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Feb 14, 2017
Questions abound around the mega tie-up between Shoprite and Steinhoff — with Christo Wiese firmly in the middle

Jan 31, 2017
Listed retail giants Shoprite and Steinhoff say they continue to have exclusive talks about a possible merger.

Jan 23, 2017
AB InBev stresses the voluntary severance targeting management will not interfere with commitments on post-merger employment

Jan 17, 2017
Great excitement on the day before the day that marks the last working day of the year for many of us; on December 14, Shoprite and Steinhoff released a Sens statement entitled "joint detailed cautionary announcement relating to the establishment of an African retail champion".

Jan 12, 2017
The Alberton Record recently reported that R200 notes which were dispensed by an ATM were not accepted as legal tender at local retail stores.

Jan 10, 2017
Professor Tim Noakes, known for his controversial low-carbohydrate high-fat diet, has criticised researchers who have claimed that a balanced diet delivers the same results as a low-carbohydrate diet.

Jan 9, 2017
It’s up to retailers to adapt to these changes – and in some areas even lead the way – or they’ll fall behind and disappear, explains Walmart CEO Doug McMillon.

Dec 13, 2016
A succulent gammon is the focal point of many a festive feast. To help you buy the best, our panel of judges tasted their way through gammons from the five leading supermarkets

Dec 5, 2016
African food producer RCL FOODS and the Food and Allied Workers Union (FAWU) have welcomed the South African government’s response in joining several other countries in banning German chicken.