According to the National Cancer Registry 2019, breast cancer remains the most prevalent of cancers amongst women, and females have a one in 27 lifetime risk of developing it. 5 Oct 2023
Sook, the pop-up retail provider, has officially opened a unit in Waterfall City. Opening at the start of October, the 130m2 site will be the brand's debut in South Africa. 5 Oct 2023
Pick n Pay has launched its first zero-waste supermarket pilot in Cape Town, reinforcing its commitment to reducing food waste. 5 Oct 2023
Global efforts to make cotton production more sustainable require innovative technologies, targeted investments and better governance through a systems approach that breaks down silos, the director-general of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), QU Dongyu, said in his address to World Cotton Day 2023. 5 Oct 2023
The All-fashion Sourcing is a business-oriented marketplace for the clothing and textile industry and combines African creativity, and design and manufacturing concepts... 4 Oct 2023
Earlier this year, Massmart opened an experimental clearance outlet called 'The Last Chance Store' in response to customer research that highlighted exceptionally high consumer demand for quality hard goods at basement bargain prices. Set-up as a clearance outlet the store sells quality, slow-to-sell, non-food products at deeply discounted prices which has become a real winner among consumers and landlords. 4 Oct 2023
The Franchise Association of South Africa's (FASA) eighth independent survey, sponsored by Absa, undertaken among franchisors, after a hiatus of four years, to assess the contribution by the franchise sector to the South African economy in terms of GDP, business establishment, creation of employment and the identification of key franchise practices, is a valuable tool for the sector to measure its performance, acknowledge its strengths and plans for the future. 4 Oct 2023
Rising environmental awareness and calls for heightened sustainable efforts from corporations have come to the fore in the bottled water industry, both globally and locally. As such, companies are strengthening their efforts to adapt products to meet these evolving consuming needs, which has resulted in a new wave of innovative, sustainable packaging solutions. Local consumers have also been thirsty to support brands which advertise their sustainability, with local manufacturers extending these efforts beyond eco-friendly packaging, to include various CSI initiatives. 4 Oct 2023
The e-commerce industry has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years, establishing itself as a significant player in the retail market. Nevertheless, a substantial portion of the South African population remains cautious about fully embracing the digital marketplace. 4 Oct 2023
Energade, South Africa's homegrown ready-to-drink sports beverage celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Introduced in 1993, the brand has grown to hold a significant share of the growing local sports drink market and is today a household name associated with high-performance sports and hydration. 4 Oct 2023
In the dynamic world of retail, understanding the evolving nature of the consumer journey is paramount. With increasing technological advancements and rising customer expectations, retailers need to be agile and responsive, ensuring their customers can seamlessly navigate an unlimited array of shopping experiences. 4 Oct 2023
The South African Plastic Recycling Organisation (Sapro) recently hosted its 9th biennial Best Recycled Plastic Product Awards ceremony. The gala dinner event was held at the Table Bay Hotel in the V&A Waterfront of Cape Town where more than a 100 guests gathered to enjoy a fine dining experience, live music, stand-up comedy by Conrad Koch, networking and the announcement of 16 awards. 3 Oct 2023
Mentholatum SA, a health and wellness company and providers of non-prescription pharmaceutical, healthcare and cosmetic products to consumers, has announced the launch of two new products in its Oxy skincare range. 3 Oct 2023
Dipula Income Fund (JSE: DIB) is strategically refreshing a number of its retail assets to provide modern, accessible appealing shopping experiences for both retailers and customers. Its ambitious plans for advantageous upgrades and capital expenditure in its predominantly retail portfolio are already taking shape. 3 Oct 2023
In 2023, as we mark the arrival of a new era for the brand, adidas Originals pays homage to those who have continued to transport its iconic signifier, the Trefoil, to the forefront of culture. This comes following the successful global launch of "We Gave the World an Original," which celebrates three adidas original silhouettes and the iconic Trefoil logo - a symbol that has thrived for over 50 years, gracing the feet of athletes and cultural pioneers alike. 3 Oct 2023
Toys R Us and Babies R Us come together with the launch of a brand-new concept store in line with global interior trends in Rosebank Mall store in Johannesburg. 3 Oct 2023
The much-anticipated Tshakhuma Mall has opened its doors to provide convenient retail to the community of Tshakhuma and surrounds. 3 Oct 2023
Appetite SA, a startup located in Johannesburg, South Africa, recently placed in the top 10 in the product design category at the renowned ZGDW Awards. This international design ceremony recognises the best in all types of design, including product design, visual communications, fashion, and even food design. 2 Oct 2023
The City's Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, Alderman James Vos, cut the ribbon at the opening of Ivilitex, a new high-tech clothing and textile manufacturing facility in Epping, Cape Town. 2 Oct 2023
Nicci Boutiques takes a fashionable stride in the right direction with the launch of its Breast Cancer Awareness campaign in support of PinkDrive this October. 2 Oct 2023
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