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
Clover has announced its partnership with PinkDrive for the "Pink for Purpose" initiative which involves the rebranding of some of Clover's most loved dairy products to limited edition pink packaging for the month of October, namely the 2litre Fresh Full Cream Milk & Low Fat Milk, 2litre Ultra Pasteurised Fresh Full Cream Milk and Low Fat Milk and 250ml Fresh Cream ("Pink Clover Product") in order to raise awareness for breast cancer as well as educate and encourage the public to get tested for early detection of this disease. 28 Sep 2023
With a firm belief that everyone could use a little kindness right now, Spar is leveraging the power of social media to create a wave of positivity with #SpreadSmiles - a unique initiative aimed at promoting goodwill to support vital causes and positive community changes. 27 Sep 2023
Somerset Mall announces its partnership with the Santa Shoebox Project, an initiative that has been bringing joy to underprivileged children for 17 years. 21 Sep 2023
Recognising the dire need, The Square Shopping Centre in Sunninghill, in partnership with Mix 93.8 and the Yabashe initiative, launched the 'Light Up a Mind' campaign to help learners study through load shedding in the exam period this year. 20 Sep 2023
Campari, the Italian red apéritif, and Imbibe Magazine have come together for Negroni Week to support Slow Food's mission to foster a more equitable and sustainable world of food and beverage through a series of local events at bars, restaurants and retailers around the world. The 11th annual #NegroniWeek takes place between 18-24th September 2023. 20 Sep 2023
The Clicks Helping Hand Trust's 'Girls on the Go' Programme has partnered with the Gift of the Givers Foundation to hand over a years supply of sanitary pads to girl learners at Fisantekraal High School and Kalkfontein Primary School in Kuilsriver, Cape Town. 14 Sep 2023
Following on from its successful National Schools Hygiene Programme in partnership with the Department of Basic Education, Unilever South Africa has launched Hygiene Heroes- an online platform that teaches children handwashing, toilet hygiene and oral care through interactive activities and games. 14 Sep 2023
Africa is the dumping ground of the global fast-fashion industry. Discarded second-hand clothing from Europe and North America is typically sold to textile merchants in countries like Kenya and Ghana, where it is then resold to low-income communities who can't afford new clothing. 11 Sep 2023
A team of three students at Cooktastic was announced as Seafood Masters at the Breco Seafoods Master competition, a seafood-inspired cook-off that took place on 23 August 2023. 8 Sep 2023
In an era marked by the potential of collaboration and conscious consumerism to enact tangible change, Amazi emerges as a transformative force, a social impact ecosystem dedicated to uplifting, educating, and empowering marginalised communities. The synergy between Amazi and Woolworths signifies the power of conscious business practices, a partnership that speaks volumes about the ripple effects of impactful collaborations. 6 Sep 2023
Each year, South African farmers, retailers, and consumers discard millions of tons of food products, contributing to a staggering total of in excess of 10 million tons of food going to waste. 4 Sep 2023
Get ready to score a try for sustainability while cheering on your favourite rugby team. Pick n Pay has launched a limited-edition collectable Springbok reusable shopping bag. These iconic green and gold bags are set to revolutionize the way fans show their support for the Springboks (and the environment). 31 Aug 2023
PepsiCo's commitment to food security and access to nutritious food saw its global employee engagement and fundraising programme, Move for Good, raise $35,000 to assist Food Forward SA in its hunger-fighting efforts across the country. 30 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
Since 2007, Eskom tariffs surged 653%-five times that of inflation. Load shedding is set to double in the next five years and franchise businesses must act fast to counter these threats for survival. 16 Aug 2023
Woolworths have invested in eco mannequins that are in the newly launched Wedit stores. 15 Aug 2023
Packaging costs can contribute significantly to the overall price of products and services, with estimates suggesting that it can account for up to 40% of the total cost, although some products may see as low as 10%. However, groundbreaking experiments conducted in Tembisa by retailing services powerhouses Smollan & Daymon, along with brands like Tiger, Huletts, Nestle, and retailer Spar, have revealed a different perspective. The research suggests that offering zero plastic and packaging options could actually enhance affordability for the mass market, rather than being limited to eco-friendly elites and specialty stores. 10 Aug 2023
Image supplied: Credit: WC Government Dept Agriculture. Breede River Restoration. Woolworths and WWF’s Breede Catchment Water Stewardship programme has resulted in 200 million litres of water being released into the catchment on a yearly basis
The first retailer to partner with WWF on their sustainability journey over 15 years ago, WWF South Africa and Woolworths have announced Phase III of their broad-based, multi-year, multifaceted partnership. 2 Aug 2023
Source: Heineken Heineken Heineken beverages South Africa has unveiled an employee share ownership plan.
Heineken beverages South Africa has unveiled an employee share ownership plan. 31 Jul 2023
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