Why regular system health-checks are essential for profitable manufacturing... 6 Feb 2023
The 'sober curious' trend is on the rise, driven by increasing consumer demand for non-alcoholic products that provide an elevating drinking experience. IWSR, a trusted source of data and insight on the global beverage alcohol market, the no/low alcohol category value surpassed $11bn in 2022 up from $8 billion in 2018. 6 Feb 2023
Clubbing together to get a perfect gift for an anniversary, birthday or special occasion is hardly a new challenge; what is new is that tech-savvy South Africans can now use an innovative digital platform to set up or participate in 'crowdgifting' solutions for family and friends' memorable life-stage milestones. 6 Feb 2023
Did you know, in some way, every single one of us is affected by childhood cancer? While it may not affect you directly in some cases - it could be someone close to you - but may be a beloved family member or the child of a close friend or colleague. Somehow, we all hear of or know of one brave little child or teenager fighting cancer every day. 6 Feb 2023
A few weeks ago, Zara, the Spanish fashion chain with stores all over the world, announced that it was branching into the second-hand market. With a pilot test in the United Kingdom, through the Zara Pre-Owned platform, it is set to offer the option of reselling a Zara garment, having it repaired or donating used garments from any season to the Red Cross. 6 Feb 2023
Karen Ferrini has been appointed vice president of home improvement, DIY and building materials retailer Builders and member of the Massmart executive committee. Effective 1 February 2023, Ferrini takes over Herman Venter's position following his appointment to group chief merchandise officer (CMO). 3 Feb 2023
British luxury brand Burberry used flowers and milk-based paints to create a pair of installations that mimic the brand's signature check pattern when viewed from above. The temporary artworks are on display across a volcanic site in El Hierro in Canary Islands and in a meadow in the Western Cape, South Africa. 3 Feb 2023
Bernini expands its Sparkling Spritzer range made from wine into sophisticated 500ml cans. 3 Feb 2023
Source: RCL Foods
South African food producer RCL Foods said on Thursday, 2 February that it expects its half-year profit to fall as much as 26.8% due to high commodity and energy costs in its chicken and baking businesses, sending its shares down more than 6%. 2 Feb 2023
Adidas has introduced a new label to its brand stable - the first addition in 50 years. Dubbed Adidas Sportswear, the label is set to occupy the space between the brand's well-known Performance and Originals labels. 2 Feb 2023
Online shopping in South Africa is rising rapidly, with data released by World Wide Worx and Mastercard indicating that the South African online retail market reached R55bn in 2022, a 35% year-on-year increase. And predictions suggest that e-commerce will continue to grow by 25% in 2023 which could see online retail exceed 5% of total retail in South Africa for the first time. 2 Feb 2023
Shopping malls in South Africa's rural areas and townships saw a rise in visitors over the Black Friday weekend and in the run up to Christmas, despite widespread power cuts, the retail-focused Vukile Property Fund said on Wednesday, 1 February. 2 Feb 2023
The anti-dumping tariffs on French fries placed on three European countries by the International Trade Administration Commission of South Africa (Itac) have lapsed. 1 Feb 2023
Global branded toymaker and entertainment company, Hasbro, Inc., will eliminate approximately 15% of its global workforce this year in a bid to cut costs. The staff reductions, which affect roughly 1,000 global full-time positions, will commence within the next several weeks. 1 Feb 2023
Savanna Premium Cider launches a new 0.0% alcohol-free variant to stay Drier than Dry this summer 1 Feb 2023
South African township-focused food and grocery delivery service Yebo Fresh has secured R78m with a pre-series A equity investment and a Jobs Fund grant. The funding will allow the company - which started in Hout Bay's Imizamo Yethu three years ago and now delivers to more than 25 townships in the greater Cape Town and Johannesburg areas - to expand its service further. 1 Feb 2023
Within the global and local breakfast cereals markets, demand for 'better-for-you' breakfast cereal products, with reduced amounts of 'unhealthy' ingredients, is rapidly rising amongst health-conscious consumers. Amidst a greater focus on nutritional value and quality, there is also an expectation among consumers to not compromise on taste. Local players are leveraging this demand by introducing innovative health-focused products to beat the ongoing unhealthy breakfast cereal stigma, as well as the threat of imminent labelling regulations. 1 Feb 2023
Following a global search for a new chief executive officer, consumer goods giant Unilever has appointed Hein Schumacher to the top job. He succeeds Alan Jope, who announced in September 2022 his intention to retire from the company. 1 Feb 2023
Shop!, the global trade association dedicated to enhancing retail environments and experiences, has officially launched a South African chapter, adding to its list of growing chapters around the world. 31 Jan 2023
Source: Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko
South Africa's biggest supermarket group Shoprite reported a 16.8% jump in half-year sales on Tuesday, 31 January, supported by a record Black Friday and festive season as both cash-strapped shoppers and upmarket consumers went after deals. 31 Jan 2023
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