BusinessTechPick n Pay launches new product range in over 100 stores, all under R90 in South Africa
Pick n Pay has entered the cosmetics market with a new product range, with no product priced above R90.
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BusinessTechBusinessTechPain for owner of Steers, Mugg & Bean, and Wimpy in South Africa
Famous Brands is expecting lower earnings per share for its latest interim period, driven by a disposal from the company.
Business BagelAbsa has hired the Kenyan banker behind M-Shwari and Fuliza to help rebuild its retail bank
Eric Njagi Muriuki, who ran NCBA's digital bank in Kenya, joins Absa in a new Johannesburg role under Sitoyo Lopokoiyit, the former M-Pesa boss now running its personal and private banking.
BizcommunityBudget shoppers get a win as Pick n Pay adds Real Cosmetics range to asap!
Pick n Pay is expanding its beauty offering with the launch of Real Cosmetics, an own-brand makeup range that brings more than 100 affordable products into its stores and on-demand delivery platform, Pick n Pay asap!.
BusinessTechNew marketplace 60% cheaper than traditional restaurants, cafés, and grocery stores in South Africa
South Africans can buy food from supermarkets, bakeries, cafés, and restaurants at discounts of up to 60%.
BusinessTechShoprite warns of a 15-year low for South Africa
South Africa is facing a food security crisis with food security levels returning to what they were in 2010.
BizcommunityHeineken Beverages named Brand of the Year at the 2026 Loeries
Heineken Beverages has been named Brand of the Year at the 2026 Loeries, recognising a body of work that delivered creative excellence across many of their brands, drinks categories and disciplines. The achievement reflects the strength of collaboration between Heineken Beverages' brand marketing…
The CitizenCoronation dumped Spar at R40 after buying above R90
The exit of its position began in the second quarter already ...
BizcommunityExclusive Bash collab brings Wanda Lephoto’s womenswear debut to market
Online retailer Bash is expanding its fashion offering through an exclusive womenswear collaboration between its private-label brand Canvas Studios and South African designer Wanda Lephoto, marking the designer’s first collection for women.
BizcommunitySA’s online retail growth depends on trust and consumer confidence
South Africa’s e-commerce opportunity may depend less on getting consumers online than on giving them the confidence to spend once they get there.
MoneywebCoronation dumped Spar at R40 after buying above R90
The exit of its position began in the second quarter already …
MyBroadbandGame shuts more stores in South Africa
Massmart's Game is struggling in the era of online shopping, and its e-commerce service appears to be struggling to keep up.
MoneywebLVMH’s China slump threatens hopes for broader luxury recovery
Revealing that sales on the mainland dropped by double digits in the third quarter while the traditionally high-spending consumer group also pulled back overseas.
BusinessTechThe store inside a store making Woolworths R200,000 a week
Woolworths has scored a victory in the High Court related to its new flagship Food Emporium in Johannesburg.
BusinessTechNew Checkers stores on the cards for South Africa, coming after a R10 billion market
Shoprite is reportedly considering a new dedicated line of standalone toy stores, according to sources.
MyBroadbandSouth African retail giant hit by cybersecurity incident
The Foschini Group said that many systems at its London business remained inaccessible after a cybersecurity incident identified on 11 October.
TechCentralFashion retailer TFG discloses cyberattack
TFG is still investigating whether any customer or other sensitive data was compromised in the incident.
MoneywebBoxer coming for Shoprite’s retail crown
Analysis of Boxer’s strong cash conversion and leadership changes, and a look at global bond market turmoil ahead of SA’s Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement.
News24 BusinessCheaper food prices: Boxer CEO on what’s behind the deflation
Staples have become cheaper at Boxer, but fuel prices and other potential cost pressures are growing.
MyBroadbandSouth Africans could lose the right to complain about spam calls
A legal expert has warned consumers of the consequences of not registering on the National Opt-Out Registry.
BusinessTechMan running the most valuable food retailer in South Africa now earns R2.2 million a week
Shoprite CEO Pieter Engelbrecht earned R117.8 million in the 2026 financial year.
The CitizenTakealot, Mr D drivers in Soweto threaten strike over R50-per-delivery demand
Deliveries by TFS drivers to Soweto customers are expected to be disrupted.
SME South AfricaThe Economics of Eating Out: The Evolving Model of QSR
A few years ago, a queue at the till was the clearest measure of a restaurant’s success. Today, that queue has largely moved elsewhere. Now…
The CitizenHere’s when food prices might go up because of El Niño
The climate pattern could potentially push up prices for staple foods such as maize.
The CitizenAs Shoprite CEO pay tops R117m, group wants to lock him in for six years
Engelbrecht to be incentivised over a 'strategic period' with special share award.
BusinessTechMajor retailer in South Africa in hot water over merger with rival business
Pepkor has faced backlash from shareholders over plans to merge its fintech division with a rival business.
BusinessTechPick n Pay’s golden child opening 60 new stores in South Africa
Boxer reported strong results in its last interim period, bringing good news for its parent Pick n Pay.
BusinessTechNew private Afrikaans university coming to the Western Cape, and 97-year-old retailer making a comeback in South Africa
Here are five important things happening in and affecting South Africa on Sunday, 11 October 2026.
BusinessTechIconic retailer founded by two brothers is making a comeback in South Africa
Edgars has recently undergone a revival after entering into voluntary business rescue, with plans to expand its footprint across South Africa.
News24 BusinessShoprite CEO pay jumps to R118m, with half of workers earning less than R7 700 a month
Shoprite CEO Pieter Engelbrecht’s total earned remuneration package in 2025/26 was R118 million, just over R30 million more than the R87 million he received last year.