Tag: Retail

Nasan Energies Marks New Era for Indigenous African Energy Leadership After Acquiring 52 Fuel Stations in Namibia

Nasan Energies has completed the acquisition of 52 Engen and Shell-branded fuel stations in Namibia in a landmark US$50 million transaction. The deal positions the Namibian-owned company as the country’s third-largest oil marketing company and highlights the growing role of indigenous African businesses in energy ownership, fuel retail and economic transformation. Led by entrepreneur Miguel Hamutenya, Nasan Energies aims to strengthen Namibia’s energy security, expand fuel retail operations and become a leading African energy company.

Refreshi Helps South Africans Save R12.5 Million While Rescuing 200,000 Meals from Landfill in One Year

South African food-tech startup Refreshi has helped consumers save R12.5 million on groceries while rescuing 200,000 surplus meals from landfill in its first year. The company’s Grocery Savings Impact Report highlights rapid nationwide expansion, significant environmental benefits, and growing adoption of its circular economy marketplace, which connects consumers with discounted surplus food from supermarkets, restaurants, bakeries, and cafés across South Africa.

South Africa Risks Turning BNPL into a Credit-Exclusion Trigger without Fairer Scoring Rules

South Africa risks turning Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) into a credit exclusion trigger if scoring systems fail to properly interpret short-term instalment data. Experts warn that integrating BNPL into traditional credit models could unfairly lower credit scores for responsible borrowers, particularly younger and lower-income consumers. Regulators have paused BNPL data integration as concerns grow over financial inclusion and scoring accuracy.

Brice & Burnett named South Africa’s Best Luxury Wine Retailer

Brice & Burnett, formerly Wine Cellar, has been named South Africa’s Best Luxury Wine Retailer by the Luxury Lifestyle Awards, recognising 25 years of excellence in fine wine curation and client service. The brand is celebrated for its premium selection of local and international wines, investment portfolios, brokerage services, and expert cellaring solutions. This award highlights its leadership in shaping South Africa’s luxury wine market.

Walmart and Google Partner with Fluence Africa for Landmark “YouTube-First” Creator Training in South Africa

Global retail giant Walmart and tech leader Google have partnered with Fluence Africa to launch a groundbreaking “YouTube-first” creator training program in South Africa. Hosted in a live retail environment, the initiative equips content creators with practical skills in video production, storytelling, and digital monetisation. By blending content creation with real-world commerce, the program highlights the growing importance of the creator economy and signals a shift toward authentic, video-driven marketing strategies across Africa.

Performance Under Pressure: What African Leaders Must Unlearn to Endure

African leaders operate under intense pressure shaped by economic volatility, cultural expectations, and historical context. In Performance Under Pressure, Rochelle Trow explores how many executives sustain success by relying on deeply ingrained “survival patterns” — often at the cost of long-term wellbeing and leadership effectiveness. Drawing on her experience across Africa and Europe, she argues that sustainable leadership requires unlearning habits such as tying identity to performance, projecting constant certainty, and mistaking endurance for strength. The article highlights why self-awareness, not just resilience, is critical for African leaders navigating complex, high-stakes environments.

Africa Food Show 2026 returns amid Africa’s expanding $ 1 trillion food and beverage market

Africa Food Show 2026 will return to the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 10–12 June 2026, bringing together suppliers, manufacturers, buyers, and hospitality leaders from across Africa and around the world. The event takes place as Africa’s food and beverage (F&B) market enters a major growth phase, projected to expand from $346 billion in 2024 to nearly $1 trillion by 2030. Driven by urbanization, rising incomes, and changing consumer demand, the sector offers significant opportunities for innovation in food production, distribution, and retail. With more than 350 exhibitors and 8,000+ industry professionals from 60+ countries, Africa Food Show 2026 will serve as a key platform for sourcing, partnerships, and investment across Africa’s rapidly evolving food economy.

AI-driven shopping and privacy: What the retail and e-commerce sector should expect in 2026

As AI-driven shopping transforms retail and e-commerce, cybersecurity and privacy risks are escalating rapidly. In 2025, retailers faced a sharp rise in ransomware, phishing, and mobile malware attacks, with cybercriminals increasingly targeting online stores, payment systems, and delivery services. Looking ahead to 2026, conversational AI search, external AI shopping assistants, and image-based product discovery are expected to expand the data and privacy attack surface, exposing both consumers and businesses to new threats. To sustain trust and growth, retailers must strengthen cybersecurity defenses, improve data governance, and proactively address emerging privacy risks associated with AI-powered shopping experiences.