The Toys R Us Baby Show, a SABC 2 Advertiser Funded Programme (AFP) launched at the end of August 2009, has received excellent feedback from viewers across the country. It runs until 24th October. 16 Oct 2009
Growthpoint Properties, the owners of Game City Shopping Centre in Greyville Durban, have announced a R15 million makeover to modernise the interior and exterior of the building and improve parking. It will also rename the building ‘City View', given the spectacular 360 degree views of the city from the top of the building. 16 Oct 2009
The Times and Sowetan 2009 Retail Awards, conducted by TNS Research Surveys, has determined the most popular forecourt retailer. Engen Quick Shop was first with BP Express second with only 1% between the votes, again proved that the retail environment is highly competitive with small differences in ratings. 16 Oct 2009
Logitech is launching its latest gaming keyboard, the G110, which is said to enable users to personalise their setup, communicate more effectively, and execute complex commands easily. 15 Oct 2009
The Department of Health is to develop legislation aimed at reducing certain trans fatty acids in some processed and prepared foods currently for sale in South Africa, with particular emphasis on trans fats derived from the process of partial hydrogenation of vegetable oil. 15 Oct 2009
Wholesale trade sales for August 2009 fell by 12.4% year-on-year, Statistics South Africa said on Thursday, 15 October 2009. 15 Oct 2009
The Southern African Clothing and Textile Workers' Union (Sactwu) is expected to sign a wage agreement today, Thursday 15 October 2009, after its members embarked on a 10-day strike last month. 15 Oct 2009
A flop. This sums up yesterday's march by the Durban Unicity Forum Informal Traders, which supports the controversial Warwick Triangle development in Durban. 15 Oct 2009
Retail sales plunged 7% in the year to August, far more steeply than expected, showing that lower interest rates have not alleviated the plight of the economy's third-biggest sector. 15 Oct 2009
Senior members of the banking industry and the legal fraternity, recently came together to discuss fraud in the South African mortgage lending industry, which was co-hosted by Korbitec Property Division and GlenRand MIB. 15 Oct 2009
Brazil, one of the four key emerging economic world powers alongside China, Russia and India, is sending a trade mission from the State of Pernambuco, north-eastern Brazil, to Johannesburg on Tuesday 20 October 2009 at the Sandton Convention Centre, to engage with accredited South African importers and exporters. 15 Oct 2009
The KFC Add Hope campaign has four new South African national brand ambassadors, who join five-time Grammy Award winner, Christina Aguilera in the global fight against hunger. They are Isidingo star Jack Devnarain, World Food Programme (WFP) ambassador Hlubi Mboya and hip hop stars Lebo and Siya of Skwatta Kamp. 15 Oct 2009
Engen has opened its own fuel storage and loading depot, Cape Town Terminal, in Montague Gardens near its old location as part of the Chevron Refinery in Milnerton. 15 Oct 2009
In celebration of RMB WineX Joburg's 10 year anniversary, the Wine Diva has mapped out a guided walking tour especially for woman to showcase some exceptional tastings on offer at the expo. 14 Oct 2009
Retail trade sales in South Africa continued falling in August 2009 compared to the same time last year, Statistics South Africa reported on Wednesday, 14 October 2009. 14 Oct 2009
Trade and Industry Minister Dr Rob Davies said on Monday, 12 October 2009, that the clothing and textile industry in SA was not inevitably doomed and the government would defend strategic industrial capacity. 14 Oct 2009
The country's top designers have descended on Durban to showcase their latest collections for this summer in the Sanlam South African Fashion Week. 14 Oct 2009
Massmart, SA's largest wholesaler, said last week it would spend a fraction of its R380m capital expenditure to acquire large independent retailers next year. 14 Oct 2009
Managing significant risk in African markets has been key to Shoprite's success on the continent. 14 Oct 2009
Forever New, reportedly Australia's hottest high street brand, will open its first two South African stores in Fourways Mall and Woodlands Boulevard in Pretoria in December 2009. Noted for setting new standards in fashion forward design with exceptional quality and value, the international catwalks and celebrity-led trends, styled with a range of accessories to create unique looks, inspire its original designs. 14 Oct 2009
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