80 million young people will benefit from the rise of digital commerce in Africa by 2030, according to a new report released by the Mastercard Foundation in partnership with BFA. 28 Feb 2019
In my last column, I talked about the 6 trends that Shop sees in retail. One of the members of Shop, Katie Kochelek from Frank Mayer and Associates, wrote an article about the 2019 retail marketing and point of purchase (POP) industry trends, which I would like to share with you here. 28 Feb 2019
Diamond and tanzanite merchants, First Diamonds, and privately-owned precious metal refiner Metal Concentratos (MetCon), are collaborating on an invite-only event in Cape Town to support and celebrate the South African jewellery design industry. 28 Feb 2019
France - It is no coincidence that one of the favoured gathering spots of France's "gilets jaunes" protesters is the Champs-Élysées - after all, it's where the icons of globalised luxury are on display, and with them, the ever-widening gap between the haves and have-nots in our society. 27 Feb 2019
As we approach the third month of 2019, some interesting trends are being predicted and already seen, in the retail and online market segment. Considering that December - usually an important sales month - was a tough one for SA retailers, keeping 'on trend' and giving consumers what they want is critical for growth. 27 Feb 2019
International makeup artist to the stars, Sir John, has collaborated with WBeauty to launch a limited edition cosmetics line, titled Volume 1, in South Africa. 27 Feb 2019
If you want to engage customers and drive foot traffic in your store, then an e-commerce presence is essential. It might sound counter-intuitive, but in this modern shopping environment, online and in-store work together, not against each other, to attract and retain customers. 27 Feb 2019
In conjunction with the official launch of TymeBank today, Pick n Pay has announced that Smart Shopper customers with TymeBank accounts will be able to earn extra points - including rewards outside of Pick n Pay. 26 Feb 2019
Franklin Templeton's senior equity analysts across its Growth, Value and Emerging Markets teams compare how three retailing giants tailor technology to fit local customs, lifestyles and payment abilities. 26 Feb 2019
Beer giant Anheuser-Busch, a wholly owned subsidiary of Anheuser-Busch InBev, has announced that San Diego-based spirits and canned cocktail company Cutwater Spirits is joining its Beyond Beer portfolio. 26 Feb 2019
Global sportswear brand Puma has announced a collaboration with The Tetris Company, Inc., that will see Puma's latest RS shoe silhouette sporting a design theme inspired by the iconic video game brand. 26 Feb 2019
Clothing retailer Superbalist on Monday alerted users that a new phishing scam is doing the rounds via SMS and email. 25 Feb 2019
Samsung has opened three physical Experience Stores in major U.S. cities, where customers can to test out products, address repairs and receive one-on-one assistance. 25 Feb 2019
Ezelna Jones, group marketing executive at Burger King® South Africa, explains what it takes to build a global brand in our local market 25 Feb 2019
Sammy Mhaule got his first taste of entrepreneurship as a 14-year-old when he sold ice cream on the streets of Tembisa. Today he supplies sparkling juice to Checkers Hyper in Gauteng and Checkers in the Free State, but the journey from ice cream peddler to business owner hasn't always been smooth sailing. 25 Feb 2019
To reduce unemployment South Africa needs to prioritise labour-intensive work instead of higher wages, write professors Jeremy Seekings and Nicoli Nattrass. 25 Feb 2019
In the UK, there are approximately nine million dogs and almost eight million cats - with around one in two households owning a companion animal. This large pet population is estimated to consume billions of tonnes of meat each year. 22 Feb 2019
Kenya's retail sector is diversifying with the entry of new players and international brands into the market. This is despite the retail sector growing at a "lethargic rate" compared to economic growth in the East African hub in 2018. 22 Feb 2019
It is no secret that local retailers are having a torrid time. The economy remains in the doldrums with investors and consumers spooked by debilitating load shedding, ongoing job cuts and a volatile political environment. Consumers naturally cut back on spending in uncertain times, and retailers are undoubtedly feeling the heat. 22 Feb 2019
Rolfes Leather, a division of JSE-listed, Rolfes Holdings, says that 2019 sees the company explore the beam-house market in Ethiopia. Specialists in leather tanning chemicals and solutions, Rolfes Leather will offer its knowledge, skills and chemical range to this growing market. 21 Feb 2019
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