As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc on South Africans, and the country’s healthcare system and economy in its second wave, Business Read more

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Its death count is closing the gap with that of India, a country with a population several times larger. Only the US and Brazil have reported higher numbers. Read more

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Johannesburg - South Africa has identified herd immunity as the best solution in dealing with the pandemic and the government intends to vaccinate at least 40 million people in a bid to win the war against Covid-19. Read more

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In August last year, the CEO of South Africa’s vaccine company Biovac, Dr Morena Makhoana, and his team started working the phones to vaccine manufacturers. Read more

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The University of Johannesburg–Human Sciences Research Council Covid-19 Democracy Survey measured attitudes towards Covid-19 vaccination in South Africa. It showed that about two-thirds of the population definitely or probably want the vaccine. Yet, ... Read more

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During 2020, the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic affected consumers’ expectation and retailers’ participation in Black Friday. Retailers had to adjust their strategies to ensure continued Read more

Business Intelligence COVID-19 FMCG Product Retail Shopper / Consumer Shopper Marketing

The independent FMCG market (represented by unlisted wholesalers and retailers) remains a key area of opportunity for suppliers in South Africa. The dynamic nature of this market sector, within a context of macro-environmental factors impacting South... Read more

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