Lesiba Kgoogo is the new ESG executive for the brand. Source: Supplied.
Dis-Chem Pharmacies has appointed Lesiba Kgoogo as ESG executive. 20 Jul 2023
Source: Global Convenience Store Focus Global Convenience Store Focus Fuel forecourt retail is the fastest-growing segment of South African convenience retail
Despite fuel forecourt retail is emerging as the fastest-growing segment of South African convenience retail, worth around R40bn a year, the channel accounts for only a sixth of the total R240bn convenience market in the country. 19 Jul 2023
Adidas, Orlando Pirates and Thebe Magugu have released a new design. Source: Supplied.
Orlando Pirates and Adidas have released the official Home and Away jersey for the 23/24 season in collaboration with South African fashion designer Thebe Magugu. 19 Jul 2023
Claude Hanan and Luke Jedeikin are behind Bash and Superbalist. Source: Supplied.
Claude Hanan and Luke Jedeikin are behind two of the biggest e-commerce retail sites in South Africa: Bash and Superbalist. 19 Jul 2023
Nestle opened a processing unit for its coffee brand Nescafe on Tuesday in Hamanskraal. Source: Supplied.
Swiss food company Nestle said on Tuesday it would be locally sourcing over 40% of raw materials for a new processing plant in South Africa to offset supply chain challenges and cut costs. 19 Jul 2023
Image supplied. Wild Space, South Africa’s first gamified grocery shopping experience, has launched
South Africans weekly grocery shop has become a whole lot more fun with the launch of Wild Space, the country's first gamified grocery shopping experience. 18 Jul 2023
To revive the support for local musicians and counter the decline in the support of local music, South Africa's beloved maize meal brand, White Star, has launched an inspiring campaign called 'Keep Shining'. The campaign aims to shine the spotlight on local musicians, celebrate their contributions, and create awareness about the importance of supporting homegrown talent. With the partnership of Radio 2000, White Star is determined to reignite the love for local music and encourage listeners to embrace the rich musical tapestry of South Africa. 18 Jul 2023
When considering South Africa's unemployment crisis, Max Oliva, CEO of Spar Southern Africa, says that despite economic struggles, it is crucial for corporates to find new ways to build and grow sustainable jobs. He believes developing and growing broad supply chains is where the best impact on job creation and the real economy will be felt. 18 Jul 2023
Today retail is more about customer experience and the brand promise and less about technology. 18 Jul 2023
Image supplied. Under Armour's new collection, Journey to compete launches today
The journey to compete and succeed is more than just the ball hitting the back of the goal - it's the blood, sweat and tears that came before it. 18 Jul 2023
The Stadio School of Fashion is launching new short courses designed to provide flexible and accessible learning opportunities, which aim to empower individuals with the skills needed to thrive in South Africa's fashion economy. 17 Jul 2023
The top alcohol brand consumed in South Africa is 4th Street Wine, followed by Savanna Dry, Carling Black Label, Brutal Fruit and then Gordons Gin at number five. 17 Jul 2023
File photo: South African aspiring designers Khumo Morojele and Klein Muis look at one of their designs made from second hand clothing imported from the West and sold in bales in markets known as Dunusa, in Johannesburg South Africa, 3 July 2023.Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko/File Photo
Two South African aspiring designers, Khumo Morojele and Klein Muis, spend hours at a second-hand street market in Johannesburg looking for fashion items. 14 Jul 2023
The Competition Commission and Unilever South Africa have reached an agreement that settles a possible market division case against Unilever. The settlement agreement was filed with the Competition Tribunal on Wednesday, 12 July 2023 for confirmation. 14 Jul 2023
Frances van Hasselt is a speaker. Source: Supplied.
The textile industry has become one of the most socially and environmentally harmful industries in the world. Addressing these concerns starts by fostering the exchange of ideas and inspiring sustainable approaches to material production. 14 Jul 2023
Image supplied. This year for the first time, local FMCG e-commerce growth specifically is expected to outstrip total e-commerce growth
This year, for the first time, local fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) e-commerce growth specifically is expected to outstrip total e-commerce growth. 14 Jul 2023
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has urged people in possession of Mainstay and Terra Firma multi-hinge aluminium ladders, Model JC 403, 150kg, to immediately stop using them and to return the products to the point of purchase for a refund. 13 Jul 2023
On Wednesday, the Competition Tribunal (Tribunal) granted Shoprite an equal timeframe as its competitor, Pick n Pay, to gradually eliminate contentious exclusive lease agreements. 13 Jul 2023
View outside the first plant of paper packaging producer 'Smurfit Kappa' in North Africa, in Rabat, Morocco, in this undated handout image released on July 2023. Smurfit Kappa/Handout via Reuters
Europe's largest paper and packaging producer Smurfit Kappa expects the opening of its first North African plant in Morocco to set the stage for further expansion in a fast growing region for consumer goods, its chief financial officer told Reuters. 13 Jul 2023
The latest findings from BMi Research's March 2023 coffee report show that the coffee industry has continued to perform positively since 2020, when volumes dropped due to the lockdowns meant to curb the spread of Covid-19. 13 Jul 2023
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