24 Aug Appeal dismissed: Woolworths’ rBST-free milk ads adjudged compliant
The Advertising Appeal Committee (AAC) has dismissed an appeal lodged by Dr Tod Collins against the ARB Directorate’s earlier decision...
24 Aug SA consumers lead global trend in prioritising value over price in beverage choices
In a landscape where economic pressures weigh heavily on household budgets, South African consumers are setting a global precedent in their approach to value, particularly when it comes to their beverage choices....
28 Jul The Marty’s story – crafting and building a beverage brand
The no/low beverage trend has inspired tremendous innovation - here's the success story of Marty's, a spiced tomato juice range, created by a South African brother-sister duo.....
28 Jul Retaining flavour while removing caffeine
Even unstimulating coffee has stimulating chemistry.... a chemist explains the chemistry behind decaf coffee....
19 Jul Dr Pepper overtakes Pepsi as No 2 soda in America
After years of rivalry, Dr Pepper has surpassed Pepsi to claim the title of the second most popular soda in the US, following Coca-Cola....
18 Jul Introducing Giraf macadamia milk
Here's an interesting newcomer to the burgeoning arena of plant-based milk alternatives....
16 Jul Are low- and no-calorie sweeteners safe?
This article addresses and helps clarify some of the conflicting information you may come across online. It was first published  by Food Insight with specific focus on the US, however the low- and no-calorie (LNCS) sweeteners conversation is relevant to the global audience....
14 Jul Tethered closures from Polyoak
Foodbev packaging giant, Polyoak Packaging, a founding member of the SA Plastics Pact, has launched tethered closures for PET bottles...
23 Jun Aspirational zeal propels cognac sales in SA
South Africa has risen to become one of the top markets globally for premium cognac producer Hennessy, according to its CEO, and a recent visitor to SA....
23 Jun R12 coffee? Yes! Here’s the story of SA’s uber successful Xpresso Café
Xpresso Café, now with 52 outlets, has grown rapidly since launching in 2016 and is adding a new brand to its offering. While other businesses have to justify why they are so expensive, Xpresso initially needed to prove that it could be so cheap....
23 Jun How cheesemaking could cook up an antidote for alcohol excess
A gel made from a milk protein reduces alcohol levels in the blood of intoxicated mice....
12 Jun SAB unveils alcohol-free Corona Cero
South African Breweries (SAB) has introduced Corona Cero, an alcohol-free beer with Vitamin D - aimed at meeting consumer needs for increased choice and moderation....
02 Jun New chief manufacturing officer at Tiger Brands
In an appointment that should interest many suppliers to the group, Praveen Balgobind has been appointed as the new chief manufacturing officer at Tiger Brands, reporting to the CEO.
30 May “OJ in crisis”
Global orange juice industry is reportedly ‘in crisis’ as fears about Brazilian harvest help push wholesale prices to record highs....
30 May Namaqua Wines selects SIG as carton packaging supplier
Namaqua Wines has partnered with SIG as its carton packaging supplier for its low alcohol wines....
29 May Laager Rooibos – now CBD infused
Laager Plus CBD-infused Rooibos, which will soon be landing on South African shelves, offers all the goodness of Rooibos with the added benefits of CBD....
13 May Brilliant new ad from Switch
What a laugh! Do watch this great new piece of marketing from SA's Switch Energy brand...
07 May Nescafé launches premium Espresso Concentrate coffee
Nestlé is tapping into the growing cold coffee trend with this new launch....
28 Apr India’s Varun Beverages completes acquisition of SA’s BevCo
BevCo is one of the largest carbonated soft drinks producers in Southern Africa, and holds franchise rights for PepsiCo in South Africa, Lesotho and Eswatini....
28 Apr Pepsi’s new look comes to SA
Pepsi has introduced its new logo and visual identity into Africa, following its rollout in the US last year.... the first change in 14 years....