Black Friday deals to be on the lookout for in 2025
Retailers across South Africa have launched early Black Friday deals, with discounts of up to 70% on electronics, home appliances, fashion, and furniture.
Lifestyle
News
Shoprite exits Africa’s market with plans to expand in SA
Shoprite, South Africa’s biggest grocery retailer, is closing its stores in Ghana and Malawi as part of a long-term plan to focus on growth within South Africa.
News
Walmart in South Africa: America’s biggest retailer is coming to Mzansi
Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, has confirmed plans to open branded stores in South Africa later this year, promising low prices and local partnerships.
Fashion
SHEIN finds new ways to disrupt South Africa’s online retail market
SHEIN is shaking up South Africa’s fashion industry with a pop-up store, a local brand partnership, and tax loopholes that give it a major pricing advantage.
News
Checkers is beta testing South Africa’s first smart trolley
Checkers has launched trials of the Checkers smart trolleys South Africa, allowing shoppers to scan, bag, and pay directly on the cart without standing in a checkout queue.
Fashion
Shein pop-up store coming to South Africa amid global tax scrutiny and financial uncertainty
Shein is launching a pop-up store at Johannesburg’s Mall of Africa this weekend, as questions swirl over its tax practices and a reported $400 million profit ahead of new tariffs.
News
Woolworths Food dragged into fake Lucky Star fish scandal
Woolworths Food faces scrutiny after counterfeit Lucky Star fish cans were found stored in its branded boxes.
News
Pick n Pay plans to close 100 stores after posting worrying results
The closure of these stores is expected to save approximately R850 million in costs and avoid further losses.
Crime
Berea McDonald’s hostage situation contained after woman surrenders
Berea McDonald’s hostage situation ended with the peaceful surrender of a disgruntled female employee who had taken managers hostage over workplace grievances.
Health for Dummies
Woolworths initiates emergency recall of peanut butter ice cream
Woolworths has initiated an emergency recall of its peanut butter ice cream due to high Aflatoxin levels. Here’s everything you must know.
Lifestyle
Westown Square: Development of R1.4 billion mega-mall in high gear
Westown Square, a R1.4bn high-street retail marvel in Shongweni, Durban, is expected to open its doors in early 2025.
News
Peanut butter recall: House of Natural Butters ordered to remove products from shelf
The peanut butter recall was triggered by the discovery of aflatoxin levels surpassing the legally permissible limits.
News
Pick n Pay Longmeadow distribution centre under fire over alleged staff revolt [video]
The Pick n Pay Longmeadow distribution centre has come under fire over an alleged staff revolt linked to unfair dismissals.
Viral
Mall@55 roof collapses as stormy weather hits Centurion [photo]
The roof at the entrance of Mall@55 collapsed on Friday evening.
Crime
Three Somali nationals arrested for operating fake passport factory in Bellville
A significant bust in Bellville by Cape Town police resulted in the arrest of three Somali nationals running a fake passport factory.
Fashion
Zara pulls controversial ad – Was it coincidence or outrage marketing?
Zara’s latest ad featuring mannequins in rubble pulled after public uproar.
News
2023 Black Friday live updates: Follow the sales frenzy right here [video]
Follow all the live updates of the 2023 Black Friday sales event right here.
News
Woolworths shoots down claims of supporting Israel boycott, clarifies ‘deshelving’ debacle
Woolworths has clarified several claims made in media articles about its position on the Israel boycott.
News
Woolworths battens under mounting pressure to outrightly denounce Israel
Woolworths has reportedly reiterated its stance on Israel and deshelved all products imported from the region. Here’s what we know.
Lifestyle
What is the history of Black Friday? – Here’s everything you need to know
We traced the history of Black Friday and uncovered interesting facts about the origins of the shopping holiday.
Fashion
Maison Valentino unveils new Madison Avenue flagship store with artistic flair [photo]
Maison Valentino’s flagship store on Madison Avenue opens with a grand showcase of luxury and art.
Lifestyle
A ‘what to get for mom’ Mother’s Day gift guide
Don’t know what to buy for mom this Mother’s Day? Check this guide out
Fashion
Yeezy Boost 380 Blue Oat: Release date, how to buy in South Africa [photo]
Here’s a look at the Yeezy Boost 380 Blue Oat that’s coming to select stores in South Africa this week.