Pick n Pay Small Supplier Awards 2022 winners, with Pick n Pay's head of ESD Mishinga Seyuba Kombo (centre). Source: Supplied
Five small local businesses have been recognised in Pick n Pay's 2022 Small Supplier of the Year Awards, which honours the SMMEs that have excelled in the retailer's Enterprise and Supplier Development programme this year. 28 Nov 2022
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FNB customers spent more on Black Friday purchases this year than they have in four years, with spending on Friday, 25 November exceeding R3bn. More than R2.4bn of this was spent in-store (card-present), whereas over R670m was for online shopping (card-not-present). 28 Nov 2022
Price will be paramount this holiday season as shoppers grow increasingly concerned about inflated costs and tighter budgets, reveals a new Oracle Retail Retail Shopper Outlook: Consumer Research 2022 report. According to the study, 77% of consumers already have, or plan to, shop early to ensure they can get the items they want and have more time to shop for deals. 28 Nov 2022
Electronics, appliances, beauty and fashion, drove the bulk of sales over this year's Black Friday weekend, with mobile payments comprising 70% of total sales transactions versus 30% on desktop, according to payment gateway PayFast. 28 Nov 2022
A new study reveals that millennials and Gen Zs in South Africa are prepared to pay a premium for health products, however they are sceptical when it comes to health food labels from brands that claim to be healthier alternatives. 25 Nov 2022
When we interact with companies online, just how comfortable are we about sharing information about ourselves that can be used to theoretically provide us with a more personalised service? It's not just a conundrum we face as consumers, but also one faced by the companies with which we interact. 25 Nov 2022
The Food Lover's Market Group, South Africa's largest privately-owned retailer, has invested R20m into refurbishing its Weskus Mall store in the Western Cape. The revamp forms part of the group's R400m investment into store development. 25 Nov 2022
From a whimsical off-the-shoulder gown in the softest of organza to a striking red-carpet inspired ballgown, an eye-catching Jacquard embossed dress in the most serene of blues and onto an attention-grabbing ensemble in fuchsia and tangerine, four of SA's top designers have revealed their alluring designs at the launch of the Comfort Scent-sory Fashion Auction. 25 Nov 2022
Global convenience retail franchise brand Circle K has landed in South Africa, with the first store opened in Pretoria yesterday, 24 November. The launch marks the beginning of a multi-store rollout planned for the coming months and is part of a bigger forecourt deal with Puma Energy, which will allow Circle K to benefit from the fuel retailer's 100-plus site footprint across SA. 25 Nov 2022
Against a backdrop of tough economic conditions, with rising inflation and interest rates, there will likely be less non-discretionary spending among South African consumers and therefore a subdued Black Friday shopping season, states RMB's senior retail coverage banker Debbie Law. 24 Nov 2022
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Mr Price Group Ltd posted slower half-year sales growth on Thursday, 24 November, impacted by power cuts, the disruption of replacing a software system and a delay to the pandemic grant payments its low-income shoppers depend on. 24 Nov 2022
The first Jet Cellular standalone store opened at the Cosmo Mall in Gauteng on 24 November. More Jet Cellular store launches will follow this December at Jubilee Crossing, Diepsloot Mall, Hebron Mall and Umlazi as the retail brand expands its footprint in the mobile market. 24 Nov 2022
Started in 2014, The Alternative Power Beverage Company was established in 2014 with the aim of producing energy drinks and sodas to satisfy the unique demands of a varied market. The company has cultivated a distinctive product range that is uncompromising on quality ingredients, unbeatable flavour and undeniable style. 24 Nov 2022
Property group wins 29 Footprints Awards including coveted Spectrum Award 24 Nov 2022
Health and beauty retailer Clicks Group is set to fully acquire Sorbet Holdings, owners of the national chain of Sorbet beauty salons, for R105m. 24 Nov 2022
South African liquor brand Rhino Whisky, launched two years ago by local entrepreneurs and friends Gerrit Wagener and Brin Kushner, is benefitting from growing sales in North America. 24 Nov 2022
Despite tough economic conditions, such as surging inflation and the rising cost of living that are forcing consumers to tighten their belts, South African retailers are preparing to cash in on the busiest day of the year for retail sales - Black Friday. 24 Nov 2022
Nestlé East & Southern Africa Region (ESAR) has ramped up renewable energy investment at its Babelegi manufacturing plant in Hammanskraal, which produces Nestlé Cremora and Maggi 2-minute Noodles. The food and beverage giant has installed a solar plant at the site, comprising a ground-mounted system, with a capacity of 966kW. 23 Nov 2022
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Fashion and lifestyle retail group TFG is investing 25% more in advertising spend to ensure customers are aware of its Black Friday deals this year. 23 Nov 2022
We are at the forefront of creating a circular economy with yet another world-class innovative product, in response to the EPR targets and you're invited to join our journey. 23 Nov 2022
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