Artificial intelligence (AI), the internet of things (IoT) and other next-generation automation technologies are starting to revolutionise the retail business. One glimpse of the future can be seen in Amazon Go's "Just Walk Out" stores, now open in a handful of major cities in the US. 20 Jun 2019
Looks from Kim Jones's debut summer collection at Dior.
Examining the world's ever-changing stance on things and its subsequent impact on fashion trends is tricky. Luckily for us, WGSN editor and trend feed curator Polly Walters flew all the way from the UK to present the company's trend forecast for spring/summer 2020 at the recent Source Africa in Cape Town. 19 Jun 2019
Bestselling author, Colin Harmon. Image supplied.
Author of the bestseller, What I know About Running Coffee Shops, Colin Harmon, has been announced as one of the speakers at the 2019 FNB Creative Coffee Week, taking place in Durban from 27 to 29 June. 19 Jun 2019
A cross section of Jumia leadership team with some of the participants at the Jumia Women & Youth Empowerment Programme. Image supplied.
Online shopping destination, Jumia is empowering resident women in Lagos to deepen e-commerce penetration in Nigeria through Women & Youth Empowerment Programme. 18 Jun 2019
Ecobank named ‘Best Retail Bank in Africa’ at African Banker Awards. (Source: Ecobank)
The prestigious African Banker Awards has named Ecobank the Best Retail Bank in Africa for 2019. 18 Jun 2019
Joe Schofield, reigning International Bartender of The Year 2018. Image supplied.
"International Bartender of The Year 2018" Joe Schofield, is one of the more recognised names in the global bar industry, is set to land on South Africa's shores June 2019. 14 Jun 2019
Children are becoming more active adopters of e-commerce sites. Their interest in online shopping has more than tripled in the last 12 months - from 2% to 9%. This is according to Kaspersky's annual report on kids' safety, which is based on anonymised statistics from Kaspersky products with parental control functionality. 14 Jun 2019
On the 25th and 26th June 2019, South Africa will host one of its most influential conferences that is forecasted to uncover novel ideas to assist African manufacturers to adapt to the rapidly changing online business environment. The Manufacturing Indaba will host esteemed economists, policymakers, academics and industrialists who together, can carve out a regional and international strategy to explore Africa's untapped potential in its manufacturing sector. 14 Jun 2019
Working with unique South African flavour combinations, experimenting with different ingredients, measurements and cooking styles, but most of all family fun, were the highlights at the Secret Tribe Chief Cook competition recently held at Silwood School of Cookery in Rondebosch, Cape Town. 13 Jun 2019
The Cold Room at Canada Goose stores like this one in Short Hills, NJ, US, lets shoppers experience cold temperatures as they try on outerwear. Photo courtesy of Canada Goose.
Human beings have a tendency to seek routines. Especially as we grow older, the more we become accustomed to performing tasks a certain way, the harder it is for us to try something new. Brands and retailers invest time and money in studying the best ways to convince habitual shoppers to try new brands and products; ironically, these same brands and retailers often fail to recognise their own resistance to change. 12 Jun 2019
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Celebrating its tenth anniversary this year, Engen Pitch & Polish, a national entrepreneurial workshop and competition programme are calling on entries. 12 Jun 2019
Woolworths has snapped up two prestigious international awards in emerging categories in digital, tech, experiential and data-driven marketing for their visual merchandising windows, and creative content for their 2018 Christmas campaign respectively. 12 Jun 2019
Yuppiechef Waterfront Store. Image supplied.
Yuppiechef has announced the opening of two new stores in Johannesburg later this month happening on the same day. 11 Jun 2019
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Unilever has launched its online store on Jumia dubbed the 'Everyday Essentials Store'. The online store houses some of the company's fast-selling brands, such as Close-up Red Hot and Herbal lines, Knorr, Lifebuoy, Lux, Pepsodent, Sunlight, Vaseline, and Shea Moisture. 11 Jun 2019
Venturing into new business opportunities, entrepreneurs continue being attracted to the tried and tested franchising concept, which can withstand the harshest economic circumstances. 11 Jun 2019
Factory of the Year has announced the shortlisted finalists for the inaugural FOTY competition. 10 Jun 2019
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A group of small and micro business owners gathered at a quarterly vendor board meeting with key leaders of Jumia in Lagos recently. Here, the sellers said that they were confident that Jumia will continue helping their businesses achieve significant growth. 10 Jun 2019
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Superbalist has announced the launch of its own private label, Superbalist. 7 Jun 2019
Bridging the gap between management vision and employee engagement in the delivery of customer experience has become a major challenge for businesses around the world. 7 Jun 2019
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