BIC lighters are world leaders in their market, with five million sold every day. What's more, they are making sure of continued growth with their annual launches of new series of these fashionable yet practical accessories. 30 Oct 2008
South Africa's biggest single brand store network, PEP, is extending its southern African store footprint into Angola and is making a major investment in Africa's fastest growing country. On 31 October 2008, PEP opens its first store in Lobito, central Angola. The group has also established a 2 000 m² distribution centre in Benguela. 30 Oct 2008
Signalling a fundamental shift in the publishing industry, The Christian Science Monitor today announced plans to shift from daily to a weekly print publishing format. In turn, the national newspaper plans to invest heavily in its Web presence. 29 Oct 2008
Industry sales figures by InfoSource, an independent market research organisation, have revealed that Bidvest company, Konica Minolta South Africa has strengthened its position to become South Africa's number one player in multifunctional printing systems (MFPs) in the first half of 2008. 28 Oct 2008
Cadbury South Africa has appointed Ogilvy as creative agency on their chocolate brands - a portfolio that includes global giants Dairy Milk, Lunch Bar, Crunchie, Flake and Milk Tray. 28 Oct 2008
Recognising the vital role retailers can play in the worldwide drive to conserve our precious seafood resources, Woolworths has formulated and is implementing a Sustainable Seafood policy. It has also just become the first South African retailer to sign the Southern African Sustainable Seafood Initiative's (SASSI) Retail Charter. 26 Oct 2008
3M South Africa has launched a new range of office and stationery products to brighten up desks in the home, office and conference venues. 22 Oct 2008
Frisco is expanding their product range with the launch of their new pre-blended drink stick pack range due to reach stores during the month of October. 22 Oct 2008
Renowned towelling product manufacturer, Glodina, is launching a towel that comes with a 10 year guarantee certificate. 21 Oct 2008
Woolworths introduces fun new range of meals for kids. 20 Oct 2008
Wayne van der Merwe has resigned as finance director of apparel retailer Truworths with effect from 16 April 16 2009 to relocate to with his family to Australia, Truworths said today. 17 Oct 2008
The Golden Kaan wine brand has won gold at Veritas, one of South Africa's premier wine awards, announced last Saturday night in Cape Town. 16 Oct 2008
A pre-listing statement for Reinet Investments, the separately-listed investment vehicle being spawned by the restructuring of Swiss based luxury goods group Richemont, was issued on Wednesday, 15 October. 15 Oct 2008
Here's something for whisky lovers who might like to share the gentle taste of Islay this festive season. The elegant and distinctive Bunnahabhain 25-year old is the perfect gift for those who appreciate the finer things in life. 15 Oct 2008
Global brewing giant SABMiller Plc on Tuesday reported 3% growth in lager volumes with organic lager volumes marginally ahead of the prior year (up 1% in the second quarter) for the six months ended September. 14 Oct 2008
Five wines from the Cape Legends portfolio have been selected by SAA's judging panel for serving aboard the national carrier during 2009. Each of the wines will be showcased to Premier Class passengers. 14 Oct 2008
Samsonite's functionality and innovation have been combined to make the Pro-DLX Travel range a great choice any trip you care to make. 10 Oct 2008
A sentiment of millions of mothers across South Africa, which has lead to the insemination and final birth of the Pick n Pay initiative, Mighty Mom, is this, from an unknown writer... "I'd like to be the ideal mother, but I'm too busy raising my kids." 10 Oct 2008
US retail giant Wal-Mart has reported a slowdown in its US sales growth in September and predicted weaker results in October. 10 Oct 2008
Woolworths has launched an extension to its successful ‘world of difference' loyalty program aimed specifically at mothers-to-be and parents (and grandparents) of under 7s. ‘littleworld' offers all the benefits of membership in the ‘world of difference' along with special benefits just for moms and moms-to-be, from expert advice to pampering gifts. 9 Oct 2008
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