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|  | ISSUED BY KANTAR A digital safari through the media and social landscape in South Africa...read |
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 | Sponsored by Pick n Pay, the fifth season of MasterChef South Africa returns to screens on S3 (formerly SABC 3), on Saturday, 13 July 2024... Read |
| Banking & Finance |
 | Stitch launches smartphone wallets for Apple Pay, Samsung Wallet, Google Pay, allowing South African enterprises to accept payments via a single integration with pre-built SDKs... Read |
| Commercial Property |
 | Ballito Junction Regional Mall is celebrating an elevated shopping experience with a mix of both established and new tenants in its recently revamped, vibrant piazza... Read |
| Design & Manufacturing |
 | AMANI PATEL In an era where brand identity is everything, the power to protect unique elements of a product through position trade marks is invaluable. This article delves into what position trade marks are, the legal framework surrounding them, notable case studies, and strategic advice for businesses looking to leverage this powerful tool... Read |
 | Zuru, the company that manufactures multiple brands of toys, is strategically focused on capitalising on the trend of toys with purpose in South Africa... Read |
| E-commerce |
 | It's been reported that fast fashion retailer Shein said it would invest €250m ($271m) over five years in the UK and Europe... Read |
 | BankservAfrica and UnionPay International partner to facilitate safer e-commerce transactions for UPI cardholders across Africa, boosting online merchant accessibility... Read |
 | Over 56% of South Africans shop online multiple times per month, with 20% making weekly purchases... Read |
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 | Pick n Pay has donated R100,000 in immediate aid to assist those communities affected by the devastating storms impacting the Western Cape... Read |
 | Shoprite has once again acted immediately and is assisting community members affected by the extreme weather conditions in parts of the Western Cape since the weekend... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY DOTGOOD A new competition is here to find and support the best emerging bakers in the Border Kei region. The Snowflake ‘Rising Stars’ competition, in partnership with the Border Kei Chamber of Commerce, invites bakers to showcase their skills by submitting their entries from 8 July to 5 August for the bake-off taking place on 31 August... Read |
 | Future Talks, taking place from 1-4 August 2024 at the Sandton Convention Centre, will feature an array of industry experts tackling the most critical topics in the design world... Read |
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 | Mervyn Gers Ceramics will sponsor the dinner and serveware for Season 5 of MasterChef South Africa... Read |
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 | The winners of the 19th Cleaver Awards have been announced, celebrating the outstanding performance and dedication of South Africa’s top butcheries for the year 2023/2024... Read |
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 | OELOF WEIDEMAN Oelof Weideman, head of insights and business advisory at Vinimark delves into the latest trends within the South African wine market, capturing the shifts and changes that occurred throughout 2023... Read |
| Health & Beauty |
 | Foschini has launched Luella Beauty, a new makeup range, made with the discerning beauty enthusiast in mind... Read |
| Packaging |
 | Packaging for wine has evolved a great deal in recent years. There was a time when wine poured from a glass bottle sealed under cork was the only acceptable form of packaging for consumers, but that is changing... Read |
| Regulatory |
 | MARK GARDEN, CLARE-ALICE VERTUE & ANNERITA MARITZ Outgoing Minister of Competition, Trade and Industry, Ebrahim Patel published two important regulations, which are relevant to all sectors of the economy, and relate to commercial dealings amongst small businesses... Read |
| Research |
 | BAT South Africa is calling on government to crack down on illicit tobacco manufacturing, after new Ipsos research found 59% of sampled stores selling illicit tobacco products... Read |
| Retail Marketing |
 | KARABO LEDWABA This playbook is a potential resource to engage with students and parents, transforming school supply lists into exciting shopping experiences... Read |
 | L'Oréal Paris South Africa has revealed a new campaign partnership with South African rugby icons Faf de Klerk and Cheslin Kolbe... Read |
 | Shop! South Africa has announced the industry leaders and influencers for its second annual Outstanding Shopper Marketing Awards (OSMA)... Read |
 | The global influencer marketing industry is projected to reach an impressive $22.2bn by 2025... Read |
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 | The company nominated Piers Michael Marsden and Jenna Lee Osborne from Matuson & Associates as its business rescue practitioners... Read |
 | Empowering female entrepreneurs drives global growth. The Bidvest Bank Sorbet-preneur initiative aids Sorbet employees in owning franchises, offering training and financial support to women... Read |
 | Under Armour has announced the opening of its latest store at Pavilion Mall, Westville, Durban. This marks the 19th brand house store in South Africa... Read |
 | MANDY MURPHY Nourished tummies mean flourishing potential – why cultivating young minds matters... Read |
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 | ZUKO MDWABA According to Zuko Mdwaba, Salesforce area vice president and Africa leader, the holiday shopping season will look different for retailers this year as shoppers take on more debt... Read |
| Technology |
 | BLESSED HWAIRE With a unique landscape marked by diverse consumer needs, a burgeoning youth population, growing levels of technology adoption, and a rapidly changing economic environment, Africa’s retail sector is ripe for innovation... Read |
 | Rapid changes in technology and its access to many aspiring entrepreneurs in South Africa have become a crucial game-changer in levelling the playing field... Read |
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 | The bursary covers tuition and on-campus accommodation and provides a monthly grocery allowance... Read |
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 | FLORENCE TAN Oil prices steady amid US and Middle East political uncertainty; stronger dollar and weak Chinese demand limit gains. Brent crude at $84.90... Read |
 | KATJA HAMILTON Markets are poised to react strongly to the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, betting on his increased chances of winning the White House. The incident has left his supporters in shock... Read |
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 | YOUKNOW Technologies is a premier provider of marketing technology solutions in South Africa, dedicated to helping local businesses understand and engage with their customers through innovative and effective Martech strategies. |
 | Nourishing the nation with premium chicken products and supply high-quality animal feed, while operating sustainably and supporting our communities. |
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Wayne Dyer "Abundance is not something we acquire. It is something we tune into." John D. Rockefeller "Don't be afraid to give up the good to go for the great." Marcus Aurelius "You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength." Socrates "To know, is to know that you know nothing. That is the meaning of true knowledge." Aristotle "It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it." |
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