Retail Matters

How Ekasi, Witsand, and Beyond Are Reshaping Commerce

The South African retail sector has a small but tenacious newcomer to the world of payment solution options. Amidst economic instability, currency devaluation, and a growing unbanked population, Bitcoin is emerging as a lifeline for businesses and...

NIQ report reveals opportunities for private label FMCG growth in South Africa

According to NielsenIQ (NIQ) private labels generated sales value of more than R98 billion in South Africa during 2024. The data shows that private labels grew sales value in South Africa by 7.5% in 2024 and accounted for around 18% of total FMCG...

South African consumers shift to value as economic pressures persist

NIQ South Africa has released its latest State of the Retail Nation analysis for the last quarter and full year calendar year of 2024, showing moderate increases in retail sales despite a strong festive season finish. South African consumers spent...

Homechoice to expand from 37 to 60 showroom stores by end of 2025

With online shopping continuing to flourish in South Africa and transforming the retail landscape, it’s easy to assume that physical stores are becoming obsolete. However, a growing body of research indicates that brick-and-mortar stores still play a...

South Africa’s Online Grocery Sector: Trends, Challenges, and Yassir’s Innovative Approach

As South Africa undergoes a digital transformation, the online grocery delivery sector is experiencing revolutionary changes. The shift from in-person to online shopping is accelerating, particularly among middle-class to upper-class consumers...
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