbers. 13 Aug 2026

Ecommerce Counsel, the Cape Town agency that runs Amazon and Takealot accounts for South African brands, has been named a vetted member of the Takealot Seller Success Network. 13 Aug 2026

Sixty60 is expanding the capabilities of its AI-powered shopping assistant Pixie, introducing Pixie Smart Chat, a new feature that allows customers to interact with the assistant through text, voice and images. 13 Aug 2026

The Drinks Federation of South Africa (DF-SA) is calling for a more coordinated, evidence-led response to the country's illicit alcohol market, arguing that a shared understanding of the scale and drivers of illegal trade is essential to reducing alcohol-related harm and protecting consumers. 13 Aug 2026

Mr.DIY is accelerating its South African expansion with new stores in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga, while simultaneously increasing its focus on local sourcing and developing partnerships with South African suppliers. 12 Aug 2026

Shoprite Group has reported another year of sales growth, with digital grocery delivery, store expansion and its focus on affordability helping drive performance in a challenging consumer environment. 12 Aug 2026

The Nando's Hot Young Designer (HYD), one of South Africa's longest-standing design mentorship programmes, has announced the top 10 finalists in its latest talent search. 12 Aug 2026

If you’ve ever worn an accessory that sparked a conversation, you’ll know the power of a piece that feels different. For Anointing Lukola, individuality is at the heart of Mayaka Accessories, her proudly South African brand celebrating handcrafted African design. 12 Aug 2026