On-demand economy booms

There’s no doubt that Covid-19 expedited the rise in e-commerce and lead to the now-near institution of the home economy. By Antonio Bruni, CEO and founder of Picup And, while the pandemic comes under control with an almost complete relaxation of restrictions,...

On-demand economy booms, faster delivery is expected

There’s no doubt that Covid-19 expedited the rise in eCommerce and lead to the now-near institution of the home economy. And, while the pandemic comes under control with an almost complete relaxation of restrictions, the on-demand delivery trend is firmly fixed...

Fraud safety tips for online shoppers and merchants

Towards the end of every year, Black Friday transaction data typically illustrates the year’s e-commerce expansion in South Africa. This year, it painted an unmistakable picture of the previous 11 months, with South Africans feeling the cash crunch. However, payment...

Big e-commerce trends to look out for in 2022

Given the dynamic nature of technology, it follows that new trends are forever emerging in the e-commerce space. Today, people seek out platforms that not only offer ease-of-use and convenient payment options, but those that embrace the latest technologies to make the...

Prepare for the sales boom – and possible mayhem

Arguably the world’s biggest sales weekend of the year, Black Friday to Cyber Monday is a highlight on everyone’s calendar – consumers and businesses alike. By Deshni Harricharan, national sales manager at Seacom And while it’s crucial to get...

Avoid cyber-cons, budget disasters on Black Friday

The retail frenzy that is Black Friday is here. Last year, bargain hunters favoured online shopping – a trend noticed globally and not just in South Africa. Budget Insurance urges consumers to exercise caution in managing their money smartly and in protecting...