Consumer brands group AVI has reported a 5.7% increase in diluted headline earnings per share (HEPS) to 154.2 cents for the year ended June 2008 from 145.9 cents a year ago. 4 Sep 2008

Local developers, Vuka Scuta has set their target on capturing an even larger segment of the fast-developing two-wheeler market in this country with its introduction of two new models. 4 Sep 2008

Vuka Scuta, the local providers of two-wheeler transport, are now making it easy to be both fashionable and environmentally conscious. One of the latest scooter models that Vuka has introduced to the market is the XT125, which complies with the latest Euro II emission standards. 3 Sep 2008

The Fore Good Investment Group has recently acquired a majority share in the “The Snack Factory” brand adding it to its fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) portfolio. The other subsidiaries under the Fore Good stable include MeriBrands (the exclusive distributor for Canderel and Equal in southern Africa), Stirrr and the Harding Group. 3 Sep 2008

Amarula Cream is stepping into a fresh digital space with the launch of its new interactive website.
1 Sep 2008

Like any company, Apple has its shortcomings. It's turned out some products even its biggest fans call mediocre, it gives customers minimal information about its plans and intentions, and developers complain about unusual restrictions. However, the company has managed to cultivate a culture of fierce loyalty, and situations that would have other companies in crisis mode seem to roll off its back. 31 Aug 2008

Simonsig Estate has named its full-bodied Shiraz, Mr Borio's, in honour of a remarkable friend of the Malan family.
28 Aug 2008