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June 22, 2018 •
Retail, Top Stories •
Fundisiwe Maseko •
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Digitally connected consumers are always looking for a bargain, convenience and a seamless experience when buying online. However, while the website may be the doorman for a happy customer experience, the service is only complete once the customer has the goods in hand. Online shopping portals have had to up their game in terms of [&hellip...
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June 20, 2018 •
Online & Social, Retail, Top Stories, West Africa •
Fundisiwe Maseko •
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The chief executive officer of Jumia Nigeria, Juliet Anammah has revealed that the company’s integrated and interconnected ecosystem across its 23 markets in Africa has helped to build a solid foundation for the company in Nigeria and across Africa....
June 20, 2018 •
Retail, Southern Africa, Top Stories •
Danielle Kruger •
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The exponential rise of disruptive technology trends has added a new dimension to consumer expectations. Connectivity is now one of the most critical differentiators and businesses have no choice but to provide customers with internet connectivity while they...
June 12, 2018 •
Retail, Southern Africa •
Danielle Kruger •
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South Africa’s recently launched home improvement app, HomeFixer, has announced a partnership with Hirsch’s, one of South Africa’s most well-known independent home appliances and furniture store. HomeFixer Founder and Managing Director, Renaldo...
May 1, 2018 •
Online & Social, Retail •
Neo Sesinye •
Comments Off on Snapchat reveals new Spectacles that can take photos
Snap Inc. is determined to make its camera-equipped sunglasses a hit. Snapchat has begun selling a new version of its eyewear with built-in cameras after the first version failed to catch on with users of the youth-oriented social network. The company is...
April 28, 2018 •
Retail •
Neo Sesinye •
Comments Off on Amazon now wants to leave packages in your car
In 2017, Amazon asked for permission to unlock your front door so it could deliver packages inside your home. Now the Amazon wants to offer the same service for vehicles. The online giant said its Amazon Key, which enables in-home delivery and keyless guest...
April 24, 2018 •
Opinion, Retail •
Fundisiwe Maseko •
Comments Off on Embracing a more connected South African retail environment
The increased connectedness of consumers is contributing to a more dynamic environment – one where expectations on what the buying experience must entail are evolving. Thanks in part to the African mobile phone market that was expected to grow 6.2 percent...
April 20, 2018 •
Retail, Top Stories, West Africa •
Neo Sesinye •
Comments Off on E-commerce paves the way for entrepreneurs in Ghana
Global technological advancement has transformed numerous economic societies. The impact of technology specifically the internet on our business economy in Africa is remarkable. Currently, Ghana is experiencing a gradual transformation in its economy because...
April 19, 2018 •
Retail •
Neo Sesinye •
Comments Off on Amazon launches international shopping feature
Amazon has announced its new ‘International Shopping Experience’ feature within the company’s app, which is now available on the mobile browser and app for both Android and iOS. This feature offers the ability to shop in 25 currencies and choose...
April 9, 2018 •
East Africa, Online & Social, Retail, Top Stories •
Fundisiwe Maseko •
Comments Off on Kenya: PayPal, Safaricom partnership enables cross-border mobile payments
PayPal and Safaricom have announced a collaboration that will allow Kenyans to move money between their M-PESA and PayPal accounts. The new service aims to eliminate barriers that have hindered consumers and businesses in the country from taking full...
March 23, 2018 •
Retail, Top Stories •
Darryl Linington •
Comments Off on Changes to South African VAT regulations to include software and electronic services
Before 2014 the supply of inbound electronic services required the South African recipient to declare VAT on these services. That didn’t work so well. So, with effect from 1 June 2014, the VAT Act was amended and regulations were introduced which changed...
March 22, 2018 •
Opinion, Retail •
Fundisiwe Maseko •
Comments Off on Shifting the mindset from telco to retail
Telecommunication service providers (Telcos) are multifaceted businesses. More than just service providers offering data and connectivity services, Telcos are also retailers that provide handsets, accessories, repair services, insurance and a host of other...
March 7, 2018 •
Opinion, Retail •
Fundisiwe Maseko •
Comments Off on How retailers can apply platform business thinking to magnetise customers
Local retailers have an incredible opportunity to get a head-start on competition, by applying the science of digital platform thinking, to transform decades-old practices and deliver new value to customers. Platform businesses – the likes of YouTube or...
March 5, 2018 •
Retail, Southern Africa •
Fundisiwe Maseko •
Comments Off on eCommerce automation set shake things up in South Africa
2017 was a pivotal year for ecommerce and one that saw its continued rise as a global industry. With the ceaseless advancement of technology and new concepts such as artificial intelligence and augmented reality poised to alter the landscape for good, the...
March 1, 2018 •
Gadgets and Gaming, Mobile and Telecoms, Retail, Top Stories •
Dean Workman •
Comments Off on Azumi Mobile to feature PayJoy’s Lock system
On Wednesday 28 February 2018 Azumi Mobile announced that its devices will support PayJoy’s Lock system, a patented Android application that can remotely lock and unlock smartphones offered on an instalment plan by retailers, mobile operators, and finance...
March 1, 2018 •
Opinion, Retail •
Fundisiwe Maseko •
Comments Off on Retailers adopt new tech to buck the hammered economy
South African retailers have embraced a considered approach to digitalisation, innovation, and technology adoption to load their arsenal against the fiscal onslaught of a wounded economy. They are under so much pressure from the ratings downgrades and...
