Dunlop Tyres has launched its new Dunlop Westville tyre centre, bringing tyre safety education, expert advice, technology-driven service, local employment and industry expertise to the market. 14 Feb 2023
Following the success of Decorex Africa's reimagined return in 2022, exhibition and event organiser RX Africa is elevating the design platform with the launch of Decor & Design Weeks, to be held in Cape and Johannesburg. 14 Feb 2023
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) is rolling out its 2L returnable bottle, also known as its refillable PET bottle (RefPET), in Mangaung in the Free State and Northern Cape, as part of its stated commitment to reduce plastic waste. 13 Feb 2023
Rapidly securing its place as the leading online tyre retailer in South Africa during its first year of operation, Blackcircles ZA is now looking to improve its reach and value, with a focus on providing a seamless shopping experience and competitive prices. 13 Feb 2023
Spending 156,914 hours in the sun, the NSRI received 1,604 bottles, approximately a year's worth, of sunscreen from Nivea Sun to keep their volunteers protected. The NSRI completed 46,462 rescue operations in 2021. 13 Feb 2023
The African Development Bank has launched the second edition of the Fashionomics Africa Incubator and Accelerator Programs, which aim to assist African entrepreneurs operating in the textile, apparel and accessories (TA&A) industry to scale and expand their businesses. 13 Feb 2023
There's a global energy crisis, high inflation rates raising the cost of living, supply chains remaining under pressure, and an escalating power play between leading nations impacting trading dynamics. It's been dubbed a "polycrisis" and the business environment is likely to be in for another year of volatility. 10 Feb 2023
Black Friday and Christmas online transaction volumes were further proof of growing e-commerce adoption in South Africa, and Valentine's Day is pegged to be the same, as predicted by consumer research and analytics company Eighty20. 9 Feb 2023
Debt-laden Steinhoff International said on Thursday, 9 February it had raised R4.9bn by selling 265 million shares, or 7.2%, of discount retail subsidiary Pepkor Holdings. 9 Feb 2023
In a bid to drive further inclusivity across its product line, Mattel's Barbie brand has launched its first doll with scoliosis. 9 Feb 2023
Source: Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko/File Photo
Supermarket group Pick n Pay said on Wednesday, 8 February, that its four-month sales grew by 6.4%, but its like-for-like sales growth in South Africa was softer, impacted by store revamps and unprecedented load shedding in the last quarter of 2022. 8 Feb 2023
A decade on from the launch of Lego Friends, the Lego Group has re-imagined the Friends Universe with a new lineup of characters and accompanying TV series hosted on the brand's YouTube channel. 8 Feb 2023
President Cyril Rampahosa. Source: Reuters/Sumaya Hisham
The chief executive officers of some of South Africa's largest retailers and consumer goods companies have addressed a letter to President Cyril Ramaphosa bemoaning the energy crisis and its "crippling" effect on businesses. 8 Feb 2023
LG Electronics' Global Ambassador Challenge is underway and still open to Gauteng-based residents with innovative and sustainable ideas aimed at empowering their communities. Entries are open until Sunday, 12 February, so time is running out for NGOs and individuals to enter. [To enter the LG Global Ambassador Challenge, submit your proposal here.] 8 Feb 2023
South Ahh's most loved premium cider is back as the official-drink-of-officially-not-drinking, with the new Savanna Alc Free 0.0%. Launched with the same crisp, dry taste but less than 0.05% ABV, it is officially the driest alcohol-free drink around. 8 Feb 2023
About 50 Distell workers stopped work and picketed outside the Adam Tas production site in Stellenbosch on Monday morning and [continued striking on Tuesday]. They are demanding that Distell give their union of choice, Solidarity, recognition and bargaining rights. 8 Feb 2023
At the latest Paris Fashion Week, Reebok, New Guards Group, HP and Dutch luxury brand Botter collaborated to debut a new 3D-printed concept sneaker dubbed the Venus Comb Murex Shell. 7 Feb 2023
South African contemporary trans-seasonal fashion brand, Munkus, is the brainchild of ambitious young designer Thando Ntuli. 7 Feb 2023
Scientists at the University of Portsmouth are developing 'plastic-eating' enzymes that could help alleviate the problem of polyester waste from discarded clothing and textiles. 6 Feb 2023
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