Netflix Doccie ‘Buy Now: The Shopping Conspiracy’ Reveals The Maddening Environmental Cost Of Overproduction And Overconsumption [Trailer]
Whistleblowing ex-employees of big brands like Adidas, Apple and Amazon tell all in this eye-opening documentary.
Shippers And Forwarders Are Bracing For An ‘E-Commerce Tsunami’
Despite ongoing concerns about import charges involving discount retail sites, the expected Black Friday peak signals “an unstoppable tsunami for freight forwarders”.
Amazon South Africa Is Now Live
With little fanfare, Amazon South Africa has gone live.
“Marketing Megalodons” – Why SA Consumers And Businesses Should Beware Of Temu’s Bargains
Just know that every time you hit that ‘order’ button, a small clothing store shuts down somewhere, mother nature becomes more strained, and a labourer probably suffers silently in a sweatshop somewhere.
Spar Is Planning To Take On Checkers Sixty60 With Electrified Delivery Vehicles
Grocer Spar is taking the delivery fight to the Checkers with a fleet of 65 electrified vehicles under the Spar2U banner.
‘Return Grifters’ Are Forcing Some Companies To Ban Shoppers
When you’re playing high-volume-returns roulette, you never know when a request will be the last straw.
‘Unbelievable’ Temu Ads Are Flooding Our Social Media Feeds, But Is The Company Legitimate?
There are ethical issues that need to be raised over massive online sellers like Temu and Amazon, especially if you want independent, smaller businesses to survive.
South Africans Are Getting Fed Up With Poor Online Shopping Services
While the allure and ease of online shopping may be great, it’s not worth the stress of receiving a damaged order, or worse, not receiving it at all.
Strange Purchases From Amazon’s ‘Deep, Dark Rabbit Hole’
When close to 200 million people around the world visit your online store each month, you can get away with selling some nonsensical rubbish willy-nilly.
Viral Products From TikTok That Are Actually Worth The Hype
Unlike Instagram, which has recently become so cringingly obvious about trying to sell us stuff, TikTok still shows regular people getting really excited about their favourite things.
Strong Warning Issued To Avoid Buying From SA Online Tech Retailer
South Africa’s Consumer Goods and Services Ombud (CGSO) has warned consumers to beware when transacting with the retailer.
How South Africans Can Take Advantage Of Next Week’s US Memorial Day Deals
Tech goodies, gadgets, homeware, appliances, fashion – when US retailers do discounts, they do them properly.
SA Shopper Blows Almost R700k On One Black Friday Purchase
This year’s Black Friday sales saw some really big spenders with a few South African shoppers dishing out hundreds of thousands of rands in a single transaction.
The Easiest Way To Shop Overseas Black Friday Specials
South African retailers often don’t serve up the massive savings we see in the US or abroad.
WhatsApp’s New Features Aim To Make Shopping Easier
Facebook is introducing new features to WhatsApp, including improved ways to shop and communicate with businesses.
#MakeMyMay – How To Win Your Share Of R80 000 Worth Of Prizes
Put the credit card down, and step away from your wallet – with the added bonus of standing a chance to win prizes from some of South Africa’s favourite brands.
What South Africans Buy Online, According To OneDayOnly
OneDayOnly does regular research on their shoppers and what they want, with tech purchases proving very popular.
Revolutionary SA Payment Option Lands Another Big Fish
The ‘buy now, pay later’ payment option is proving popular around the world. It’s touched down in South Africa, and is snapping up big-name retailers.
Not Pretty – What The Average SA Credit Card User Owes
Debt is an ugly four-letter word, and something that many South Africans are familiar with according to our credit card stats
What To Do If Your Online Order Arrives Late (Or Not At All)
Once you’ve forked over your cash, the waiting game begins. If the retailer doesn’t deliver the goods, there are some laws you should read up on.
Zero-Interest Shopping Loans Spell Trouble For Lay-Bys
Shopping on lay-by has long been a popular payment method in South Africa, but a new system aims to disrupt the status quo.
GIVEAWAY: Stand To #PayJustNothing When You Shop Using PayJustNow
Every day, one lucky shopper using PayJustNow will receive the full value of their purchase back in cash, and the odds are in your favour.
Review Of Quench, CartRun And Checkers Sixty60 Shopping Apps
If you can’t be bothered to head to the shops to buy your groceries, there’s an app for that. Actually, there are a few.
PUMA’s 50% Off Sale Is Happening Right Now
A new wardrobe stocked with PUMA gear from their most iconic collaborations? At half price? Yes, please.
Christmas Shopping Sorted In Two Simple, Budget-Friendly Steps
Avoid the malls, put away the credit card, and get your prezzies sorted without all the hassle and stress that usually comes with this time of the year.
The Internet Is Revolutionising How We Enjoy Good Wine
Through online courses, at-home tastings, and online shopping, the pandemic has fundamentally changed the way that we enjoy wine.
People Are Using Bots To Buy Things Before You Do, Then Selling Them To You For More
If you’ve found that, despite your best efforts, some items sell out way faster than humanly possible, you might be battling a bot.
Watch Out For Scams While Shopping Black Friday / Cyber Monday Deals Online
With Black Friday and Cyber Monday taking place in the middle of a pandemic, online shopping is significantly more popular this year.
Dream Team As SA’s Favourite Outdoor Brand Partners With Revolutionary Payment System
We have some excellent news for the outdoor enthusiast who wants the right gear to pair with the perfect adventure.
Tips For South Africans Looking To Shop US Black Friday Deals
South African shoppers looking to score major deals on Black Friday might want to consider expanding their horizons.