Kenyan parenting support platform MumsVillage has launched an online store. The MumsVillageShop features a curated range of genuine local and global parenting and baby brands. 27 Jun 2019
South African margarine and spreads brand, Sunshine D, is sporting a refreshed taste and packaging design. Sunshine D is one of the premier brands of Willowton Group, a South African family-owned FMCG company best known for its edible oil products. 26 Jun 2019
The Produce Marketing Association's (PMA's) Fresh Connections: Southern Africa Conference and Trade Show is the only annual event in southern Africa connecting the entire fresh produce supply chain. This year, Fresh Connections: Southern Africa will be taking place from 30 to 31 July in Cape Town at the Century City Conference Centre. 26 Jun 2019
One of the country's most recognised and loved home brands has given South Africans a whole new world of healthier options to keep taste buds tantalised and tummies satisfied. This year, adults and kids alike get to experience the same great taste with a healthier twist- perfect for the whole family! 26 Jun 2019
Polly Walters from WGSN recently outlined some of the trends the company has been tracking for womenswear in the lead up to spring/summer 2020. 26 Jun 2019
An important attribute that South Africa can take away from the success of Special Economic Zones (SEZ) at a global level is the importance of collaboration between key public and private stakeholders to attract Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), boost economic growth and industrialisation. 26 Jun 2019
Liquor stores and shoe stores are among South Africa's most lucrative independent retail categories, and Cape Town independent stores enjoy average transaction values up to 49% higher than retailers in Johannesburg. This is according to new global research by Vend, a cloud-based retail software platform for independent retailers. 26 Jun 2019
Orms, the South African photographic equipment and digital printing supplier, recently collaborated with 16 talented local designers to launch a limited-edition range of wallpapers. 25 Jun 2019
Plant-based eating is all the rage these days, but two young entrepreneurs knew the potential four years ago, when they developed a legume pasta in their home kitchen. At the time, they realised they didn't have a rolling pin and reached for an empty red wine bottle. After a happy dance to celebrate their new creation, the duo plotted to grow their business. 25 Jun 2019
The City of Cape Town's annual Informal Economy Summit held at City Hall this past weekend drew more than 300 traders, trader organisations and small businesses represented by their relevant associations. Cape Town's informal economy sustains about 140,000 individuals by providing much-needed income for vulnerable households. 25 Jun 2019
Woolworths has confirmed that its in-house beauty brand, WBeauty, is now 100% vegan. The transformation to vegan beauty includes all WBeauty skin care and colour cosmetics, as well as its bath and body ranges, fragrances, nail polishes, cosmetic bags and beauty accessories. 25 Jun 2019
Figure Forms is the number 1 technical and fit mannequin supplier in the Southern Hemisphere, not only supplying all the retail giants in SA, but also a force to be reckoned with in Europe, the UK, Asia and the Middle East, amongst others. Meagan Duckitt finds out from Figure Forms directors, brothers Ross and Rory Millam, how the Cape Town-based manufacturer keeps thriving after 30 years. 24 Jun 2019
Pernod Ricard has acquired Italian super-premium gin brand Malfy Gin for an undisclosed sum. Malfy joins the liquor giant's independent unit, The Gin Hub, and its portfolio of premium gin brands including Beefeater, Plymouth and Seagram's. 24 Jun 2019
Canal Walk Shopping Centre's top retailers were recognised at its Retail Excellence Awards, an annual celebratory event that acknowledges tenants who have provided superior levels of retail performance and customer service. 24 Jun 2019
The ability to manufacture 'just enough' stock to cover orders and deliver 'just enough' product to every retailer is the optimal supply chain scenario in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry. 24 Jun 2019
Thabisa Mkhwanazi, KFC Africa's public affairs director with Amanda Esterhuysen, Origins museum director. Image supplied.
KFC South Africa has officially announced the removal of plastic straws in over 900 restaurants across South Africa, helping to eliminate 60 million plastic straws a year. 21 Jun 2019
- Anouk Sijmonsma is the Produce Marketing Association's (PMA's) regional vice president for Asia, Africa, Europe and Australia/New Zealand. 20 Jun 2019
Vilakazi Street came alive as it was transformed into the epitome of youth culture hustle, echoing the entrepreneurial and creative spirit of 2019 which celebrated a youth on the rise. With the powerful backing by American Express, The Box Shop June 16 Food Market celebrated its second year of the partnership. 20 Jun 2019
BMi Research has appointed Kevin Kruger its new chief executive officer. Kevin joins the company from IRi Africa, and takes over from former BMi Research CEO, Gareth Pearson, who has successfully led the renowned research organisation for the past 19 years. 20 Jun 2019
Vertical stripes and a new take on check at Acne Studios. Image credit: Acne Studios
Are you unsure of the spring/summer 2020 trends and how best to utilise them for your new menswear collections? Well, we've got you covered. WGSN fashion and beauty editor Polly Walters recently summarised the season's key colours, patterns, items and more at the Source Africa in Cape Town. 20 Jun 2019
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