To support World Hunger Day on 28 May 2017, FoodForward SA will feed one hungry South African for every bag of Tru-Cape apples sold at Food Lover's Market stores in South Africa, during the month of May. 4 May 2017
This weekend, 5-6 May 2017, the FairPlay anti-dumping movement will address a select gathering of African and global business leaders in Durban at the Initiative for Global Development (IGD), which fosters greater strategic investment in Africa. The Spring Frontier 100 Forum in Durban will focus on tackling youth unemployment in Africa through private sector job growth and skills development. 4 May 2017
The National Consumer Tribunal handed down judgment against Edcon on Tuesday that the club fee charged by Edcon to its credit customers was unlawful and in contravention of the National Credit Act (NCA). 3 May 2017
South African manufacturer of branded tissue products, The Twinsaver Group (Twinsaver), has announced the acquisition of Sylko, a supplier of disposable and recyclable household products. The acquisition, which is subject to regulatory and Competition Commission approval, builds on Twinsaver's commitment to extend its footprint and expand its offering as a large-scale FMCG business. 3 May 2017
Egyptian online grocery service GoodsMart has raised US$750,000 in funding from Algebra Ventures, which will go towards growing its operational capacity, increasing service coverage in Cairo and raising awareness. 3 May 2017
While bots are hard at work behind the scenes, and becoming more visible in some parts of the front-office too, they're unlikely to oust human beings. This is according to Jan Moganwa, chief executive: customer solutions at Absa Retail and Business Banking. 3 May 2017
Checkers has added Osso Bucco and Tomato & Green Bean Bredie to its Ready-To-Cook range of convenience meals, in time for the colder winter months. 3 May 2017
A new e-book, A New Store Excellence Scorecard has been released that defines the three pillars to measure store performance and new associated KPIs, which provide a foundation to evaluate business results better. 2 May 2017
Fry Family Food Co. has launched a plant-based, gluten-free breakfast cereal called Kasha. Available nationwide from June 2017, it can be mixed with hot or cold water or dairy-free milk of one's choice, and enjoyed as a cereal, smoothie or snacking option. 2 May 2017
The Mall of Africa, the Attacq flagship shopping mall, celebrated its first birthday on 28 April 2017. Since opening day, it has posted sales of R3.4 billion for the 11 months of trading to March 2017 and has had over 13 million people in the same period. 2 May 2017
On CNN Marketplace Africa aired late last week, Eleni Giokos interviewed Whitey Basson, former CEO of Shoprite, about how Africa's largest food retailer has grown over nearly four decades. 2 May 2017
One of SA's largest shopping centres, Mall of Africa, celebrated its first anniversary on Wednesday, saying its central position in Gauteng had boosted trade figures. 2 May 2017
SAN FRANCISCO, US: Amazon's digital assistant Alexa is being transformed into a fashionista in a new device that was unveiled Wednesday. 2 May 2017
Hammerson, which is the largest property stock on the JSE, is considered by analysts as one of the most undervalued stocks with significant upside potential. 28 Apr 2017
NEW YORK, US - Coca-Cola reported lower earnings Tuesday on restructuring costs and flat volumes as it touts new low-sugar beverages in response to flagging demand for soda. 28 Apr 2017
They are the country's biggest-selling frozen beef patties but a close look at the packaging reveals that they are not very beefy at all - just 36% beef. 25 Apr 2017
Refurbishment project at the Wedge shopping centre
The Wedge shopping centre in Morningside, Sandton, owned and developed by the Public Investment Corporation (Government Employees Pension Fund), is undergoing a refurbishment, which will be completed by December 2017. 25 Apr 2017
Screengrab from the Clicks health hub.
Clicks has maintained its operating margins despite a heavy promotional market and depressed economy. 25 Apr 2017
The owners of Kenilworth Racecourse in Cape Town, home of the Met and the Queen's Plate, want to build up to 500 homes, a hotel and a restaurant on about 8ha of the property. 24 Apr 2017
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