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Italian TV Station Under Fire For Teaching Women How To Be Sexy When Shopping [Video]
27 Nov 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
An Italian TV show, ‘Detto Fatto’, has been cancelled after a segment aired on the eve of International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
Another Anonymous Donor Has Paid For Everyone’s Shopping At PEP
16 Nov 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Shoppers at a PEP store in Mossel Bay were treated to some free shopping via an anonymous benefactor last week.
BusinessTech Compares Price Of Groceries At Woolies, Pick N Pay, Spar, And Checkers
30 Sep 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The price wars are underway at Pick n Pay, Woolworths, Checkers, and Spar. BusinessTech has run a comparison, so let’s see which one gives you more bang for your buck.
SA’s Online Shopping Habits Revolutionised By Lockdown
02 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
More than ever before, South Africans are choosing e-commerce over instore purchases, and it doesn’t look like that’s set to change anytime soon.
Weed, Guns, And Cheese Shops – Essential Services Are Very Different Around The World [Video]
16 Apr 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
If we look at other countries locked down around the globe, the items that they deem essential look quite different from our own.
South Africans Can Now Shop On Credit, Interest-Free, At These Stores
27 Jan 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
We all need a little retail therapy every now and again, so here’s how you can indulge at some popular retailers without breaking the bank.
Sorry, But Your Reusable Shopping Bag Isn’t Great For The Environment, Either
24 Jan 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
In our frantic rush to get away from single-use plastics, we turned to the reusable cotton tote. This bring with it a new set of problems.
We Got Our Hands On Game’s Black Friday Deals Leaflet [PDF]
27 Nov 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Game stores will be running some superb Black Friday specials, which begin as the clock ticks past midnight. We have the scoop on what’s to come.
How Retailers Will Try And Trick You This Black Friday
30 Oct 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Simmer down. I know Black Friday is exciting, but you’ve got to know what you’re up against if you don’t want to get taken for a ride.
Plan Now, Save Later – How To Get The Most Out Of Black Friday
25 Oct 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Black Friday brings with it a combination of chaos and incredible savings. If you’re keen to avoid the former and enjoy the latter, here are some tips.
SA Millennials Are Growing Really Tired Of The Credit Trap
17 Oct 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Of the 25 million credit-active people in South Africa, 40% are not using credit responsibly, which leads to a great deal of debt and stress.
SA’s New Zero-Interest Payment Solution Makes Cashing In On Those Mid-Month Sales Much Easier
22 Jul 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Have you got your eye on something that’s just out of your price range? Not ideal, but you might want to check out South Africa’s risk-free, zero-interest payment solution.
Drunk Online Shopping Right Up There With Drunk Late-Night Texts
25 Mar 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
If you thought drunk-texting your ex was bad, wait until your credit card bill arrives after a night of drunk-shopping.
Clueless Influencers Jump When You Add A Few More Zeroes To The Price [Video]
04 Dec 2018 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
The shallowness of the consumer will never cease to astound me. Add a bit of tinsel and a French/Italian sounding name, and they’ll fall over themselves to spend more.
10 Classic ‘Expectation Vs Reality’ Online Shopping Fails
18 Oct 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
We’ve compiled some of the worst ‘expectation vs reality’ online shopping fails out there. Don’t worry, sometimes it’s OK to have a chuckle at somebody else’s expense.
You Need To See This Video From Inside An Amazon Go Store – ‘Just Walk Out’
08 Oct 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
If you want to see what the future of retail is going to look like, step inside an Amazon Go store, where AI has taken over customer relations.
Black Friday Versus Cyber Monday
08 Oct 2018 by Damon Sivitilli / No Comments
The end of November has been traditionally established in the US as the best time of the year to shop the most-wanted items on customers’ shopping lists, and with good reason.
Top Seven Online Deals You Can’t Miss
08 Jun 2018 by Damon Sivitilli / No Comments
Nowadays, more and more people are choosing to stay home, kicking back and relaxing while scrolling through thousands of products available online.
Makro / PnP / Checkers / Shoprite / Spar – Who’s The Cheapest?
05 Mar 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Looking to make every cent count? Well, when you compare prices across some of South Africa’s biggest supermarkets, one name leads the way.
Amazon’s New Cashier-Less Store Opens Today And It’s Mind-Blowing [Video]
22 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / 3 Comments
Amazon Go opens its doors to the public today. Before we hear reviews from people on the street, let’s take a look at what shoppers can expect.
Liquor, Shoes, Sports, Furniture, Clothing, Health And More – SA’s Favourite Retailers In Each Category
11 Oct 2016 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
The top retailers in South Africa were just announced, as voted in by you, the people who actually use them. Here’s who tops each of the different categories.
Online Shopping – The 10 Things South Africans Buy Most Often
09 Jun 2016 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If there’s a way to make life easier then I’m all for it, which is why South Africans are embracing online shopping in a big way.
Wondering Why There’s Traffic In Midrand? Blame The Opening Of The Mall Of Africa
28 Apr 2016 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
The opening of The Mall of Africa has caused some disruptions up north and I’m pretty happy it’s them and not us.
FACT: The Most Exciting App To Hit South Africa Since Uber
08 Jan 2016 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Being the host with the most can often become a rather pricey affair, although we’ll let you in on a little secret that’s a real game changer. Seriously – this app is taking over the world.
FACT: The Most Exciting App To Hit South Africa Since Uber
11 Dec 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Being the host with the most can often become a rather pricey affair, although we’ll let you in on a little secret that’s a real game changer. Seriously – this app is taking over the world.
This New App Actually Pays You Cash Back For Your Shopping [Video]
02 Oct 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
There are a lot of scams out there on how to make money effortlessly, then there are the winners, those apps that are so easy to use and actually do make you money
Is Pick ‘n Pay Selling Meat From Cecil?
18 Aug 2015 by Jasmine Stone / 1 Comment
If you’re shopping in your local supermarket one should always pay special attention to how the products are labelled. Take this shocker from Pick ‘n Pay for example.
You Need To Read This Hilarious Mommy’s Blog Attack On Pick ‘n Pay
18 Aug 2015 by Sloane Hunter / 2 Comments
Note to future retailers who want to throw in a lil’ something extra: this is what happens when your plans backfire and you end up pissing off a mommy who has a blog.
This Beard Club’s Ad Is Bloody Brilliant [Video]
14 Aug 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Who is the manliest man that you know? I’m not knocking that fine creature of which you speak but he has some serious competition from this beard-wielding brother.
You Will Cry When You Hear Why This Person Was Banned From Woolworths
28 Jul 2015 by Jasmine Stone / 4 Comments
If you’re a fan of Woolies and their offerings you will most likely sympathise with this poor soul, hounded out and banned from the store for causing upset.
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