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South Africa Fashion Awards Announces 2026 Nominees as Public Voting Officially Opens
Johannesburg, South Africa — The South Africa Fashion Awards (SAFA) has officially announced the nominees for the 2nd Annual South Africa Fashion Awards, taking...
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The New African Premium: Why Meaning Matters More Than Status
Premium is entering a more discerning era. In South Africa, consumers are becoming increasingly intentional about when, where and why they drink. Financial...
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The Freshness Advantage: How Mentos Is Building Relevance in a Changing African Confectionery Market
For an industry built around small pleasures, the confectionery market is undergoing a significant transformation. Consumers are becoming more deliberate about what they...
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South Africa Restaurant Awards 2026 Celebrates a Landmark Third Edition Honouring Culinary Excellence Across the Nation
Johannesburg, South Africa – The South Africa Restaurant Awards 2026 returned in spectacular fashion for its 3rd annual edition, bringing together South Africa’s...
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Aquatir SA and the Rise of Africa’s Luxury Food Economy: Why Caviar Is No Longer Reserved for the Elite
For decades, caviar occupied a unique position in the global luxury hierarchy. Associated with royalty, private jets, five-star hotels, and Michelin-starred dining, it...
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Republic Africa Expands into Kenya with Special Outreach Celebrating Everyday Heroes
Nairobi, Kenya – March 20, 2026 – Republic Africa, the continent’s leading voice for African stories, innovation, and culture, has officially expanded its...
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Ghana becomes first African country to visit Kyrgyzstan
Ghana makes history as the first African country to visit Kyrgyzstan. Ghana’s foreign minister, Samuel Okudjeto, made history by being the first African...
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REPUBLIC AFRICA AND WORLD FASHION AWARDS ANNOUNCE THE HISTORIC LAUNCH OF THE 1ST ANNUAL SOUTH AFRICA FASHION AWARDS 2025
Sponsored by Sandton, South Africa • 09/09/2025 South Africa Fashion Awards 2025 — Official Nominees Republic Africa, in proud partnership with the internationally...
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