Danone Southern Africa has appointed Tsholofelo Ngobeni as its new head of manufacturing, effective from 1 May 2023. She is the first woman to hold this position at the company. 18 May 2023
Today, companies need sophisticated systems to manage and integrate their various processes seamlessly in a fast-paced, competitive environment. This is where enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems play a pivotal role. 18 May 2023
Jacobs Jam, the family business owned by Western Cape couple Nigel and Christynn Jacobs, has seen exponential growth after securing a deal with the Shoprite Group in October 2022. In under six months, the jam business expanded from supplying 10 Checkers stores to 20 across the Western Cape. 18 May 2023
South African wine and spirits producer KWV has named John Loomes as its new chief executive officer, succeeding Boyce Lloyd. 18 May 2023
In an effort to produce clothing in a more sustainable manner, fashion brands are tapping into natural sources like mushrooms, lichen, algae, plants and even herbal tisanes, like Rooibos, to dye fabric. 17 May 2023
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Superdry South Africa has entered into a partnership with Woolworths that will see the global premium fashion brand available from the local retail giant. 16 May 2023
It's hardly accurate to say the world has achieved a state of normality post-pandemic - one only has to read the news to understand that we are in turbulent and changing times. But then again, during the pandemic there was a lot of talk about the "new normal", remember that? 16 May 2023
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Finance director Tadeu Marroco has been named the new chief executive of British American Tobacco (BAT). He succeeds Jack Bowles who is stepping down from the board of directors with effect from 15 May. 16 May 2023
Sportswear giant Adidas has collaborated with talented South African queer designer Rich Mnisi on a collection and campaign for Pride 2023 titled 'Let Love Be Your Legacy'. 15 May 2023
Ivan Saltzman, who cofounded Dis-Chem with his wife Lynette in 1978, will step down as chief executive officer at the end of June 2023 after 45 years at the helm. 15 May 2023
The Consumer Health division for South East Africa at Bayer has officially introduced the new Bepanthen® Derma product range, formulated for sensitive and dry skin conditions in South Africa. 15 May 2023
Leading footwear manufacturer, Bata Group, has made two senior appointments within its finance function, as it sets out to expand its local business and increase exports across the African market in the next five years. 15 May 2023
"Our vision is to paint Africa red," is the ambition boldly stated by quick-service restaurant (QSR) giant KFC on many of its corporate platforms. With a presence across more than 20 markets in sub-Saharan Africa, the pan-African business remains unmatched when it comes to brand strength within the continent's fast food space. 15 May 2023
Latest Bacardi Cocktail Trends Report reveals the new flavours, sensations and experiences being sought locally and abroad. 12 May 2023
When Statistics South Africa released the consumer price index (CPI) data for February 2023, the high food prices caused justifiable concern. The overall annual inflation rate based on all items in the CPI was 7%; food inflation, based only on the food items in the CPI, was twice that level at 14%. So, what does this mean? 12 May 2023
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Convenience retail is an unstoppable force in South Africa's consumer goods market, according to Trade Intelligence, a provider of consumer goods retail research, insights and training solutions. 12 May 2023
Gqeberha-based owner-run microbrewery Richmond Hill scooped the title of 'Best Beer in Africa' at the 2023 African Beer Cup, which is the largest beer competition on the African continent. 11 May 2023
The South African beauty and personal care market is valued at about R70bn, with the fragrance, skincare and cosmetics categories expected to grow about 10% in 2023. According to consumer research and analytics company Eighty20, this growth will be driven by a strong recovery in cosmetics (24% year-on-year) as consumers continue to go back to work and look for less expensive ways to treat themselves when times are tough. 11 May 2023
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