Since leaving one's home now comes with the additional risk of contracting the Covid-19 virus, online shopping has become the new retail therapy. For some of the country's online businesses, this situation has led to a notable spike in sales. 13 Aug 2020
Game has introduced a clothing range, called 'Stylessentials', to 22 stores across the country. According to the retailer, the launch comes as customers actively seek value alternatives for essential items like clothing during turbulent economic times. 13 Aug 2020
Diageo, one of the world's largest producers of spirits and beers, has cut greenhouse gas emissions from its direct operations by 509,000 metric tonnes, delivering on its commitment to reduce absolute emissions by 50%. 13 Aug 2020
Twenty-something Transkei native Zizipho Ntobongwana is the bold young businesswoman behind Sheba Feminine, a local range of biodegradable sanitary products made from organic cotton. 12 Aug 2020
With a vision to uplift, African Smiles has launched a collection of 16 fabric face masks created by talented local designers. The masks celebrate South African creativity and each one holds a unique message of hope and happiness, while expressing the beauty and friendliness of the hidden smile behind the mask. 12 Aug 2020
A new global report, titled 'The Future of Retail: Opportunities for Brands in the New Normal', highlights challenges and opportunities for retailers as the Covid-19 pandemic drives permanent shifts in consumer behaviour now and beyond the holiday season. 12 Aug 2020
Five businesses in desperate need of e-commerce infrastructure, stand a chance to win an online set-up to the value of R250,000. 11 Aug 2020
South Africa has among the highest levels of intimate partner violence in the world. With lockdown, many women and young girls who are in abusive or violent situations have been more trapped and isolated than before. The Body Shop is calling on South Africans to show their solidarity to those isolated with an abuser by sharing the hashtag #IsolatedNotAlone. 11 Aug 2020
The South African alcohol industry has noted the concerns raised by spiritsEurope regarding imbalances in trade between South Africa and the European Union (EU), as a result of the continued prohibition on the sale of alcohol in SA. 11 Aug 2020
South Africa's packaging industry could decline by more than 9% in 2020 as a result of severely impaired disposable income following the national lockdown enforced as a response to the coronavirus. 11 Aug 2020
Pick n Pay Clothing is launching limited, exclusive collections in collaboration with promising young South African designers. This project is the result of a partnership between the retailer and award-winning fashion designer, Gavin Rajah, who will mentor the designers and help them create exclusive collections for PnP Clothing in the coming months. 11 Aug 2020
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During this time of immense disruption to the economy, business leaders across industry sectors agree that technology and a strategic shaping of digital programmes is critical to SA's recovery. What innovations are needed in the retail sector to make businesses survive in our new reality? 7 Aug 2020
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Food Lover's Market's fourth annual Hunger Month campaign raised funds equating to 1,030,888 meals, exceeding the fresh produce retailer's 1 million meal target for 2020. Distributed by long-time NPO partner FoodForward SA, these food donations helped feed vulnerable, food-insecure South Africans who have been disproportionately affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. 7 Aug 2020
If there is a silver lining in the dark cloud that is Covid-19, it's the unity that has arisen amongst government, businesses, communities and individuals working towards the same goal of managing the crisis and supporting those most in need. 7 Aug 2020
On Women's Day, 9 August, township taverns in South Africa will roll out a programme to help combat the scourge of gender-based violence and femicide (GBV&F). Dubbed 'Tavern Dialogues', the initiative aims to empower both men and women to address GBV&F in their communities. 7 Aug 2020
Do you know where your coffee comes from? The Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of knowing about our supply chains. Here, a woman carries harvested coffee beans in a coffee plantation in Mount Gorongosa, Mozambique, in August 2019. (AP Photo/Tsvangirayi Mukwazhi)
Six months ago, you may not have thought much about where your groceries were produced. But chances are you're thinking about it now. 6 Aug 2020
In the 21st century, e-commerce is a pervasive and ever-growing part of our everyday lives. From global leaders in the game like AliExpress, eBay and Shopify; to local brands connecting their products to consumers all across the country; the ability to present high-quality, 'real-feel' images is a crucial part of connecting with audiences; drawing their interest and providing an online shopping experience that they'll want to return to. Now, local fashion legends Tshepo Jeans partnered up with leaders in e-commerce visual solutions, Studio[K]irmack : whose range of world class, cutting edge technology will elevate the beloved denim brand's online store from a digital adaption of their top class in-store service; to an e-commerce experience to rival any fashion label around the world. 6 Aug 2020
Diesel is the latest fashion company to join the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), a global not-for-profit organisation and the largest cotton sustainability programme in the world. 6 Aug 2020
Crocs South Africa has launched a Virtual Shopping experience, catering to consumers who may be approaching shopping malls with trepidation during the ongoing pandemic. 6 Aug 2020
L'Oréal Paris has partnered with South African NGO People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA) on the EmpoweRED campaign, which aims to raise funds to assist women affected by gender-based violence (GBV). 5 Aug 2020
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