Colin Erasmus, chief operations officer at Microsoft South Africa
An IDC study sponsored by Microsoft, titled Empowering Retail Associates in South Africa, has shown that while many retail workers in South Africa are feeling overworked, most of them see technology as a remedy to these issues. 20 Jun 2023
There are very few instances nowadays where employees will spend their entire careers at the same company. The job landscape has changed so dramatically - particularly since the pandemic and the ability to work from home - that if a business fails to meet worker expectations staff simply look elsewhere and quit. 20 Jun 2023
La Lucia Mall, the premier shopping destination located in the upmarket suburb of La Lucia, in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, has an exciting new addition to its dining experience. McDonald's, the global fast-food favourite, has opened its doors, bringing its iconic and mouth-watering menu to La Lucia. 19 Jun 2023
Exemplar REITail, in partnership with township food delivery service Delivery Ka Speed, sought to bring about positive change to the communities of Mabopane and Thorntree in Gauteng this Youth Day, through the #ChangeforGood campaign. 19 Jun 2023
In the realm of consumer spending, older shoppers have proven to be the frontrunners across various categories, with one exception. A recent analysis reveals that older consumers outperformed their younger counterparts in nearly every category, except for jewelry, watches, and apparel subscriptions. 19 Jun 2023
Both globally and locally, the Carbonated Soft Drinks (CSD) market is witnessing a shift in consumer preferences from traditional high sugar, caffeinated soft drinks to healthier variations that exclude these ingredients, driven by ongoing health concerns surrounding these ingredients. This is resulting in market players increasing its existing brand ranges or launching new CSD products that are sugar- or caffeine-free, or lower in sugar content, thus meeting the ever-changing needs of consumers and catering to ongoing global health trends and priorities. 19 Jun 2023
Stiles, the visionary trendsetter in the South African market, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its state-of-the-art showroom in Centurion. Passionate about providing customers with unparalleled products, Stiles invites the public to immerse themselves in a captivating display of top-quality tile and sanitaryware finishes. 19 Jun 2023
The Covid-19 pandemic and resulting lockdowns that wreaked havoc on the broader retail environment were amplified by looting during the July 2021 riots. Additionally, e-commerce and the largely subdued economic climate which immediately followed, left South African shopping malls with significantly lower traffic levels and turnover between 2020 and early 2022. But South Africans - known for their resilience amid uncertainty - feeling the lockdown fatigue and weathering the ever-present load shedding schedule, steadily began heading back to the malls last year. 15 Jun 2023
Leading food service industry business, Tiger Brands Out Of Home Solutions, has changed its name to Tiger Brands Food Services Solutions, and introduced a refreshed brand positioning - The Best Solutions, with SA's Best. 15 Jun 2023
Source: Unilever.
Pick n Pay has bought back Hellmann's Mayonnaise to its shelves. 15 Jun 2023
Rolling blackouts have cost Spar more than R700m in diesel for generators over a six month period. Source: Reuters.
Rolling blackouts have cost Spar more than R700m in diesel for generators over a six month period, the retailer said, as it warned of much higher spending if the power situation deteriorates. 14 Jun 2023
Right on time for Environmental Month, G-Star Raw has launched a new sustainable capsule of denim wear using certified, responsible fabric that has been dyed with naturally sourced colour pigments. On shelves from 8 June 2023, the Dyed by Minerals range for men and women consists of forest greens, volcanic pinks and desert yellows. 14 Jun 2023
According to Euromonitor International's latest research, South Africa's soft drinks industry experienced stronger sales growth in 2022 compared to previous years. Off-trade sales reached 6.7 billion litres, marking a significant 5.2% increase from 2021. 14 Jun 2023
Porsche continues to lead the luxury sector in the new Brand Finance Luxury & Premium 50 2023 ranking of the most valuable luxury and premium brands globally. 14 Jun 2023
All 237 Lloyds Pharmacy branches located in Sainsbury's in the UK have ceased operation. 13 Jun 2023
Image supplied. It's all smiles for employees Siyabonga Mali, Felleng Sethoabane, Siphosethu Silinga (Yes), Shuanah Frans, and Benjamin Peter who participated in the Shoprite Group's youth development programmes
Unemployed and unskilled South African youth (aged 18 to 34) are now invited to apply for specialist training and educational programmes at the Shoprite Group throughout the year. 13 Jun 2023
Aldo has added South African rugby star Malcolm Marx to its Aldo Crew of sponsored athletes, who are kitted out with the brand's footwear and accessories to sport during their off-field ventures. 13 Jun 2023
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