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 | Woolworths has reassured the public that Chuckles will be available in all its stores... Read |
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| |  | DANETTE BREITENBACH The Spend Trend Report highlights consumer spending trends in 2026... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY MALL OF AFRICA Milestone birthday celebrated with large-scale installation, retail moments and live entertainment... Read |
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| Banking & Finance |
 | The study highlights a consumer environment shaped by ongoing financial pressure, where households are not only feeling the impact of rising costs but actively adapting their behaviour to maintain stability... Read |
 | South Africa’s Easter trading period showed retailers that consumers are still spending, but not in the same way as before... Read |
| Commercial Property |
 | Shopping on Eastway in Midstream highlights experiential retail, combining family-focused play zones, dining and convenience to boost dwell time in a secure estate... Read |
 | Fortress raises R1.6bn via seven-year note, pioneering Zaronia-linked issuance and advancing South Africa’s shift from Jibar, reflecting strong investor confidence and funding strategy... Read |
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 | BLESSED HWAIRE At the centre of the retail transformation is a young, mobile-first generation whose expectations are reshaping how retailers engage, sell, and build loyalty... Read |
| Design & Manufacturing |
 | ISSUED BY A-OSH EXPO Manufacturers in South Africa are under pressure to do more than just maintain output. They must manage safety, meet compliance requirements, control costs, and keep operations running without interruption... Read |
| ESG & Sustainability |
 | Pep’s Lay-by Buddy initiative invites members of the public to contribute towards settling outstanding lay-by balances for other customers.... Read |
 | The next two Street Store activations will take place in Cape Town and Johannesburg on 23 May 2026, continuing a movement built on dignity, choice and mindful giving... Read |
 | FMCG brands are navigating a complex ecosystem where affordability, performance and sustainability must coexist. While cost pressures remain a reality for both businesses and households, consumer sentiment is sending a clear message: sustainability matters... Read |
| Fashion & Homeware |
 | The case that a R20,000 Burberry coat represents better value than a R5,299 fast fashion one is, on the surface, a difficult argument to make. Look closer, and it becomes surprisingly difficult to refute... Read |
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EVAN-LEE COURIE Nyaladzi Moyo, Danone Southern Africa's recently appointed country director, shares how he is repositioning the business for sustainable growth, strengthening its operational core and aligning with evolving consumer needs... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY GIRAF MACADAMIA MILK South African-grown and produced macadamia milk has earned significant international recognition... Read |
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 | This year’s nominees reflect the depth, diversity, and innovation shaping South Africa’s culinary landscape, from fine dining establishments and emerging concepts to the personalities and platforms influencing food culture in South Africa... Read |
 | ISSUED BY BURGER KING Burger King is bringing the Force to flame-grilling. Starting 27 April, a limited-time menu inspired by Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu lands in South African restaurants and across the globe, just in time for the film’s theatrical release on 22 May... Read |
| Franchising |
 | LARRY HODES South Africa has one of the highest rates of franchise sector participation of any economy. It is also quietly running out of the people who make the networks actually work... Read |
| Health & Beauty |
 | MAROEFAH SMITH Based on its data, Spate says consumers use social media in various ways to inform their health choices... Read |
| Health & Safety |
 | Each sachet contains a single 5ml dose of Panado Strawberry Syrup, making it easier for parents to administer medicine without the need to carry bulky bottles or worry about spills... Read |
| Import/Export |
 | Currency volatility is cutting into fruit importers’ margins, with small FX shifts during shipping cycles wiping out profits, according to new research... Read |
| Research |
 | ISSUED BY KLA KLA has released the latest results of The Quarterly Buzz, revealing Takealot’s return to the number one position and FNB’s rise as the quarter’s biggest mover... Read |
| Retail Marketing |
 | WPP has become one of the first media and marketing services companies to integrate Earth AI models and datasets... Read |
 | South African agencies have declared the best marketer to work with in creative and media... read |
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 | KARABO LEDWABA The ruling, issued on 17 April 2026, centres on whether the advertiser could sufficiently prove the accuracy of its calorie claim in line with the Code of Advertising Practice... Read |
 | The Lab is drawing attention to a critical but often overlooked stage in the product lifecycle: what happens after clothing enters the wardrobe... Read |
 | Walmart and Google partner with Fluence Africa for “YouTube-First” creator training in South Africa… Read |
| Retailers |
 | Since opening its first store in Durban in 1970, Game has grown alongside generations of South Africans and continues to be a household name... Read |
 | In the face of digitisation, physical retail stores still drive discovery, impulse purchases and cross-selling in ways that online platforms struggle to replicate... Read |
| Sales |
 | From expanded ranges of pet food to dedicated in-store sections and specialist offerings, the category has surged into one of the most prominent, and competitive, spaces in retail... read |
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 | Green logistics is gaining momentum across Africa as operators balance rising trade demand with sustainability and carbon reduction efforts... Read |
 | The awards recognise suppliers who consistently go beyond standard commercial expectations to deliver quality products, innovative solutions and dependable support across Agrimark’s diverse operations... Read |
| Technology |
 | WILLIE DU PREEZ Manufacturing, FMCG, and agricultural processing are now operating in an environment where speed, accuracy, and responsiveness matter - but the uncomfortable truth is that many operations are still making decisions based on yesterday’s information... Read |
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 | LHDA and Webuild sources confirm LHWP Phase II design, timelines, and collaboration... Read |
 | DUNCAN MIRIRI African institutional capital rises 25% to $2tn, driven by gold, but fails to fund infrastructure, highlighting misalignment and job creation challenges... Read |
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 | KATJA HAMILTON South Africa’s inflation rises to 3.1%, with stronger price pressures ahead from energy costs... Read |
 | SFUNDO PARAKOZOV South Africa’s inflation rose to 3.1% in March, with faster increases expected in April amid fuel price pressures, while interest rates remained unchanged... Read |
 | WENDELL ROELF The US-Israeli war with Iran has severely crimped jet fuel supplies globally, with the EU among the worst hit... Read |
 | Public Service and Administration Minister, Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi, has announced a 4% wage increase for public servants... Read |
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 | Taste of Thailand Kicks Off at Food Lover's Market and Market Kokoro in Gauteng - 9 May 2026 , Pretoria
Taste of Thailand has launched successfully, introducing authentic Thai flavours to shoppers in Gauteng, with more in-store experiences to follow at Food Lover's Market and Market Kokoro. More info >> |
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| Taste of Thailand Kicks Off at Food Lover's Market and Market Kokoro in Gauteng - 16 May 2026 , Johannesburg
Taste of Thailand has launched successfully, introducing authentic Thai flavours to shoppers in Gauteng, with more in-store experiences to follow at Food Lover's Market and Market Kokoro. More info >> |
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| Taste of Thailand Kicks Off at Food Lover's Market and Market Kokoro in Gauteng - 23 May 2026 , Johannesburg
Taste of Thailand has launched successfully, introducing authentic Thai flavours to shoppers in Gauteng, with more in-store experiences to follow at Food Lover's Market and Market Kokoro. More info >> |
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| Taste of Thailand Kicks Off at Food Lover's Market and Market Kokoro in Gauteng - 29 Apr 2026 , Johannesburg
Taste of Thailand has launched successfully, introducing authentic Thai flavours to shoppers in Gauteng, with more in-store experiences to follow at Food Lover's Market and Market Kokoro. More info >> |
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| Taste of Thailand Kicks Off at Food Lover's Market and Market Kokoro in Gauteng - 30 May 2026 , Johannesburg
Taste of Thailand has launched successfully, introducing authentic Thai flavours to shoppers in Gauteng, with more in-store experiences to follow at Food Lover's Market and Market Kokoro. More info >> |
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 | Nedbank IMC Conference 2026 - 17 Sep 2026 , Johannesburg
Under the theme Shift Happens™ - Are you ready? the 2026 edition explores how marketing must evolve in response to rapid change. More info >> |
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