In an effort to cut down on plastic waste, Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has introduced a 2L returnable bottle made of PET plastic that can be reused up to 14 times. Thereafter they can be recycled and made into new bottles. 6 Feb 2020
With analysts warning of a gloomy outlook for South Africa's beleaguered retail sector, the release of Stats SA's retail sales figures for November 2019 have provided a glimmer of good news. 5 Feb 2020
Cocoa processor and chocolate manufacturer Barry Callebaut is investing in dairy-free product development and production facilities to cater to the demand for plant-based products. 5 Feb 2020
The Competition Tribunal has approved the takeover of the Edcon Store Card debtors book by consumer finance business RCS. 5 Feb 2020
A new online store, Block Basics, has launched in South Africa offering functional and on-trend home decor staples. 4 Feb 2020
Innervation Pan African Payment Solutions (Innervation) has acquired African loyalty business, The Loyalty Box, from Tritech Media for an undisclosed amount. 4 Feb 2020
Edcon has sold South African newsagent and stationery chain CNA to a consortium headed by JSE-listed Astoria Investments. 4 Feb 2020
Like many business sectors in the country, the South African retail industry is battling the effects of stagnant GDP growth and constrained consumer spending. 4 Feb 2020
If repeat business is about regular customers, then loyalty programmes are the mechanism businesses can use to attract and retain these customers. 3 Feb 2020
Toy manufacturer Mattel is launching a series of bio-based plastic products under its construction toy brand, Mega. Mega Bloks, will now feature three preschool building sets - Polar Friends, Safari Friends and Woodland Friends - derived from bio-based resins. 3 Feb 2020
In 25 years, South African tea company Joekels has developed from a small business housed in a garage into a category leader with seven different tea brands. 3 Feb 2020
Hennes & Mauritz AB (H&M) has named Helena Helmersson as its new CEO. The appointment follows a board reshuffle in which outgoing chief executive Karl-Johan Persson stepped down from his role with immediate effect to take over as board chairman, after his father Stefan announced he would relinquish that role. 31 Jan 2020
Lesaffre has inaugurated the Baking Center of its subsidiary Lesaffre Ivoire in Abidjan. The first of its kind in West Africa, the innovation centre was launched to meet growing demand in the region, and aims to support customers in the development of their expertise and new bread-making solutions. 31 Jan 2020
Global fashion brand Mango has opened a 205m² retail space in Sandton City, Johannesburg. The opening marks the reintroduction of free-standing Mango stores into the country since the House of Busby, who owned the brand licence locally, closed all local Mango and Nine West standalone stores in 2017. 31 Jan 2020
Western Cape-based retail chain Brights Hardware has launched an Industrial and Wholesale Suppliers division, the result of a merger with Cape Engineering Supplies. 30 Jan 2020
Glenart, a South African Christmas cracker manufacturing company, has secured an export deal with American retail giant Walmart. The agreement will see the local business directly supplying their confetti-popping crackers to 800 Walmart stores in the US. 30 Jan 2020
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Tiger Brands chief executive officer Lawrence Mac Dougall will be retiring on 31 January, SA's largest food and beverage group announced on Wednesday. 30 Jan 2020
In 2020, the South African coffee landscape will continue to boom. According to Stacey Moss, director at coffee supplier Avanti Coffee Company, this year will see the rebirth of past trends, while new developments will pique the interest of coffee enthusiasts. 29 Jan 2020
Standard Bank has arranged and structured $50m in financing facilities for Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) to support its expansion strategy in Ethiopia over the next five years. 29 Jan 2020
Discerning South Africans are showing new interest in elegant vintage-style cocktails with a next-generation eco-friendly twist... 29 Jan 2020
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