It is impossible to find a sector that is not affected by loadshedding. The energy crisis is having a major impact on the country's economy, but for the retail sector in particular, there is a chilling outlook if disruptions to the cold chain aren't addressed urgently says Serena Ho, director and Head of Consumer Business at BDO, and Faheem Hoosen, audit partner and head of assurance at BDO KwaZulu-Natal. 25 Aug 2023
The annual Twyg Sustainable Fashion Awards are now open for nominations, with new categories to celebrate five years of honouring South African fashion changemakers. 25 Aug 2023
Earlier this year, market research company Alpha-Diver and The Food Institute released the Snack 50 Psych Pulse report, the industry's measure of the psychological drivers of consumer decision-making when it comes to snacking. 25 Aug 2023
Pick n Pay Clothing recently reopened its highly anticipated flagship store in Sandton, which shows off an upmarket store design inspired by the rich history of Johannesburg. 24 Aug 2023
H&M's Spring 2023 collection continues to explore the possibilities of style transformation for the new season. Inspired by the mythical island of Isla Hennes, this collection empowers customers to experiment, offering a thrilling variety of crafted soft tones, bold shapes and tactile textures. 24 Aug 2023
The China-based ultra low-cost fast fashion retailer might have a growing market in South Africa, but it's putting the squeeze on local retailers. 24 Aug 2023
In June 2020, three months after South Africa entered the first of a series of hard lockdowns to slow the spread of Covid, the country's president Cyril Ramaphosa described men's violence against women as a "second pandemic". 24 Aug 2023
Tech and financial gateway service provider PAYM8, announced the expansion of its e-commerce offering. This comes in response to the South African e-commerce market's projected growth of 11.89% in the next five years, reaching a market volume of $9.97bn, roughly R75bn, by 2027. 24 Aug 2023
Recently hosted and curated by Twyg and Imiloa Collective, the inaugural Africa Textile Talks 2023 gathered over 150 people to witness presentations, discussions and exhibition of sustainable textiles from across the continent, to map the way forward in practical and poetic steps. 24 Aug 2023
H&M South Africa has announced creative agency Clout/SA as its latest H&M Home décor partner, introducing a specially curated selection of interior décor and accessories from talented South African designers to the retailer's standalone H&M Home store in Sandton City. 23 Aug 2023
Consumer price inflation moderated further in July, to 4.7% year-on-year, compared to 5.4% in June. Inflation peaked at 7.8% in July last year and is now comfortably back inside the South African Reserve Bank's (SARB) 3-6% target range. 23 Aug 2023
The 18th annual SA Olive Awards takes place on 8 September 2023 at the L'Atium, Grande Roche in Paarl. This yearly award ceremony serves as a major event for all those within the South African olive industry as it acknowledges the commitment, effort, and excellence of the country's Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) producers. 23 Aug 2023
This women's month, Bernini, the only real sparkling spritzer made from wine, is celebrating women having the audacity to live a little, by unlocking Glowcations in your city. Instead of waiting for months to save up for an extravagant international trip, Bernini is urging women to prioritise everyday celebrations and fun in today's fast-paced world. Without going far or straining finances, why not indulge your senses or unwind by uncovering hidden local gems in your city while discovering yourself? 23 Aug 2023
It is a fact that landfill sites are reaching capacity across South Africa and litter has literally become a blot on the landscape. However, the packaging industry has been tirelessly working at solutions to create an effective circular economy. 23 Aug 2023
Inflation has been rampant globally. Consumers are expected to pay ever increasing prices due to supply chain shocks and excess demand - but are these really the reasons? 23 Aug 2023
Online wine company, Getwine, has officially announced its recent acquisition of CyberCellar, an online wine retailer. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in the company's ongoing commitment to providing unparalleled wine offerings to its valued customers. 22 Aug 2023
A new survey of 2,400 shoppers and 1,125 retail leaders in 17 countries indicates that the retail industry is again on the precipice of major disruption. After just a few months in the public consciousness, generative artificial intelligence is already making an impact on retail, with 17% of shoppers reporting they've already used generative AI for purchase inspiration. 22 Aug 2023
In an industry that is evolving so rapidly, tertiary institutions need to keep up with the pace of change in e-commerce and ensure their graduates are equipped with the right skills when they enter the working world. Cheryl Ingram, founder and head of The Digital Media Collective, outlines changes she would like to see implemented in South African universities and colleges and how her award-winning digital agency is addressing these shortfalls. 21 Aug 2023
The Covid-19 pandemic heralded an explosive acceleration in online retail. Statista recorded a 24% increase in global e-commerce revenue in 2020, and a further 18% increase in 2021. 21 Aug 2023
Get ready for a breakfast extravaganza like never before as two of South Africa's leading breakfast brands, White Star and Weet-Bix, join forces to celebrate breakfast with the #SABiggestBreakfast. This remarkable collaboration aims to bring families and individuals together to enjoy the most important meal of the day - breakfast. 21 Aug 2023
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