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 | The Shoprite Group has reported a solid interim performance, delivering growth in sales, profits and dividends while reinforcing its customer-first price leadership strategy... Read |
 | While physical cards are still regarded as the most preferred and convenient way to pay – South Africans are showing that trust and technology can go hand in hand, with consumers increasingly willing to adopt new payment solutions... Read |
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| Design & Manufacturing |
 | Drawing inspiration from the unforgettable 2010 jersey - a symbol of pride during a defining moment for South African football - the new design honours that legacy while stepping confidently into a new era... Read |
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 | NANCY DUSANI The rise of platforms like Temu and Shein is not a temporary trend. It represents a structural shift in global retail and South Africa cannot insulate itself from that reality, but it can decide how to respond... Read |
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 | The next generation of South Africans won’t discover Edgars in a shopping centre first; they’ll meet the brand on the school hockey field... Read |
 | The list includes four trailblazing South Africans: UCT’s Dr Precious Moloi-Motsepe, investment leader Lerato Lehoko... Read |
 | The finalists will now be reviewed by the GCA Expert Panel, who will recommend 10 winners... Read |
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 | Africa Food Show 2026 returns to the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 10-12 June 2026, strategically positioned as Africa’s leading food and beverage sourcing platform where growth meets solutions... Read |
 | The collaboration will see Burger King integrate its signature flavour, creativity and high-energy brand personality across both festivals in Cape Town and Johannesburg... Read |
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 | The newly launched Jacobs Hot & Iced Latte can be enjoyed hot for comforting winter moments or poured over ice for a refreshing summer beverage... Read |
 | After five months of decline, global food commodity prices rose in February, led by wheat, vegetable oils, and selected meats. FAO forecasts lower wheat plantings in 2026 in response to softer prices... Read |
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 | MAROEFAH SMITH In celebration of International Women's Day, Ronette Marx talks to Bizcommunity about her reality show and business... Read |
 | “It is noteworthy that the study did not recommend that any of the tested products be withdrawn from the market...” Read |
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 | ISSUED BY NIELSENIQ NIQ and Kearney analysis finds challenger brands gaining share as AI reshapes innovation and product discovery... Read |
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 | JASON GOVENDER AND JARRED WEST To cope with the financial pressures of back-to-school preparations, consumers understandably seek cheaper alternatives, including calculators, which can can unintentionally compromise education... Read |
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 | Eighty20 has reviewed the pizza sector and unpacked buying behaviour and trends in relation to various market segments... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY NIELSENIQ NielsenIQ (NIQ) South Africa has released its State of the Retail Nation analysis for the calendar year of 2025, showing healthy growth in retail sales value and volume... Read |
 | KARABO LEDWABA Netflix is opening its advertising platform to Amazon audience data, giving brands a new way to target viewers on the streaming service using real-world shopping and browsing behaviour... Read |
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 | Signature 2.0 is the largest update to Ford’s retail model since 2003... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY CATCHWORDS Growthpoint Properties is advancing its strategy of reinvesting in high-performing South African retail assets with a R75m redevelopment of the Edgars premises at Walmer Park Shopping Centre in Gqeberha... Read |
 | ISSUED BY CATCHWORDS With just a few weeks to go until opening day, Jumbo Mall is preparing to welcome its first shoppers on Thursday, 19 March 2026... Read |
 | ISSUED BY CATCHWORDS New Africa Developments finished 2025 with strong festive season trading across its national portfolio of township and secondary-city malls, reflecting the continued strength of well-positioned, value-led retail environments... Read |
 | Group CEO Reeza Isaacs, addressing shareholders for the first time as CEO, reaffirmed that the group’s strategic priorities remain firmly in place... Read |
 | South Africa’s macroeconomic indicators are showing measured improvement – inflation has moderated, interest rates have eased, loadshedding has largely stabilised and the sovereign credit rating has been upgraded... Read |
 | As the brand enters its second year, its focus remains on expansion, nurturing creative alliances, and further elevating the South African womenswear industry... Read |
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 | Illicit alcohol now represents 18% of South Africa’s market, valued at approximately R25bn... Read |
| Technology |
 | RedPanda Software recently hosted a retail forum, bringing together senior retail leaders from the sector’s biggest players to discuss strategy, innovation, and the future of the industry... Read |
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 | DANETTE BREITENBACH In this episode of #BizTrendsTV, The Culture Foundry Co's Luke van der Spuy, looks at what happens when Gen Z decides you're not cool anymore... Read |
 | TALITA LAUBSCHER AND CHLOë LOUBSER The Minister of Employment and Labour published a raft of draft amendments to various employment laws on 26 February 2026. Among them are the much-anticipated amendments to the parental leave provisions of the BCEA... Read |
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