Takealot and Pick n Pay are rolling out more convenient Pickup Points in Pick n Pay supermarkets as a growing number of South Africans collect their Takealot orders while doing their grocery shopping. What began with just two pilot locations in 2023 has expanded to 30 Takealot Pickup Points in Pick n Pays across the
Vodacom welcomes the announcement by the Competition Commission that it will no longer oppose Vodacom’s proposed acquisition of a 30% interest in Maziv, marking a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to enhance digital infrastructure and connectivity in South Africa. This development follows additional concessions agreed to by Vodacom and CIVH – the current owner
The world’s largest independent arbiter of branding is back in South Africa! Superbrands South Africa today announced its official relaunch and the upcoming release of its highly anticipated fifth publication. This milestone signifies its renewed dedication to identifying, recognising, and celebrating the nation’s most outstanding brands. Superbrands is globally renowned for its rigorous and independent
bp South Africa – a subsidiary of global energy major bp – is undergoing a strategic transformation to modernize its services, infrastructure and customer experience across the country. In May 2025, the company launched a comprehensive nationwide upgrade of its existing service stations and announced plans to construct 40 new retail sites equipped with expanded
UrgentGo Courier, a rising logistics company based in Johannesburg, has launched its new same-day delivery service to meet the growing demand for fast, secure, and affordable parcel delivery across South Africa. The company offers a variety of courier solutions including last-mile delivery, medical logistics, and document handling for both businesses and individuals. With a focus
SYSPRO has announced that it has added two new companies as official SYSPRO Independent Software Vendor (ISV) referral partners for the EMEA region, bringing additional functionality to the SYSPRO ERP platform. Geo Rep, a South African-based provider of field sales management software, and Cranswick, which is focused on the intelligent warehouse space, join the SYSPRO
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF) signed an agreement for a US$150 million contribution from GCF to the US$358 million Dairy Interventions for Mitigation and Adaptation (DaIMA) programme in East Africa, reaching 2.5 million rural people in Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda. The programme will help smallholder dairy
Vodacom Business has deployed a Mobile Private Network (MPN) at Sasol’s synthetic fuel facility in Secunda, Mpumalanga. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in leveraging advanced technology to enhance operational efficiency and connectivity in the industrial sector. “As part of Sasol’s digitalisation journey, there is a focus on utilising technology to improve processes that impact
The Chairperson of the Select Committee on Economic Development and Trade, Ms Sonja Boshoff, has welcomed the launch of Proudly SA’s new online platform for locally produced consumer goods. Ms Boshoff characterised the platform as a significant step towards reindustrialisation of the South African economy, which will protect local jobs. “This digital marketplace will serve
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is advancing agrifood systems through integration of effective digital technologies in Zimbabwe. Through the Fostering Digital Villages Initiative (FDiVi), FAO hosted a Digital Fair in the Masvingo province. The digital fair brought together digital service providers, farmers, agri-entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders, creating a dynamic platform for knowledge
Massmart owned Jumbo is celebrating four decades of providing affordable access to quality goods and trusted brands to community-based spaza shops, wholesalers, tavern owners and liquor traders. Stats SA’s most recent Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) reported that the informal sector, of which community- based retail is a major part, accounted for 19,5% of total
Exemplifying its commitment to safety as it helps businesses grow, Unitrans has won the coveted Most Outstanding Contractor Partner Safety Award at the Rio Tinto RockStars of the Year Safety Awards for the second year in a row. Unitrans, which went up against an estimated 18,000 other contractors across 35 countries in six continents to
The Nigerian Government is set to partner the Jigawa State government to scale up sugar production in the country. Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Professor Joseph Terlumun Utsev made this known on Wednesday in his office when the Governor of Jigawa State Umar Namadi paid him a courtesy call in Abuja. Professor Utsev who
CEVA Logistics continues to expand across the African continent, announcing the construction of a logistics base in the port area of Kribi, Cameroon. The 30,000 m² logistics platform is expected to open between September-January and will offer 25,000 m² of import-export container storage space and 5,000 m² of warehouse space. CEVA Logistics, a global player
The Coca-Cola Company has announced the results of a comprehensive, Africa-wide socio-economic impact study during the 2025 U.S.-Africa Business Summit in Luanda, Angola. The study shows that the Coca-Cola system, made up of The Coca-Cola Company and its authorized bottlers, working with a wide network of suppliers, manufacturers, service providers and customers, contributed $10.4 billion
Olam Agri, a leading agribusiness in food, feed, and fibre, has entered a strategic partnership with IDH and Arzikin Noma, a Nigerian agricultural development firm driving innovation and partnerships in rural farming communities, to strengthen soybean production in Kwara State. The agreement aims to unlock the potential of smallholder soybean farmers, particularly women and young people,
Stitch Express, part of payments infrastructure company Stitch, today announced Elevate25, a new e-commerce conference set to take place on 7 August 2025 in Johannesburg. Designed to unite South Africa’s leading e-commerce brands, logistics providers, growth platforms, and digital agencies, the summit will welcome over 200 attendees for a day of actionable insights, strategy sharing,
Petshop Science has partnered with Sixty60, South Africa’s number 1 on-demand delivery service, to offer same-day delivery within precisely scheduled 60-minute timeslots of a wide range of specialised pet food, treats, toys and vet-approved local and international brands. From 25kg bags of dog food to top up treats, Petshop Science is enlisting Sixty60 to handle
Massmart has announced new operations leaders for its Makro, Game and Cash & Carry trading brands. Unathi Kildase, has been appointed Vice President, Game. Kildase is a seasoned supply chain professional who joined Massmart in 2020 as Transport Executive and was recently named Top Woman Professional of the Year by the Pan African Supply Chain
As Africa’s logistics sector undergoes rapid change, Unitrans is solidifying its position as a trusted and forward-thinking supply chain services partner. With a focus on customer-specific solutions and a firm commitment to supporting the continent’s long-term growth, the company is delivering real impact through smart technology, data-driven strategies and strong partnerships. “The African logistics landscape
The Department of Agriculture is currently assessing the possibility of implementing regionalisation for chicken imports from Brazil to ensure local demand is met without compromising biosecurity. This follows South Africa’s suspension of imports of live poultry, eggs, and fresh (including frozen) poultry meat from Brazil after an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The
The Shoprite Group’s 29 distribution centres across the country – including its newest state-of-the-art 94 000 m2 Riverfields facility – have ramped up operations for this year’s longest promotional campaign, Checkers’ XXL Savings, that offers over R45 million in savings to customers every day for six weeks straight (9 June to 20 July). In 2024, the XXL
Lewis Group reported a 66.9% increase in operating profit to R1.2 billion for the year to March 2025, driven by strong credit sales, expanding margins and robust growth in the debtors’ portfolio, while satisfactory paying customers reached a new record high. The group’s operating margin improved significantly, increasing by 790 basis points from 14.8% to
Jumia, Africa’s leading e-commerce platform, has teamed up with Algerian finance provider Diar Dzair to roll out Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services for customers across Algeria. This strategic collaboration is designed to make online shopping even more accessible, offering shoppers the flexibility to split their payments while encouraging greater use of digital financial services.
TFG announced a record set of annual financial results for the year ending March 2025, fuelled by a robust second-half performance from TFG Africa, continued store expansion across all territories, and the strategic acquisition of White Stuff in the UK. TFG CEO Anthony Thunström highlighted the Group’s improved operating leverage as a key driver of
Nestlé today announced a US$7 million investment to expand its cereal manufacturing facility in Harare, reinforcing Zimbabwe’s role as a strategic hub for breakfast cereal production in the Eastern and Southern Africa Region (ESAR). This upgrade, which includes the installation of a fourth roller dryer for Nestlé CEREVITA, will increase the factory’s production capacity by
Accenture has announced a strategic collaboration with Imperial Logistics to deliver intelligent, customer-centric supply chain transformation across the African continent. As part of the initiative, Accenture will execute Imperial’s current supply chain and control tower contracts, as well as drive new skills and capabilities into these services. This initiative is a first of its kind
Cross Switch, a global payments technology company, has found a strategic collaborator in its mission to bring faster, smarter, and more scalable payments to emerging markets. In partnership with South African fintech leader Paysoft, these two forward-thinking platforms are joining forces to swing the axe against digital transaction logjams that hamper South African businesses. Be
Bord Bia – The Irish Food Board – today announced that Irish food and drink exports to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region reached €546.9 million in 2024, highlighting the strategic importance of the region for Ireland’s agri-food sector. The Middle East and Africa continue to represent a key and growing market for
Yanmar Agribusiness Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd., today announced a strategic partnership with ATC Comafrique, a leading automotive and industrial equipment distributor based in Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, to accelerate the growth of its agricultural machinery business in West Africa. The two companies reached an agreement on May 23 to collaborate
Pick n Pay’s turnaround is taking shape as the retailer reports a year of recovery after solving its debt challenges and driving a like for like sales recovery in its core Pick n Pay supermarkets. “There are no surprises in this result, we are meeting the guidance that we have given every 6 months, making
ADNOC Distribution, in partnership with TotalEnergies Marketing Egypt (TEME), has announced the launch of ADNOC Voyager lubricants across Egypt. This marks the first time ADNOC Voyager products will be available at third-party points of sale in the country. ADNOC Voyager products are currently available at select points of sale in Greater Cairo and the Nile
Pick n Pay has launched a powerful new app that brings together its on-demand delivery service asap!, Smart Shopper loyalty programme, and value-added services into a single, next-generation platform. This is the retailer’s most significant digital milestone since launching asap!. The asap! back-end and front-end technology has been completely re-platformed over the past 18 months, resulting
South Africa’s retail sector is entering a pivotal phase. After several quarters of mixed signals — sluggish growth, cost pressures, and store closures — the latest developments point to a market regaining its stride. But this is not a simple rebound story. Beneath the topline growth, we see deep structural shifts reshaping how retailers operate,
RFG Holdings reported a strong recovery in sales volumes in its regional business for the six months to March 2025, increasing revenue by 7.6% despite continued pressure on consumer spending in the domestic market. Group revenue increased by 3.5% to R4.0 billion, tempered by the weaker performance of the international business owing to subdued global
Lewis Group has been named Company of the Year in the prestigious News24 Business Awards 2025 which recognise excellence in corporate South Africa. The award recognises the JSE-listed company that has created strong shareholder value over the medium-term, while also excelling in performance, transforming the business landscape in South Africa through strategic leadership and innovation
West Pack, one of South Africa’s most recognisable retail brands, has new owners after entering business rescue proceedings in 2024. The brand’s new owners recently announced their big plans for West Pack, specifically focusing on its franchise model. West Pack entered voluntary business rescue in June 2024 after its board of directors adopted a resolution
Frasers Group plc has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Holdsport, finalizing a deal initially publicized on November 26, 2024. The transaction was concluded after meeting all necessary regulatory requirements. Holdsport, a prominent South African retailer known for its specialty in sports and outdoor goods, operates through its well-established Sportsmans (NASDAQ:SPWH) Warehouse and
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has written to the Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Finance, Dr Joseph Maswanganyi, to request an urgent hearing on the financial and ethical crisis at Daybreak Foods. This follows shocking reports that two directors of Daybreak Foods received six-figure payments while workers went unpaid, chickens were left to starve, and
Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Mapa) wrapped up its agribusiness mission to Angola on Saturday, May 10, following a week of productive government meetings and on-site farm visits across three provinces. The delegation—comprising Minister Carlos Fávaro, Agricultural Attaché José Guilherme Leal, Mapa’s Director of Promotion and Foreign Investment André Okubo, and some 30 Brazilian agribusiness entrepreneurs—began
While the economic landscape has been anything but stable, with international trade tensions and the national budget fallout spooking the market before rebounding when the VAT increase was later withdrawn, the retail sector is showing remarkable resilience, says Ecentric Payment Systems’ Rory Bosman, adding that many retailers proved at the end of last year that
Following success in Côte d’Ivoire, Jumia Delivery launches in Nigeria with plans to enter more key markets. Jumia, the leading pan-African e-commerce platform, announced the expansion of its logistics service, Jumia Delivery, to Nigeria. Building on its successful operations in Côte d’Ivoire, Jumia Delivery offers individuals and businesses a fast, secure, and cost-effective parcel delivery service across the
Cross Switch, a provider of class-leading payment solutions, has strengthened its African presence by officially launching services in Kenya and partnering with licensed local payment provider Pesawise. This collaboration makes the most of Pesawise’s solid regulatory standing and trusted reputation, allowing Cross Switch to establish it’s footprint and, together with Pesawise, immediately deliver robust payment
Blind SA, a leading nonprofit organisation dedicated to advocating for accessibility and inclusion, has been working closely with Checkers to optimise the online shopping experience on the Sixty60 app for blind and partially sighted users. Following the launch of the new Checkers Sixty60 app in October 2024, various representatives of Blind SA – including Christo
The summit showcases the latest advancements and cutting-edge solutions shaping the future of payments, with the awards spotlighting companies that successfully integrate these innovations in collaboration with Absa. Presented for the first time this year, the Retail Powerhouse Award honours large retailers leading the way in payment technology across consumer and commercial services. This prestigious
South Africa’s leading online retailer, Takealot, is proud to announce the expansion of its on-demand delivery service, TakealotNOW, to greater Cape Town areas. This expansion aims to provide even more customers with the convenience of ordering hundreds of Takealot products, delivered in minutes. TakealotNOW, available on the Mr D app, offers a vast selection of
In an exciting development for the South African retail landscape – Takealot, the country’s leading online retailer – is poised to transform the digital shopping experience with the launch of TakealotMORE. This groundbreaking subscription service offers millions of South Africans exclusive monthly benefits to eliminate delivery costs and enhance shopping convenience. TakealotMORE emerges as customer demand grows
Nasdaq- and JSE-listed Lesaka Technologies reported a record performance in its consumer division helped it keep to its guidance for its third quarter, and it’s confident enough to expect a profit next year as well. Lesaka, which has been growing rapidly since rebranding from Net UEPS in 2022, reported its loss jumped to R404 million
Strong balance sheet, improved dividend, agri upward momentum and planned site expansions support second-half optimism KAL Group, the unique South African agri, fuel & convenience speciality retailer listed on the JSE, today reported a steady performance for the six months ended March 2025 (H1 or this period). Encouraged by the positive momentum to date, an even better performance in H2 is expected. The Group delivered solid earnings, underpinned by a diversified business model, disciplined capital management, and strong
The African Development Bank Group has approved a Zambian Kwacha-denominated Risk Sharing Credit Guarantee to support Zambeef Products Plc’s $100 million expansion programme across its core operations in Zambia. This guarantee is one of many innovative ways in which the Bank provides local currency to its borrowers, while also promoting collaboration with local commercial financial
