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Mark Cuban Invests in South African Shoe Brand
The American investor has helped bring the South African footwear brand Veldskoen to the U.S. market.
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While department store chain Edcon narrowly averts going out of business, its competitor The Foschini Group…
A Homecoming for Nelson Mandela’s Shoes
The Hi-Tec sneakers that Mandela wore walking out of prison are now on permanent display at the brand's store…
A New Shopping Mall Redefines Retail in Côte d’Ivoire
Ninety-two percent of the $30 million Cosmos Yopougon project has already been leased.
A South-African Jewelry Brand Launches in Australia
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South African Fashion on Show at Zeitz MOCAA
The exhibit marks 21 years of South African Fashion Week.
Naomi Campbell Touts Event to Celebrate Nelson Mandela
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