Sector Spotlight: News Agents

In South Africa, informal township ‘spaza’ shops, which first appeared in the 1970s and were essentially community convenience stores, still exist today. They thrive in some areas and are one example of how a newsagent/convenience store can remain relevant, and to some extent profitable, in South Africa today.

Sector Spotlight: Liquor Stores

In little more than two decades, the South African retail liquor sector has moved from a basic commodity competing with home-grown alternatives to a sophisticated retail operation which also reflects international trend


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How to Run a Luxury Hotel: We interviewed two South African hotel owners about their experiences designing, building and running their own hotels.


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