Nestlé is launching a new 'cook from raw' 100% plant-based burger in Europe this month. The burger forms part of the Garden Gourmet range, and is made with natural protein from soy and wheat. 8 Apr 2019
In an age where leisure time is an increasingly precious commodity, customers are placing an even greater premium on convenience. While there are multiple societal factors driving this change, perhaps the most significant is the pressure we feel to make the most of our limited leisure time. That makes convenience a critical driver of decision making, particularly when it involves a purchase. 8 Apr 2019
Beyoncé Knowles has signed a partnership with Adidas, which will see the singer become a creative partner to the company, developing new apparel and footwear across the performance and lifestyle categories. 8 Apr 2019
According to the latest Fasa (Franchise Association of South Africa) survey, more franchises are choosing to be located at a shopping centre or mall. 8 Apr 2019
Hair care giant, Sta-Sof-Fro, is one of the leading brands in hair fashion in Africa. The local cosmetic chain will have an interactive stand showcasing their wide range of products at Beauty Revolution- a two-day beauty festival taking place on 6-7 April 2019 at Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg. 4 Apr 2019
Akhona Qengqe, transformation director, KFC and chairperson of Fasa.
New Fasa chair, Akhona Qengqe says growing and empowering the SME and franchise sector will be at the centre of her tenure as chair of the Franchise Association for 2019 and 2020. 4 Apr 2019
Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) have the potential to shake up the customer experience by individualising retailers' offers and enabling customers to visualise products in different settings. By 2020, 100 million consumers will shop in AR online and in-store, according to Gartner. 4 Apr 2019
Alongside local African authorities, HP's ACF team have conducted two highly successful operations to stop the trade of counterfeit cartridges for HP printers across Uganda and Mozambique. 4 Apr 2019
Checkers shoppers will again have the opportunity to support small-scale food gardens at selected stores across South Africa. Image supplied.
Checkers is hosting it's fourth Market Day on Thursday, 4 April presenting an opportunity for customers to support local food gardens as all proceeds go to the garden, which in most cases have commercial ambitions. 3 Apr 2019
Burger King, known for meaty excess like its 1,150-calorie Bacon King sandwich, is now selling a plant-based burger. 2 Apr 2019
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Puma and First Mile will launch a sustainable sportswear collection by collecting plastic bottles to produce recycled polyester. 2 Apr 2019
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April Fool's Day has come and gone, but we should nurture the creativity involved in putting together some of the more elaborate ideas. Here's a round-up of some of the best retail industry April Fool's Day pranks we've seen this time around, and why we shouldn't rule out seeing similar innovation for real in the future. 2 Apr 2019
While there's pessimism in the air with regards to global product sales, every day there are also groundbreaking changes being implemented by brands and activists who genuinely want to be the change when it comes to sustainability. Influencers and businesses are seeking to establish new markets through innovation, leveraging their ideas and products to help fight climate change. 2 Apr 2019
Global snack company Mondelez International, Inc. has announced plans of adding the message 'Helping Farmers to Grow' on its chocolate products, in considering environmental, social and ethical factors when choosing where to source key ingredients, such as cocoa. 2 Apr 2019
Ovens can easily accumulate grime from products that don't do the job properly. In fact, if the wrong product is used to clean ovens, it can lead to unpleasant burning odours. As much as cleaning your oven is important, many products require you to hold your breath or cover your mouth - as you try to keep those toxic odorous fumes away. 1 Apr 2019
Nielsen Bases director Esti Prinsloo, who spoke at the Power of Mom Conference, explained that women hold the power when it comes to purchase decisions and their choices change as they go through different life stages. 1 Apr 2019
In modern retail, a little digital intervention to heighten customer experience is not just welcomed, it's necessary. Coricraft knows this. That's why the southern African furniture retailer is weaving digital elements into its physical stores, enhancing the in-store environment and making the path to purchase simpler and faster. 1 Apr 2019
In #FreshOnTheShelf, we round up some of our favourite food and beverage products that have hit the shelves recently. 29 Mar 2019
The launch of the Africa Plastics Recycling Alliance by consumer goods companies including Diageo, Unilever, The Coca Cola Company and Nestlé is not a cure-all for the plastic crisis, says Greenpeace Africa plastics project lead Renée Olende. 29 Mar 2019
Over the years, South Africa has seen significant growth in convenience stores moving to the forecourt. Catering for the demand for speedy, on-the-go and emergency purchases, the forecourt convenience retail sector has carved out a thriving niche for itself. But what has enabled this growth? 29 Mar 2019
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