Every day, ecommerce quietly threads itself through South African life. The parent buying a school uniform between meetings, the small business owner reaching customers three provinces away, the side hustler turning a weekend skill into a second income. Behind those everyday moments is technology. But increasingly, the people shaping that technology are bringing something equally

While much of the South African retail sector remains focused on consolidation and efficiency, Edgars is moving forward with purpose, precision and renewed confidence in the growth potential of one of the country’s most enduring retail brands. Having spent the past three years rightsizing its store network and aligning its physical presence to the economic

FoodForward SA is delighted to have been selected as the official sustainability partner of Refreshi, South Africa’s leading surplus food marketplace. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to reducing food loss and waste while creating greater awareness of the role food recovery can play in building a more sustainable and food secure South Africa. Every

Cairo – Oriental Weavers, the world’s leading manufacturer of woven carpets, today unveiled its upgraded e-commerce platform, marking a major milestone in the Group’s digital transformation journey. As Egypt’s digital economy continues to expand, the launch comes amid accelerating adoption of online and mobile-based services. E-commerce platforms also continue to gain strong traction, attracting 29.8 million users

Things to consider when setting up a home water backup system Water supply disruptions are becoming an increasingly common reality across South Africa, placing pressure on households to find practical ways to secure access to water. In provinces such as Gauteng, recent infrastructure maintenance has highlighted the scale of the challenge, with planned outages leaving

Builders has expanded its footprint in the Western Cape with the opening of Builders Longbeach on Thursday, 23 April 2026. The new store is the company’s second store opened in the province in 5 months and 17th overall, reflecting Builders’ continued investment in accessible, value-driven home improvement retail. Conveniently located within a vibrant coastal retail

Cape Town, South Africa – South Africa’s online retail landscape continues to evolve, with growing demand in niche lifestyle categories contributing to the rise of digital-first platforms. Blom Supply has entered the market with a dedicated headshop offering, providing access to a curated range of smoking accessories through a streamlined online experience. More information: https://blomsupply.co.za/headshop

Unaudited results for the 26 weeks ended 28 December 2025 and cash dividend declaration Delivering customer-first price leadership together with growth in sales, profits and dividends Key information – continuing operations* * It is important to note the Group’s continuing operations result for the period under review is reported against a prior period which has

Walmart is accelerating its commitment to South Africa with the announcement of its third store opening at East Point Shopping Centre in Boksburg, Ekurhuleni. Building on the strong momentum from successful launches in Clearwater and Fourways, where customers have enthusiastically embraced Walmart’s Every Day Low Price philosophy, this new location marks the start of an

Pick n Pay Clothing is now available to millions more customers nationwide following its launch on the Pick n Pay asap! app, making affordable, quality clothing easier to access through a platform customers already use every day for their daily grocery needs. This is another step in Pick n Pay asap’s evolution from an on-demand

Egyptian online grocery platform Breadfast announced on February 18 that it has raised $50 million in a pre-Series C funding round. The round brought together Mubadala Investment Company, SBI Investment, Olayan Financing Company and other institutional investors, including the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), which invested up to $10 million in equity. The new capital

Bosta, a key enabler of e-commerce, has announced a strategic collaboration with Mastercard to support small and medium-sized enterprises in Egypt by delivering integrated solutions that aim to accelerate e-commerce growth in line with evolving market needs. Through this collaboration, Mastercard and Bosta will introduce a dedicated discount program for Mastercard Business cardholders, granting access to preferential

The Shoprite Group has achieved a major sustainability milestone with the installation of its 100th solar photovoltaic (PV) system, 10 years after launching its first solar project in 2015.   With an installed capacity of over 43 300 Kilowatt-peak (kWp), the retailer’s solar portfolio ranks among the largest of any South African private company.   Currently, rooftop solar systems generate enough clean electricity to power nearly 12 300 households

Inspections reveal expired and poorly stored food products at major supermarkets. SOUTH AFRICA – The Malawi Bureau of Standards (MBS) closed two Shoprite supermarkets and several other shops as part of a continuing inspection campaign to enforce consumer protection standards. The shutdown comes on the second day of operations, during which officials discovered expired goods,

For more than two decades, Boxer has been investing in something far bigger than retail — the future leaders of Southern Africa. Since 2002, the Boxer Youth Leadership Programme has created life-changing opportunities for young learners from South Africa and Eswatini, offering access to leadership development experiences that build confidence, resilience and a belief in

JD Sports Fashion plc (JD Group), a leading global omnichannel retailer of sports fashion brands, today announces it will enable customers to use AI platforms to search for and purchase sports footwear, apparel and accessories – all in a single click without leaving the apps. JD customers in the US will be able to purchase

The festive season may be a time of celebration, rest and togetherness, however, as the new year begins, many South African families face a far more sobering reality. January brings with it school fees, uniforms, transport costs and the pressure of stretching household budgets after the holidays. In this moment of transition, community food gardens

Press release: Taager, the Egyptian social e-commerce platform, has officially expanded into Morocco, opening operations in Casablanca as part of its wider regional growth across MENA. This move marks Taager’s first entry into North Africa after establishing its presence in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. The expansion targets Morocco’s fast-developing e-commerce sector, where Taager

With 143 new stores opened in South Africa between July and November 2025, the Shoprite Group is firmly on track to meet its target of 223 openings for the 2026 financial year.   A highlight among these new openings is the Checkers Hyper at Winelands Square in Paarl, which features the retailer’s first LEGO shop-in-shop in the

Sandile Sitsholwana (33) has been named the Shoprite Group’s 2025 Driver of the Year, emerging as the top performer among 1 658 colleagues from South Africa and neighbouring countries in the retailer’s annual competition.  Sitsholwana, who joined the Group in 2024, hails from Botshabelo in the Free State and is the first-ever winner from Bloemfontein

Checkers Sixty60 has set new records for daily orders, pick rates, and on-time deliveries during its Early Black Friday online exclusive promotion – reaffirming its ability to reliably deliver at speed and on time, even during high demand.  Between 20 and 23 November, Checkers Sixty60 ran online-only deals across both groceries and general merchandise – culminating in its

Pick n Pay has unveiled its newly refurbished Klerksdorp Hypermarket, offering North West customers a modernised, one-stop shopping destination that delivers greater convenience, variety and value. After many years of serving the local community, the Klerksdorp Hyper has been completely refreshed to bring shoppers a contemporary store experience with an expanded product range and improved

One year after partnering on the Vitality HealthyFood benefit, Checkers and Discovery can report a growing shift toward healthier grocery habits in South Africa – driven by meaningful rewards and everyday convenience. The HealthyFood benefit rewards Vitality members for purchasing any of the over 2,500 approved healthy food products – available at Checkers, Checkers Hyper and Checkers

The Foschini Group (TFG) today reported steady sales growth and a measured response to aprolonged period of difficult trading across all regions.Group revenue for the six months ended 30 September 2025 increased by 12,2% to R31,4 billion,supported by the inclusion of White Stuff in the UK and growth in TFG Africa. Online sales rose55,3%, now

Customers can look forward to a world-class shopping experience with the opening of a brand-new Checkers supermarket at La Lucia Mall in November 2025. Spanning approximately 3 000sqm, the new store will showcase the Checkers FreshX concept – a modern, easy-to-navigate design paired with an elevated range of products and services. With greater choice, convenience and everyday

Following the earlier announcement of its US$7 million investment into local manufacturing, Nestlé Zimbabwe is reaffirming its commitment to Zimbabwean families by showcasing the growing impact of its flagship breakfast cereal, CEREVITA. Rooted in Nestlé’s purpose, to unlock the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come,

Vivo Energy Botswana and Pick n Pay have partnered to launch a new era of convenience retail with the country’s first Pick n Pay Go store, offering customers quality products and services from two leading names in fuel and retail. Designed for on-the-go shopping 24 hours a day, Pick n Pay GO stores offer a

One of South Africa’s fastest-growing lifestyle nutrition brands has just made the leap from niche online disruptor to national supermarket shelves. METALAB, previously available only via the supplier’s website, has launched its high-quality protein powders in 80 Checkers stores and 21 Medirite Plus pharmacies nationwide, and available for delivery via Sixty60 – making high-quality protein more accessible than ever

Fresh insights spotlight rural adoption, digital inclusion, and Jumia’s role in powering Nigeria’s ecommerce evolution as the brand gears up for its biggest annual shopping event, Black Friday 2025. Jumia, Nigeria’s leading e-commerce platform, has launched the second edition of its flagship “ECommerce in Rural Areas” report, revealing how digital commerce continues to transform lives

Clicks Group delivered a strong trading and operational performance in a constrained trading environment for the year ended August 2025, driven by expanding margins, disciplined cost management and robust cash generation. Diluted headline earnings per share increased by 14.1% and the group achieved an industry-leading return on equity of 49.2%. Group turnover increased by 5.3%