The CitizenBoxer reports maize meal, rice and flour prices decline as food deflation deepens
The retailer opened 19 stores in 20 weeks.
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The CitizenThe CitizenNKD drives Mr Price’s Q1 sales growth
In its debut on the group's books, the European retailer contributed to the group's overall 45% increase in sales for the 13 weeks ended June 2026.
The CitizenPork prices drop: Here’s how much you can expect to pay
'Instead of the shortages many anticipated, the market has swung in the opposite direction.'
The CitizenWhat if Spar, built on convenience, is no longer convenient?
Every single Sixty60 order by a Spar shopper chips away at that retailer's very foundation.
The CitizenHow Shoprite built a R1bn-plus media business in plain sight
Practically everything is for sale, including in-store screens, delivery trucks, till slips ...
The CitizenNeed help putting a meal together? Woolworths introduces AI chef
Woolworths is the latest retailer to introduce an AI assistant after Checkers Sixty60 and Pick n Pay.
The CitizenHere’s how the Gen Z is spending money and building credit
How people spend money is based on their personalities.
The CitizenHere’s how much the prices of coffee and chocolate could drop by
However, even if global coffee and cocoa prices go down, it does not mean retail prices will also decrease.
The CitizenSPAR recalls multiple yoghurts over spoilage, gastro risk – these products are affected
A machine malfunctioned during production, resulting in product blowing.
The Citizen97-year-old Edgars plans to open 50 stores – Here’s how the future looks
The retailer is set to open its first standalone cellular store called Edgars Connect.
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.
The 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.