https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/785.html South Africa Retail news 15 Food & bev. services news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/785.html en-us Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:14:03 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/heineken-ends-decades-long-presence-in-congo-with-brewery-stake-sale-958514a Heineken has sold its stake in Bralima, its brewing subsidiary in Democratic Republic of Congo, ending decades of direct ownership in a market where conflict had severely disrupted its business. 1-267234 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/sober-curiosity-movement-on-the-rise-as-south-africans-relook-drinking-patterns-392398a South Africa is seeing a sustained shift away from alcohol consumption, pointing to a structural change in consumer behaviour and creating new growth opportunities across the beverage sector. 1-267163 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:20:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/white-star-launches-new-tvc-the-heartbeat-of-south-african-kitchens-736782a There’s a sound that rings through South African homes - the whistle of the boiling pot, the crackle of coals at a weekend braai, the cheerful chatter of family and friends coming together. And at the centre of these moments, always, is White Star. 1-267122 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:31:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/south-africa-fb-industry-is-bouncing-back-with-a-44-income-rise-733982a According to Stats SA, the local food and beverages sector started 2026 on a positive note, with real income growth of 4.4% year-on-year in January, signalling steady recovery and resilience across key segments of the industry. 1-266822 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:06:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/from-concept-to-collective-unveiling-the-belly-restaurant-group-733822a Cape Town-based chef-restaurateurs Anouchka Horn and Neil Swart have formally launched The Belly Restaurant Group, marking a significant evolution from a single experimental dining concept into a sustainability-led hospitality collective. 1-266782 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:20:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/industry-stakeholders-welcome-the-launch-of-agropro-africa-2028-511670a AgroPro Africa 2028 has been officially launched as a dedicated trade platform serving Africa’s food, beverage, and pulp and paper processing industries. Developed to meet growing demand for advanced processing technologies, sustainable production solutions, and stronger regional supply chains, the exhibition will provide a focussed marketplace for manufacturers, technology suppliers, and industry professionals. 1-266736 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:45:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/cape-town-fyn-crowned-restaurant-of-the-year-at-2026-eat-out-woolworths-restaurant-awards-288337a On Monday, 23 March 2026, the South African food community gathered for a celebration of culinary excellence, as the 2026 Eat Out Woolworths Restaurant Awards honoured the restaurants and chefs who continue to define and elevate local dining. 1-266720 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:36:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/pantry-x-lelive-why-this-erewhon-inspired-smoothie-collaboration-is-brilliant-399798a Erewhon's celebrity smoothies have taken social media by storm. As a beauty enthusiast, I'm especially interested in the store's collaboration with Rhode founder Hailey Bieber: the Strawberry Glaze Skin Smoothie. It's a perfect match, connecting Erewhon's wellness focus with Bieber's skincare influence. South African brands are catching on. Amanda du-Pont's skincare brand, Lelive, has teamed up with Pantry by Marble, the South African luxury retailer, to create the All Glow’d Up Smoothie. 1-266663 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:25:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/makro-launches-a-fresh-way-to-taste-premium-liquors-with-the-bar-code-177596a Makro is introducing a premium liquor tasting experience directly into its stores with the launch of The Bar Code by Makro, a bespoke roaming event designed to connect customers with the breadth of wine, spirits, and beer available at Makro. 1-266648 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:14:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/homegrown-quality-world-class-performance-giraf-macadamia-partners-with-david-miller-844393a South Africa’s premium macadamia milk brand aligns with global cricket star to champion performance built on balance, consistency and quality. 1-266529 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:15:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Food & bev. services South Africa