PG Bison, the proudly South African company that aims to inspire and enable beautiful living spaces with its range of locally manufactured decorative wood-based panel products, is currently touring South Africa to launch the latest additions to its range. 16 Feb 2023
H&M South Africa revealed in December that it would expand online in partnership with e-tailer Superbalist, and the launch date has just been announced as 22 February. 16 Feb 2023
Savanna Premium Cider has always been a brand that isn't afraid to offer a cider with a crisp and dry taste profile but also with a crisp and dry approach to humour. Entertaining the people of South Ahh, and working with the funniest people around has become synonymous with Savanna. But why stop there? Friday, 17 February 2023, The Savanna Newcomer Showcase will be rolling out the red carpet for everyone who is anyone, or just a fan of comedy. 15 Feb 2023
Frederik Zietsman, CEO of Takealot. Source: Supplied
South African e-commerce giant Takealot has launched its Business Accelerator Programme, which will give Black-owned SMMEs trading on the Takealot Marketplace access to invaluable business skills development and training, mentorship and virtual masterclasses delivered by expert partners and Takealot specialists. 15 Feb 2023
Luxury Italian kitchen brand, Officine Gullo, has this week opened the doors to its first South African showroom, located in Cape Town. Situated on Strand Street in the heart of the city centre, the showroom space has been created as a destination to attract members of the local design community and professionals in the luxury interior industry. 15 Feb 2023
French luxury house Louis Vuitton has appointed multi-talented record producer, singer, songwriter and fashion designer Pharrell Williams as its new men's creative director, effective immediately. 15 Feb 2023
UK-headquartered global technology firm, RedCloud Technology, is proud to announce the appointment of Sameer Jooma as the general manager for South Africa. 14 Feb 2023
Pick n Pay has removed all plastic barrier bags from its till points, claiming to be the first retailer in South Africa to do so. The supermarket group notes that the move will prevent over 20 million of these small bags from entering the environment. 14 Feb 2023
Netherlands-based plant-based protein specialist Schouten Europe and Dutch biotech startup Grassa are collaborating on a project to develop meat substitutes using protein from grass. 14 Feb 2023
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
Food business Danone Southern Africa has appointed Hervé Orama Barrere as its new managing director, effective as of 1 January 2023. 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
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