Private label boom: More South Africans are ditching name brands

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Today, a look at the implications of the Vat reversal decision on individuals and businesses. Why more South Africans are ditching big name brands in favour of house brands. The impact of trade wars on short-term insurance. And how public relations agencies need to reclaim ownership in a shifting industry.

29 Apr 6AM English South Africa Business News · Politics

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