Pick n Pay asap! delivered a burst of holiday joy to over 23 unsuspecting children and their dedicated teacher, Alletta Frans at I Can Academy in Parkwood, Cape Town. The surprise came in the form of "Father Freshmas," who, atop his trusty delivery steed, delivered gifts and a R50,000 donation to upgrade the educare facilities. 14 Dec 2023
According to Tracey van Heerden, head of product development and operations at Itemate Solutions, the dynamic African telco sector is primed to meet demand for superior customer experiences. “Established incumbents and upstart competitors have an unmissable opportunity to elevate their customer experience by providing improved service, greater personalisation, and greater flexibility in customer interactions. And at the frontline of this is the point-of-sale.” 13 Dec 2023
Defining and managing customer life time value is critical for business success and long-term survival. However, companies often underestimate the true value of their customer base, by mainly concentrating on profit potential and average purchase value within a given time period. 13 Dec 2023
Switch Energy Drink, a trailblazer in the energy beverage industry, is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with Biogen South Africa, a premium wellness brand renowned for its high-quality vitamin and supplement products. Together, they are set to introduce a limited-edition energy drink, G-Force, offering a unique fusion of energy and wellness, launched on 7 December, 2023. G-Force symbolises the convergence of advanced energy technology and the holistic wellness approach championed by Biogen South Africa. This exclusive collaboration underscores both brands’ commitment to delivering not only a powerful energy boost but a unique and invigorating beverage experience. 12 Dec 2023
Summer is upon us, and with the long hot days, and busy social schedules, there is a need for us to get out the trusty, old cooler box. Or do we? Introducing the limited-edition Savanna Summer Chill Pack. You get twelve 500ml Savanna Dry in a waterproof box, that just needs ice, turning your newly acquired yellow box of crisp and dry beverages into a cooler box filled with ice-cold, deliciousness. 12 Dec 2023
Although the volume of Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales increased over the sales period, data from Ecentric Payment Systems shows that the value of transactions and the timing of purchases made indicate that consumers are carefully shopping around while also spending less. 12 Dec 2023
Consumers are now actively considering the environment alongside their individual health when buying food, according to Tetra Pak’s Index 2023. These environmentally conscious consumers labelled ‘Climatarians’ are willing to alter their eating habits to protect the planet. 11 Dec 2023
In an informal online shopping survey conducted by PayPal among South African’ residents, 74.5% of respondents indicated that their reason for shopping from international online stores, is to obtain unique products that are unavailable in South Africa. 11 Dec 2023
Award winning illustrator Megan Bird who describes herself as a “maker of things, a raiser of children, and a great high five giver” launches her limited edition KFC bucket for KFC’s Add Hope. 11 Dec 2023
M24 Logistics, which enables e-commerce growth for various top retailers in South Africa, pushed out record volumes during Black Friday 2023. Their warehouse facilities in Olifantsfontein, Tshwane and Eastport Logistics Park, Johannesburg, are geared for e-commerce fine picking and packing. The team handled the notable increase of 9% picked Black Friday volumes versus the same period last year with ease. 8 Dec 2023
South Africa's fourth-quarter consumer confidence fell to the lowest in two decades for the festive season, according to a survey released on Thursday, 7 December 2023, as the country struggles with higher interest rates and a cost-of-living crisis. 8 Dec 2023
AbaQulusi Plaza, formerly Vryheid Plaza, has reopened its doors after an 18-month redevelopment programme. 8 Dec 2023
Black Friday sales data has revealed the growing adoption of Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) payment options as South African consumers seek cost-effective alternatives to traditional credit. 8 Dec 2023
Leading up to the holiday season, South Africans are preparing to ditch the work shackles and enjoy a well deserved break. For some, this will include travel, entertaining, and purchasing of gifts. This increased expenditure creates a spike in retail sales which is significant, and of late has been a lifeline for retailers. 8 Dec 2023
Puma has announced that it has scaled up its textile recycling innovation, Re:Fibre, replacing recycled polyester with Re:Fibre technology in all Puma football club and federation replica jerseys from 2024 onwards. 8 Dec 2023
Unwrap the magic of thoughtful and affordable presents. 8 Dec 2023
As per the Edge Global Insights Report 2023 - overall, the retail industry this year has navigated the lingering effects of the pandemic, embraced digital transformation, addressed sustainability concerns, and tackled supply chain challenges. 7 Dec 2023
Payment solution offerings are advancing at a rate of knots, especially with the integration of technologies like AI, biometrics, and voice payments. No longer is it an option for small-scale businesses to offer their wares online without the ability for consumers to pay for their goods via a web-based portal. 7 Dec 2023
The vintage sports aesthetic is trending and who better to lead the charge than Starter, a brand that has been kitting out sports players and fans since the 70s. 6 Dec 2023
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