With a possible call for a lockdown looming in South Africa, people are stockpiling for the worst case scenario. Although some may think it’s too early...
The coronavirus could mean the end for a number for vulnerable retailers. With millions of Americans forced to stay home to help prevent the spread of...
Topline: Nike will shut down all U.S. stores until March 27, the company announced Sunday, adding to a growing list of retailers deciding to close in an effort...
By Melitta Ngalonkulu A sad story; the death rattle of an African legend. On this Friday, the lights shine brightly but the shelves are gloomy. The...
Why is one of Africa’s richest men ploughing millions of dollars into a business many are running from?
From shirts to furniture to groceries, Christo Wiese sells billions in low-cost goods to a continent clamoring for them. America could be next.
Retail and consumer markets are buoyant in developing countries throughout the globe. Personal incomes in many of these regions have increased steadily over the years, prompting...
The white, bold ‘W’ on a black background, one of South Africa’s best-known logos, is gaining traction elsewhere on the continent. To think it started with...
The Adams Pavilion, a dusty shopping center selling aromatic oils, kitschy cushions and costumes in the noisy Sar Bet area of Addis Ababa, is hardly the...
The rising prices of fresh produce means everyone along the food value chain, including the world’s biggest fresh produce market, has to work harder and smarter...