The global Chinese e-commerce platform has recorded growing local consumer uptake since it launched in the South African market.
While cash is still king in Africa, the continent is witnessing a surge in the use of digital wallets to make cross-border payments, says Verto’s Cornelius Coetzee.
Online spending during the holiday season skyrocketed, as retailers tapped AI and autonomous agents to increase profit margins and customer experience.
The e-commerce giant sees thousands of new customers shop on the store every week, as it onboards a multitude of independent sellers.
The technologies that will have the biggest impact are AI, fintech, digital agriculture, the continued roll out of 5G and e-commerce, analysts say.
The fully managed retail management software solution is helping the retailers innovate, run more efficiently and keep costs down as they grow their footprint.
Significant progress has been made in resolving SAP integration issues, including improving visibility of pricing and subsidies for buyers, says the retailer.
Crypto exchange Binance anticipates even greater advancements for the crypto-currency industry in 2025.
President Cyril Ramaphosa signs the South African Post Office Amendment Bill into law, diversifying services of the financially-strung entity.
The telephony group opens its second paperless and cashless “store of the future” at Canal Walk, Cape Town.
Mamongae Mahlare steps down from her role as executive chairperson of the Takealot Group, effective end of December.