Mr Price Group has been approved for a secondary listing on A2X Markets and its shares will be available for trade on A2X from 2 May 2019. 24 Apr 2019
Your own voice will likely become the most significant focus for food retailers and restaurants over the next little while. Voice searches are increasingly becoming the norm. A recent study suggests that more than 50% of all online searches will be voice-activated by 2020. 23 Apr 2019
The latest Symantec's Internet Security Threat Report lists formjacking as one of the most dangerous attacks in the history of cybercrime. About 4,800 websites get infected with formjacking software every month globally. 23 Apr 2019
Health food chain Kauai has launched a new app that lets customers order ahead, skip the queue and earn rewards. 23 Apr 2019
Clicks Group is planning a capital investment of R700 million over the next financial year, split across the store and pharmacy network, and group infrastructure to support the increased scale of the business. The group will accelerate its store expansion programme by opening 41 new stores in the financial year, well ahead of the targeted 25 to 30 stores. 23 Apr 2019
So which Easter tradition came first? The packaging or the egg? The answer is of course not that surprising (it's the egg). The tradition of giving people eggs at spring time has roots in ancient pagan festivals and exists in the history of a range of religions. 18 Apr 2019
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As Easter approaches, all over the world orders ramp up for chocolate bunnies and Easter eggs. But, have you ever thought about where chocolate comes from and its environmental impact? 18 Apr 2019
A mother and entrepreneur, Shannon McLaughlin is the founder of South African babywear brand Ubuntu Baba. If the company name rings a bell, it's because McLaughlin's small business made headlines for its successful 'David-vs-Goliath' battle with Woolworths. 18 Apr 2019
Hyprop Investments-owned Canal Walk Shopping Centre is set to undergo a multi-million-rand renovation, which will see a revamp of its food court and the inclusion of a new attraction, The Ratanga Family Entertainment Centre. According to the centre, the renovation is driven by global trends, an increased demand for food experiences and a focus on family entertainment. 18 Apr 2019
Three young design students - one from Kenya, one from Italy and one from the Czech Republic - have been named winners of the Bata Young Designers' Challenge 2019. They will all see their design-proposal sneakers put into production and sold at selected Bata stores across the world. Scores of exciting design talents had entered the contest. The winners were announced at Bata Fashion Weekend, held in Prague on 13 April at Zofin Palace during the VIP evening show, with people around the world watching via livestream. 18 Apr 2019
Checkers hot cross buns have garnered extra attention on social media following the release of a video in which a false-positive breathalyser reading was recorded for a police officer. 18 Apr 2019
Euromonitor International's new report, 'How to optimise your pricing strategy using e-commerce data', looks at how building an effective pricing strategy is critical to the successful sales and marketing of any product. 17 Apr 2019
Pernod Ricard is delighted to announce the signing of the agreement with Biggar & Leith for the acquisition of the Italian super-premium gin brand Malfy. 17 Apr 2019
Looking Good LCN, a South African cosmetics manufacturer and beauty service trainer, has launched a 3-month mentorship programme aimed at aspiring nail technicians. 17 Apr 2019
Price is the most delicate element of the marketing mix, and much thought goes into setting prices to nudge us towards spending more. 17 Apr 2019
A banging catwalk show, an inspiring shoe exhibition, a fascinating and nostalgic pop-up museum - this was Bata Fashion Weekend 2019. The fashion footwear giant showcased its latest ranges and collections, including the Italian Collection, Chinese Collection, Asia Pacific Collection, and its technological ranges Bata Flexible, Bata Light and Bata Insolia. Also, on show was the Bata Heritage range and the world premiere of the new Power Mello sneaker. The event also featured the finale of the Bata Young Designers' Challenge. The shoe spectacular took place in Prague on 13-14 April at the historic Zofin Palace, as Bata celebrated its 125th anniversary. Join us on this shoe review... 16 Apr 2019
What does it mean to South African online fashion retailer Zando now that its holding company Jumia has listed on the New York Stock Exchange? 16 Apr 2019
H&M has announced its first African collaboration with South African designer, Palesa Mokubung and her fashion label, Mantsho. The collection, to be made available from 15 August this year, will be sold in all South African stores as well as exclusive flagships around the world and all H&M online markets. 16 Apr 2019
US-based food producer Campbell Soup Company has agreed to sell Bolthouse Farms to an affiliate of private equity firm Butterfly Equity, for $510 million in cash. The deal marks the divestiture of the entire Campbell Fresh division. 16 Apr 2019
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