Checkers' new range of Ready-To-Cook convenience meals, as well as its butcher's premium pork and matured beef ranges, have received the South African Chefs Association's (SACA) stamp of approval. 1 Sep 2016
Lancewood has added to its cheese range with the launch of its new cheese spreads - Cheddar and Sweetmilk full cream cheese - in convenient tubs. 1 Sep 2016
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) is upgrading its Phoenix Industrial Park plant at an estimated cost of R205m, to boost production capacity and speed up turnaround times... 1 Sep 2016
Central Square is scheduled to open in Pretoria at Menlyn Maine later this month. 1 Sep 2016
Mugg & Bean will be adding lemon meringue cupcakes to its menu for the month of September 2016, offering consumers a simple and sweet way to help change and save lives. 1 Sep 2016
The cool thing about a trend is setting it, not playing catch-up. And South African craft gins are right at the front of the pack, leading the revival of the white spirit. 31 Aug 2016
The integration of RCL Foods' former subsidiaries (Foodcorp, Rainbow, TSB and Vector Logistics) into 'One RCL Foods' has been crucial in its move towards a more balanced portfolio. In its financial results for the year ended 30 June 2016, the group saw strong groceries growth in consumer division and solid performance from logistics division. There is a move towards a stronger, more balanced portfolio, because of significant progress with our strategic thrusts, with lowered dependency on the chicken and sugar business units. 31 Aug 2016
The Pick n Pay's Super Animals app, which has been on the Top 10 download list since the launch of the Super Animals campaign in mid-July, has reached the 200,000 download mark within six weeks. 31 Aug 2016
The beverage industry's claims that a tax on sugary drinks will destroy tens of thousands of jobs in SA is unfounded, as consumers are likely to switch to alternative products, according to analysis published on Monday, 29 August 2016, by Trade and Industrial Strategies (TIPS). 30 Aug 2016
"There is absolutely no such thing as a perfect fit, but there is something called a right fit," said Andrea Kleinloog, co-founder of Anatomy Design, introducing her talk on 'Partnerships: Finding the perfect fit' at the Johannesburg version of Business of Design earlier this month. 30 Aug 2016
Jack 'Fire' is set to turn up the heat in South Africa, as Jack Daniel's releases its 'hottest' new member. 30 Aug 2016
Juanita van Zyl, owner of Shalom Orphanage, Patricia Sefuthi, Heidelberg Mall marketing officer, and children from Shalom Orphanage.
The Heidelberg community has donated over 1,000 pairs of shoes towards the Heidelberg Mall's ongoing Shoe Collection Drive to provide shoes for those in need. 30 Aug 2016
At the SABC Commercial Enterprises' Women's Month event, held late last week, Ntombenhle Khathwane, owner and founder of Afrobotanics motivated the audience with her journey of perseverance to create a retail success story. 30 Aug 2016
The growing omni-channel fulfilment costs are forcing a significant number of retailers to increase minimum order values and home delivery costs, as few are running their store and online operations collectively. These findings are highlighted in CEO Viewpoint 2016: The Journey to Profitable Omni-Channel Commerce. 30 Aug 2016
The festive season is fast approaching and so is an eager crowd of highly connected consumers. According to eMarketer, total 2016 holiday sales are predicted to increase just 2% over last year, while e-commerce sales will rise 13%. This year, retailers must up the ante across their digital channels to earn the recognition - and wallets - of consumers. 29 Aug 2016
Yes, it's that time of the year again - it's the 20th Annual Congress of the South African Council of Shopping Centres (SACSC) and its taking place from Wednesday, 7th to Friday, 9th September 2016 at the Sandton Convention Centre. Two thousand professionals in South Africa's rapidly growing retail industry have signed up to exhibit their products and connect with others. We will be joining them and we couldn't be more excited. 29 Aug 2016
The Bic Clic ballpoint pen celebrates 60 years of smooth writing by releasing a limited edition silver and gold Bic Clic pen pack that benefits underprivileged children. 29 Aug 2016
Three Ships Whisky has launched a limited edition 10-year-old single malt that carries a 2005 vintage statement. It follows the successful release of the first single malt launched in 2003 and the collector's tin series over a three-year period in 2010, 2011 and 2012. 29 Aug 2016
Cerebos has launched Cerebos Lite Salt, which contains 65% sodium chloride with 35% potassium chloride, a salt alternative that will allow consumers to make healthy lifestyle choices to reduce their salt intake. 29 Aug 2016
Heineken is launching Strongbow Apple Cider in South Africa this month, offering more variety and choice, including Gold Apple, Original Dry and Red Berries. 29 Aug 2016
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