| 25 Mar 2013 |
| Retail South Africa |
|
Retail, Associations, Banking & Finance, Brand News, Cold Chain, Commercial Property, CRM, CSI, Distribution, e-Commerce, Exhibitions & Events, Fashion, Clothing & Textiles, FMCG, Franchising, Green Sustainability, Health & Safety, Hospitality, Import/Export, Informal Retailing, Instore, Logistics, Manufacturing, Merchandising, Packaging, Refrigeration, Regulatory, Research, Retail Marketing, Retail Services, Retail Trends, Retailers, Security, Shipping & Transport, Shopfitting, Supply Chain, Technology, Training, 2012 Design Indaba
|
|
| |
Easter egg on your faceIt's almost time for the bunny to come out to play and leave his little chocolate gifts all over your abode for your little people to discover, devour and rush on for the remainder of their school holidays. And while I'm no longer dashing to the local (untapped) garage shop (with it's highly inflated prices) on "Easter Saturday", I still forget to wholly take into account the fickle "here today, gone tomorrow" nature of Easter eggs in the larger retail arena. Which is why, a week before E-day, I found myself standing in my local supermarket, surrounded by a shadow of the former colossus of chocolate bunnies and candy eggs, wondering where it had all gone. On the bright side, it's my own, adult version of an Easter egg hunt. As for retailers, it goes to show they're getting their stock supply more or less correct levels (although some parents may disagree), and shouldn't be left with a massive surplus of rabbit and chicken-shaped chocolates (as they have in years gone by). Unfortunately, I have no real solution for those left wandering the aisles, looking for the last uncracked egg on the shelf, other than shop early, or go part with your hard-earned cash at your local forecourt store. Happy hunting, folks! Shan Radcliffe, Group Head - Retail
PS. Responses to this column welcomed in our online ed's column archive. Send all your retail news to retailnews@bizcommunity.com, exclusive opinion pieces to contributors-retail@bizcommunity.com and international news to internationalnews@bizcommunity.com; also take a look at our guide "How to contribute to Bizcommunity, from op-ed pieces to news". Don't forget to follow @Biz_Retail on Twitter and join us on Facebook!
Top stories
 [Issued by Interbrand Sampson] Interbrand has announced its global rankings of the Best Retail Brands. Yet again Walmart dominates with a value of $141 billion, with Target following in second with $25 billion. Apart from Walmart, none of the other top 20 brands are active in Africa. Read more >> visit press office >>
The Reserve Bank's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has kept the repo rate unchanged at 5%, Reserve Bank Governor Gill Marcus said on Wednesday, 20 March 2013. Read more >>
[Issued by Fore Good] As consumers become increasingly aware of the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, natural products such as Stevia are coming to the fore in the food and beverage market. Read more >> visit press office >>
[Nick Hedley] Stanlib intends launching its Stanlib Africa Direct Property Development Fund in May or June, as it seeks to capitalise on Africa's growing retail sector. Read more >>
 Dipula Income Fund has announced the acquisition of six properties, five in Gauteng and one in Port Elizabeth in a single transaction for a combined R559 million. Read more >>
 Investec Property Fund yesterday, 19 March 2013, announced the acquisition of four properties in Gauteng and one in Cape Town, comprising one prime office building, two business properties, a motor dealership and an industrial property, totalling R318 million. Read more >>
 Mining opportunities in its Gauteng properties, Growthpoint Properties has launched a programme of client-driven industrial property development and redevelopment valued at R150 million. Read more >>
 [Chris Grant] I am a compulsive reader and I'm fascinated by the use of the word 'truth' in article headlines. I am pulled in by the word hoping to find a clear, honest and truthful article on the subject matter - sadly, I am always disappointed. Read more >>
As at the end of April 2013, the co-founder and joint MD, Manuel Koser will step down from his positions at Zando.co.za to co-found Silvertree Capital, a company builder and venture investor in African start-ups. Read more >>
 Entries for the 2013 Fairlady Consumer Awards are now open and this year there are new categories and a new judge. Read more >>
 A special Flux Open Session, presented on 10 April 2013 at 4pm in Johannesburg, explores why Internet-savvy consumers, who are growing in numbers at a rapid rate, are migrating to online shopping and what brick-and-mortar businesses need to do to make sure they stand out, rather than miss out. Read more >>
[Issued by Thebe Exhibitions] The Plascon Spaces concept stand will showcase the exciting 2013 colour palette "Balance" in a room setting simply transformed by paint into four unique looks. Witness how colour will bring a space to life and change it dramatically through different applications. Read more >> visit press office >>
 [Eugene Yiga] The new Stuttafords Emporium, home of Africa's first standalone Banana Republic, was launched at Cape Town's Cavendish Square last night. Hosted by Stuttafords CEO Hilton Mer, the event included a fashion show by models and celebrities Dieter Voight, Tracy McGregor, Roxy Louw, Ty Keogh, Tanya Neft, Leigh-Anne Williams, Tracey Lange, and Nicole Flint. Read more >>
 Following a 12-month negotiation, Kobus and Belinda Wiese, founders of Wiesenhof Coffees, and incumbent Dulcé Café MD, Mike Pullen, agreed on a 70% sale of interest in Dulcé Café to Wiesenhof Coffees for an undisclosed amount. Read more >>
 Famous Brands (Fbr) has entered into a joint venture agreement with the founder-owners of steakhouse Turn 'n Tender‚ it said today, 25 March 2013. Read more >>
[Issued by IMPERIAL Logistics] By establishing a central export packing hub for chemical cellulose pulp, IMPERIAL Logistics group company Freightmax has enabled client Sappi Export Services to achieve cost savings, improved efficiency and environmental benefits. Read more >> visit press office >>
The Registrar of Credit Rating Agencies has released the Draft Rules of the Credit Ratings Services Act for public comment. Read more >>
 [Gareth Ackerman] It is not only small retailers and less-than-scrupulous manufacturers who have been hit by scandal, as the global flood of revelations about adulterated food has raised legitimate questions about food safety and the integrity of what we eat. Read more >>
 Earlier this week, the Edcon group hosted local and regional supplier conference, attended by over 50 South African and regional clothing, footwear and home textile companies, with a keynote address being given by Abisha Tembo, chief director Department of Trade and Industry (dti). Read more >>
 [Issued by Makro] Retail giant Makro is set to opens its doors in Alberton in April. This environmentally friendly store will be located on the Corner of Ascot and Heidelberg Rds, Alberton. Read more >> visit press office >>
 SHANGHAI, CHINA: Volkswagen said on Wednesday (20 March) that it will recall 384,181 vehicles in China because of gearbox defects, marking the German car manufacturer's biggest ever recall. Read more >>
 SAN FRANCISCO, US: US authorities are investigating whether Microsoft or its partners bribed officials in China, Italy and Romania to get software contracts, The Wall Street Journal reported this week. Read more >>
 NEW YORK, US: The Coca-Cola Company is to receive the inaugural 'Brand Icon' Award at the 2013 CLIO Awards. Read more >>
 SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: The head of BlackBerry has taken a swipe at Apple, saying in an interview the iPhone's operating system was outdated, while promising thousands of new apps as it prepares to launch its new Z10 handset. Read more >>
More International...
 [Duncan McLeod] The Competition Commission is trying to resolve a long-standing dispute with Telkom and is in early-stage talks with the company with a view to possibly reaching a settlement ahead of the tribunal hearings. Read more >>
JOHANNESBURG: The best South African businesses in various sectors of the economy were showcased at the inaugural SA Premier Business Awards hosted by the Department of Trade and Industry (dti) on Wednesday night, 20 March 2013. Read more >>
 CAPE TOWN: President Jacob Zuma has appealed to the nation to work with government and its social partners to rebuild the country and in particular to build the economy. Read more >>
[Dennis Cruywagen] CAPE TOWN: Government has begun a process that will require all people doing business in South Africa, including all foreigners legally able to run a business in the country, to register their business activities. Read more >>
 [Linda Ensor] The department of trade and industry will this week publish proposals to strengthen the labelling of meat products so that their ingredients - such as beef‚ donkey or water buffalo - be identified more precisely. Read more >>
More Government news...
 At the end of 2012, KTM announced that they were stopping the production of the highly successful and cult-status KTM 990 Adventure after a decade of production. Read more >>
 Day visitors planning to go to the Kruger National Park when school holidays start this week have been warned to book early. Read more >>
G-Star Mono brand is looking for a store manager (Sandton) to head up their team!
If you meet the above requirements, email your CV to TshepoB@fabiani.co.za Read more >>
Click here to customise your jobs section
- IPad skills for the business user Pietermaritzburg Chamber of Business - Pietermaritzburg, 26 March
- Climate Math - public lecture AIMS - Cape Town, 26 March
- Passenger Rail Agency Women in Rail Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa - Cape Town, 26 March
- Joburg Pops is Pure Jozi Gold Gold Reef City - Johannesburg, 30 March
- Largest Easter challenge in Mzansi with Cadbury National zoological gardens - Pretoria, 30 March
- Mi Casa and Natasha Meister at Old Mutual Concert Hippo Communications - Cape Town, 31 March
- Join Artjamming for a bright, colour filled Easter Artjamming - Cape Town, 1 April
- WordPress Course MultiMedia Centre - Cape Town, 5 April
- D4 Innovation and Design Tools BMGI SA - Johannesburg, 8 April
- Source Africa - Apparel/Footwear/Trade Event Lte South Africa - leaders in trade exhibitions - Cape Town, 9 April
Click here to customise your events section
"In simplicity there is truth. (via Lucy Who)" - River Phoenix "Failure is the condiment that gives success its flavor. (via Good Reads)" - Truman Capote "The minute you feel you have given a faultless performance is the time to get out. (via Lucy Who)" - Charlton Heston "When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and hang on. (via Brainy Quote)" - Thomas Jefferson
Print - Print any item in this newsletter.
Email - Email any item in this newsletter.
Comment - Comment on any item in this newsletter.
|
|
Advertisement:
ActivRetail-fmcg.co.za provides information on retail sector companies, their brands, products and services, plus an extensive range of information on related subjects including research, certification, regulations, and much more. |
|
|
|
|
93 pages
