TFG and JD Sports launch first store in South Africa, signalling major retail expansion
By Larry Claasen
TFG (The Foschini Group) has opened the doors to southern Africa’s first JD Sports store at Canal Walk Mall, Cape Town, marking a significant milestone in the region’s retail...
SU and Shoprite partnership empowers first cohort of data science graduates
Students were granted access to a dataset of 14 million sale transactions, and they were continuously mentored by engineers from the Shoprite Group.
It is difficult for students to access...
Opinion piece: E-commerce is a necessary evolution for business growth in South Africa
By Mandisa Guliwe, E-commerce Manager for Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric
South Africa’s e-commerce sector is set to grow to R225 billion by 2025, which signifies a 150% growth rate over five years,...
90% off is 100% fake: Pay attention to scams when shopping online
Con artists and scammers are becoming increasingly clever at manipulating bank details and private information out of consumers – so know the risks, and the warning signs, says Richard Frost, Head...
OneDayOnly is proving itself to be a launchpad for upcoming businesses
By Larry Claasen
ONEDAYONLY.CO.ZA has come a long way since its founders, Christian Oberhofer and Maurits Vermeulen, formed the business in a garage 14 years ago. Today, the daily deal site handles...
Designing and running an ecommerce business for growth in the township economies
Understanding where and how those opportunities exist and what’s needed to meet that need and more
Research released by retail analyst Trade Intelligence earlier this year indicated that township trade brings in...
Black Friday shopping season 2024 is projected to give the South African economy an R88...
South Africa’s wholesale, retail and fuel sectors are forecasted to generate more than R88 billion in additional economic value for the economy as a whole during November 2024 amid surging consumer...
Building customer loyalty in the e-commerce age
The online marketplace has changed dramatically since Covid, and big international players entering the market and technological advancements like AI are further changing the game. But despite these changes, it is...
Navigating disruption: How retailers can prepare for the R100-billion ecommerce market
SOUTH African retail has experienced profound transformation over the past few years, with digital platforms and ecommerce reshaping consumer expectations. However, we are just in the earliest phases of digital transformation...
New E-Commerce measures will level the playing field for entrepreneurs
IN a significant move to support local e-commerce entrepreneurs, the Trade, Industry, and Competition Ministry has announced new measures aimed at levelling the playing field between international e-commerce giants and local...
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Ecommerce news on Cape Business News (CBN) delves into South Africa’s fast-growing online retail landscape, covering trends in digital marketplaces, consumer behavior, and logistics. CBN offers updates on ecommerce technology, payment gateways, and strategies for expanding online reach. This news is vital for businesses looking to scale online operations, adapt to shifting consumer preferences, and leverage tools for digital sales optimization. CBN’s ecommerce coverage keeps professionals informed on industry developments that shape South Africa’s digital economy.
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