The CitizenPick n Pay pays its lowest-paid employees nearly R6k per month, while Spar promised 40% increase
If Spar keeps its promise of a 40% increase, the lowest-paid employees could earn more than double what Pick n Pay employees earn.
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The CitizenThe CitizenWill Woolworths face investigation following complaints of spam emails?
Customers were reportedly told they would forgo discounts if they unsubscribed from communication.
The CitizenPick n Pay wants to give CEO more shares to achieve turnaround
Roughly R25m in shares will be awarded in August, which offsets those forfeited by the delay of achieving break-even.
The CitizenBattle of delivery apps: Pick n Pay launches AI assistant, Woolworths gets another ‘dark store’
This is an attempt to regain ground lost to Checkers Sixty60 app.
The CitizenRival retailers are using Takealot’s tech
And it's great business - with (highly profitable) revenue from 'fulfilment services' almost doubling in a year.
The CitizenCheckers Sixty60 may not be available in some areas on 30 June
Customers are advised to make orders in advance.
The CitizenHere’s how young South Africans are entering the credit market
'The first credit experience for many young consumers is becoming more controlled and more intentional.'
The CitizenHere are the changes coming to Woolworths’ rewards programme
Is your loyalty truly being rewarded, or is it being cleverly exploited?
The CitizenLess than a month in, Woolworths CEO shakes up leadership
Ngumeni assumed his duties as group CEO on 1 June 2026, succeeding Roy Bagattini, who retired after six years at the helm.
The CitizenFrom selling their home to securing Shoprite shelves: a father-and-son success story
The gamble paid off with sales surging by more than 130%.
The CitizenMr D drivers accuse Takealot company of low pay, mistreatment
According to payslips, drivers do earn R27.50 per delivery.
The CitizenDistribution expansion gives alcohol brand boost to compete with giants
The acquisition will give the brand an opportunity to compete with other well-known RTD brands, such as Bernini and Brutal Fruit.
The CitizenTFS denies Mr D drivers earn R27.50 per delivery
Takealot Fulfilment Solutions says wages are not based on a single fixed amount.
The CitizenSpar CEO acknowledges management mistakes behind retailer’s struggles
'We allowed our cost base to outgrow revenue for too long.'
The CitizenWhy Dis-Chem is spending hundreds of millions to disrupt itself
'The alternative is to stay safe and become irrelevant over time' - CEO Rui Morais.
The Citizen‘Our engagements continue’ – Pick n Pay on halting retrenchments of 22,000 workers
Retrenchments are not completely off the table.
The CitizenMore problems loom as Spar crashes back to 2008 levels
Will the wholesaler ever be able to return to 3% operating margins?
The Citizen‘We are truly sorry’ – Pick n Pay on customers’ data breach
Retailer says only personal information and limited credit card information were compromised.
The CitizenPick n Pay freezes salaries and slashes headcount in ‘future-fit’ restructuring drive
Pick n Pay says it remains committed to safeguarding jobs.
The CitizenThirsti praises Woolworths amid growing controversy
Bottled water brand Thirsti says its partnership with Woolworths has been built on trust and mutual growth.
The CitizenNothing left to savour for chocolatier after Woolies fallout
Beyers maintains he honoured Woolies product exclusivity even after the original deal lapsed.
The CitizenAnother Woolies supplier claims bullying
The business grew from a small family seafood operation into one of Woolies' largest seafood suppliers for more than 30 years.
The CitizenNew Woolworths boss faces urgent to-do list
A decision on Country Road looms large, while Checkers simply cannot be underestimated
The CitizenPick n Pay sells down R4.7bn in Boxer to shore up turnaround
Blip in momentum at the end of last year was not on anyone's radar
The CitizenGrocery comparison shocks as UK basket comes out slightly cheaper than SA
While South Africa still offers cheaper fresh produce and meat, imported and branded products came out more affordable in the UK.
The CitizenCheckers Sixty60 suspended in Western Cape and parts of Eastern Cape
The delivery service has been suspended for the safety of drivers.
The CitizenThe next battleground for Woolies and Checkers
Some vertical integration is inevitable as both retailers seek to protect their turf.
The CitizenHere’s what South Africans spend most of their money on
Most people spend money on alcoholic drinks during long weekends.
The CitizenCoup as Spar lands ex-Pick n Pay boss
Are these new execs the key to fixing Spar?
The CitizenBusiness of beauty: Here’s why the Takealot House of beauty tickets sold out in 15 mins
In uncertain economies, beauty thrives as consumers daily seek comfort, status, and transformative escapism.