EC retailers ready for record-breaking festive season: (Port Elizabeth) – It appears to be a case of “jingle tills” as retailers brace for a record-breaking Festive Season from this weekend, as factories close, bonuses are paid and the bulk of South Africa embarks on their December holidays. Malls throughout the Eastern Cape are already reporting a surge in foot traffic compared to previous years and, as businesses embark on their annual shutdown, retailers are predicting a spending spree of … [Read more...] about EC retailers ready for record-breaking festive season
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Bhisho news: Retailers not to blame for high milk prices, says Tuskys CEO
Retailers not to blame for high milk prices, says Tuskys CEO: The product is retailing at an average of Sh103 per litre, which is second to South Africa’s Bhisho city where it is retailed at Sh149. Some twitter users pointed out that the prices have risen as a result of drought and inflation. Source: "Bhisho" - BingNews. … [Read more...] about Bhisho news: Retailers not to blame for high milk prices, says Tuskys CEO
Bay braced for brisk trade with extended trading hours
Port Elizabeth - Despite a sluggish national economy and threatened ratings downgrades, experts say Nelson Mandela Bay retailers have nothing to fear in terms of consumer spending this festive season. While the economy was tightening at a macro-level, NMMU economist Professor Ronney Ncwadi said these realities were not yet reflected at a local level. "At this time of year, a number of private firms pay bonuses to their employees, while members of stokvels and social savings clubs also … [Read more...] about Bay braced for brisk trade with extended trading hours
Look critically at your frontline staff
Retailers will need to up their game as harsh economic realities are making South African consumers more demanding about service levels, a survey shows. With 79% of South African consumers expecting store assistants to be knowledgeable about products and 46% of those surveyed expecting a prompt greeting and a welcoming attitude, retailers will need to take a close look at their in-store shopping experience levels. "Not only do retailers face increasing competition from their rivals but … [Read more...] about Look critically at your frontline staff
Sell Expired Products at Your Peril
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has warned retailers who sell expired products that should consumers suffer harm as a direct result of eating these products; the law will be strictly enforced. This follows media reports of "reworked" chickens that were being sold at some retailers with new sell-by dates. The NCC can turn to the Consumer Protection Act (CPA), whose primary purpose is to promote the social well-being of consumers and prevent their exploitation or harm. "The Act … [Read more...] about Sell Expired Products at Your Peril
