In her role as franchise operations director: rest of sub-Saharan Africa at KFC South Africa, Letlhogonolo 'Nolo' Thobejane travels the length and breadth of the continent overseeing restaurant operations and significantly contributing to the success of the KFC brand in Africa. 31 Aug 2020
Full menu now available for curbside and in-store pick up 31 Aug 2020
The Fashion Hatchery, the new fashion-focused division within The Startup Hatchery, has launched a fashion entrepreneurship programme aimed at aspiring or existing fashion entrepreneurs looking to build a sustainable fashion brand. 31 Aug 2020
Globally, the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market had to quickly adjust to the challenges that came with conducting a business in a world of social distancing, hand sanitiser and masks. 28 Aug 2020
Taryn Gill left behind an established career in marketing, working at some of South Africa's largest media companies, to develop and launch her own haircare brand. The Perfect Hair was created to plug a gap in the local marketplace for quality, natural haircare products formulated with curly and coily hair textures in mind. 28 Aug 2020
During the pandemic and related lockdown, many South Africans are struggling to afford the basics, from soap and sanitiser - which are crucial to prevent the spread of Covid-19 - to sanitaryware. New digital gift vouchers from Clicks make it easier to send money for essential hygiene items, healthcare services and over-the-counter medicines to those who need it most. 28 Aug 2020
As we well know, Covid-19 will have an enduring impact on the economy and accelerate the shift to digital. The time is right now for organisations to leverage changes in customer behaviour and preferences, and begin reassessing their digital strategy to realign misguided customer journeys and revive or create new-age digital products. 27 Aug 2020
As part of its alcohol harm-reduction initiatives, the South African liquor industry is working with Community Policing Forums (CPF) in targeted hotspot areas in four provinces. The initiative, called Project Mpipa, aims to assist CPF to step up their compliance monitoring and reduce the incidents of alcohol-related gender-based violence (GBV). 27 Aug 2020
Eighteen-year-old student Delano Jasper from Wellington in the Western Cape was announced the winner of the 28th annual Championship Boerewors competition 27 Aug 2020
Local fashion brand Refinery has launched an online store, making it the first brand from Pepkor Group to take the leap into e-commerce. 26 Aug 2020
A geographical indication is defined in the TRIPS Agreement as an indicator that identifies a particular product as originating from a particular region or locality, where a given quality, reputation or other characteristic of the product is essentially attributable to its geographical origin. Examples of such indications are Champagne, Tequila, Karoo Lamb and Rooibos. 26 Aug 2020
In the interest of knowledge sharing, Danfoss South Africa's Cooling team has embarked on a virtual training curriculum geared to address a broad range of refrigeration content. The Danfoss Refrigeration Academy is targeted at the general public, with no cost to attendees. 26 Aug 2020
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed our world irrevocably in a matter of months. Some scientists now predict that the pandemic could continue for as long as two years and will begin to subside only when about 70% of the global population has developed immunity. 26 Aug 2020
Grasshoppers has launched a new footwear collection, called Tint, that incorporates new leather technology while still honouring the heritage of the signature moccasin style. 25 Aug 2020
Soweto-born Tinyiko Mageza has spent the last 14 years feeding her passion for insights-led and purpose-driven marketing across industries including FMCG, financial services and property development. Currently, Mageza is the executive manager of marketing for the V&A Waterfront, one of South Africa's most dynamic neighbourhoods and popular tourist attractions. 25 Aug 2020
When it comes to buying power in South Africa, women come out on top. Although they are more likely to be unemployed and earn less than their male counterparts, research has found that women hold the buying power in most South African households. 25 Aug 2020
Edcon announced that it has signed the purchase agreement for the sale of "parts of Edgars" to Durban-based competitor Retailability Pty (Ltd) for an undisclosed sum. The number of Edgars stores involved in the transaction have not been stated. 25 Aug 2020
Pep, the largest single brand clothing retailer in Africa, has unveiled a new look for its brand. The refreshed branding is being rolled out systematically across more than 2,350 stores and will be expressed in every touchpoint across Pep, Pep Cell and Pep Home. 24 Aug 2020
Famous Brands has sold its controlling 51% stake in boutique café brand, Tashas, to the founding Sideris family, who hold the remaining 49%. 24 Aug 2020
Checkers' popular Little Garden collectables promotion is back by popular demand, with 24 new locally-produced, season-appropriate and bee-friendly seedling kits to collect - including 10 vegetables, 8 flowers and 6 herbs. 24 Aug 2020
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