Hunter’s Gold, the original premium cider in Africa since 1988 is fast gaining popularity amongst unisex South African consumers and is delighted to showcase its latest campaign: ‘Fosta Until You Taste Real Gold’. 15 Feb 2024
Revolutionary in the 1980s, when ethically sourced, cruelty-free and natural ingredients were still a novelty in the beauty sector, The Body Shop has collapsed into administration in the UK, threatening over 2,000 jobs and about 200 store closures. 15 Feb 2024
Peanut butter, a consumer favourite, is making South African headlines after a product recall was issued recently. 15 Feb 2024
As businesses across the globe work towards making culture and employee wellbeing an integral part of their organisations, the retail industry should consider this when it comes to their retail employees 14 Feb 2024
The latest retail development by the Cavaleros Group, LXX Sandhurst, will cater to both the working professionals seeking a breather and the family looking to spend some quality time together at 70 Rivonia Road Sandhurst. 14 Feb 2024
Smartfill technology is emerging as a game-changer in the retail packaging space. Initiated by Smollan as an R&D project, and developed by digital transformation agency DY/DX as a solution for packageless retail, this technology is set to redefine how we think about packaging and its role in the circular economy. 14 Feb 2024
G-Star has introduced its new brand campaign starring Grammy award-winning and the king of Afro-Fusion, Burna Boy. The Nigerian superstar follows in the footsteps of previous ambassadors such as Pharrell Williams, Snoop Dogg and Cara Delevingne. 14 Feb 2024
In the competitive economy of manufacturing and printing in South Africa, process optimisation in sales, CRM, and service desk management is more crucial than ever. Even more so with the recent uptick in manufacturing production by 1.9% year-on-year in November 2023, which particularly highlights an 8% surge in the production of wood, wood products, paper, publishing, and printing. This underscores a welcome era of growth and opportunity in the country. This trend is further reinforced by a notable 5.7% increase in the production of motor vehicles, parts, accessories, and other transport equipment, which paints a promising picture for local industrial activity. 13 Feb 2024
There’s widespread acceptance that improving customer experience will go a long way towards attracting and retaining customers, especially at a time when there’s increased competition for valuable consumer spend. 13 Feb 2024
Growth in trading density levels at more than 4 million square metres of prime retail space in South Africa contracted further in 2023, dipping below the annual inflation rate, according to the Clur Shopping Centre Index. 13 Feb 2024
Fflur Roberts, Head of Luxury Goods at Euromonitor International, said that despite the global disruption, latest data shows that the luxury market overall continues to display resilience. 13 Feb 2024
After months of exhilarating guesswork, adventurous sip-testing, and endless fun, Fanta has unveiled the mysterious limited-edition flavour - an unanticipated yet delightful apple pie. This distinctive flavour combines dessert-inspired notes with an enticing purple hue. 12 Feb 2024
South Africa is a resilient country and economy that is open for business and has great potential. These were my thoughts as I recently participated at the 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland... 12 Feb 2024
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has urged consumers in possession of various peanut butter brands manufactured by House of Natural Butters to return them to the point of purchase. 12 Feb 2024
Our feelings and emotions are intricately linked with how we make decisions. Unfortunately, too many companies fixate on NPS or CSAT scores and ignore their limitations. While these scores may give us the ‘what’ and ‘how much’, they are sorely lacking the fundamental ‘why’. 12 Feb 2024
The Ask Afrika Icon Brands Awards winners were announced via an insightful webinar on Monday, 5 February 2024 to celebrate brands that resonate deeply with consumers across various product categories. 9 Feb 2024
According to the new report from Brand Finance, a global brand valuation consultancy, Starbucks is the world’s most valuable restaurant brand for the eighth consecutive year, following a 14% brand value increase to $60.7bn. 9 Feb 2024
Popular fashion and lifestyle brand GalxBoy, loved for its unique urban aesthetic, is thrilled to announce its official retail debut in Joburg North after extending its reach across the country over the past year. 8 Feb 2024
Pick n Pay has partnered with the University of Pretoria's (UP) Mammal Research Institute (MRI) Whale Unit to create their latest unique reusable bag to raise funds and create more awareness about the research of the Whale Unit on the southern right whales. 8 Feb 2024
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