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Nompilo Goba advocates for collaborative democracy and has a strong passion for economic matters, believing that the economy drives the world. She is proud of her eagerness to learn, as there's always more to discover.

Cartrack’s subscriber base grew 18% to more than 2.8-million by the end of May. Picture:
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Karooooo’s Cartrack hits new subscriber heights

Vehicle tracking unit adds record 142,472 net subscribers, fuelling revenue surge

The race to win the heart of an online grocery shopper has entered a new phase.
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Grocers gallop to put chefs in your kitchen

Woolworths is the latest retailer to put AI at centre of the customer shopping experience

The meat industry warns readily accessible meat markets are faltering while South Africa chases new ones. Picture:

SA loses billions as meat export delays lock producers out of ready markets

Delays in government approvals and certification processes continue to block access

Shoprite has already exceeded the number of stores it planned to open in its current financial year, which runs until the end of June. Picture:

Shoprite exceeds store-opening target in push to strengthen dominance

The retailer has surpassed its full-year store-opening target with a month still to go

The gambling industry is now split between traditional operators and rapidly growing online betting platforms.  Picture: 123RF

Mr Price flags online gambling as rival for consumers’ wallets

The fashion retailer delivers stronger profits but warns consumers remain under pressure

Proximity to consumers and flexible purchasing options lift spaza shops doing business in townships. Picture:
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Spaza shops outpace major retailers as consumers tighten budgets

Traditional trade gains ground as cost-conscious consumers change habits

Amazon launches Prime in SA.

Amazon launches Prime in SA as e-commerce battle intensifies

Retail giant bundles free rapid delivery, streaming and gaming perks

Discount retailer Boxer has declared its first annual dividend since listing on the JSE in November 2024.

Cash-flush Boxer declares maiden dividend

Boxer's post-IPO restructuring helps to swing balance sheet into net cash position

South African Breweries says its beer volumes lagged the performance of its other drinks products over the three months to end-March.

ANALYSIS | Health focus, tight budgets reshape SA’s alcohol buying habits

Consumers more selective in alcohol purchases due to financial pressures and health

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Treasury warns weak household finances and slow growth threaten fiscal sustainability

Public finances have stabilised but household financial vulnerability is a challenge

Motus, like many other legacy automotive businesses, has been affected by Chinese vehicle brands gaining market share in South Africa.
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Motus profits soar 20% as sales rebound

Motus has reported higher profits, cash generation and dividends after a surge in South African vehicle sales, highlighting how improving consumer demand and lower interest rates have strengthened the automotive sector and boosted…

Super Group CEO Peter Mountford. Picture: FINANCIAL MAIL
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Asian brands boost Super Group earnings

Demand for affordable cars drives company’s sales

Angelo Swartz has resigned as Spar group CEO.
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Spar shares plunge as CEO quits

CFO Reeza Isaacs to take over group as it faces mounting pressure from retailers

Major brewers including Heineken and Carlsberg have reported declining volumes.

Weight-loss drugs hit beer demand

The world’s largest brewer is expanding its no-alcohol and low-alcohol product lines

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SAB red-flags R25bn illicit alcohol trade

Cigarette industry offers cautionary tale on threat to legitimate trade, brewer says