PZ Cussons Nigeria appoints Board Chair
PZ Cussons Nigerian arm has named Ifueko Omoigui Okauru as Chair of its board. The former Chair of the Federal Inland Revenue Service replaces Gbenga Oyebode who retired, effective January 25.
Nivea appoints Power League Gaming to relaunch female gaming community in Middle East
Beiersdorf-owned Nivea has appointed Power League Gaming (PLG) as the gaming agency to relaunch its community of female games in the Middle East, named Girls Got Game (GGG) on social media.
Dubai Duty Free sales reach US$1.73 billion in 2022; travel retail continues pandemic recovery
Dubai Duty Free has reported an annual sales increase in 2022 of 78 percent to Dh6.34 billion ($1.73 billion), according to a report by National News.
Natura &Co takes The Body Shop to Kenya
Natura &Co’s The Body Shop brand has entered the Kentan market, according to a report published by Capital FM.
Tech in 2022 – can’t touch this
What were we expecting of technology in 2022? Well, after the dominance of internet shopping over the prior two years, more of the same, with bells on. All bets were on livestreaming, already a dominant trend in China, booming in the west.
Retail in 2022 – shopping around
After the ravages of 2020 and 2021, retailers could have been forgiven for hoping for a smoother ride at the start of 2022. Pandemic restrictions were lifted, IRL shopping was back and even travel was resuming. So far, so hopeful.
Regulation in 2022 – clampdown
Cruelty free cosmetics and product safety have long been the dominant regulatory issues faced by the cosmetics industry but, in 2022, we saw lawmakers turn greater attention to greenwashing and the environmental impact of the products on offer too.
Products in 2022 – cashing in
In our humble opinion, 2022 wasn’t a year of huge innovation. Launches were subdued compared to pre-pandemic but if there was one prevailing trend among the launches of the year it was celebrity, celebrity and a bit more celebrity.
Packaging in 2022 – we need to talk about plastic
If there was one issue and one issue only that dominated packaging stories this year, it was sustainability. Packaging suppliers are working on reducing their impact on the environment.
Marketing in 2022 – all aboard the bandwagon
If there was one thing that defined marketing practices in both halves of 2022, it was not just jumping but positively leaping on the marketing bandwagon of the day.
Manufacturing in 2022 – grinding to a halt
At the start of the year, manufacturers were gearing up for growth. With the end of Covid restrictions in the west and omicron receding, it was back to business.
Ingredients in 2022 – the price is right
The supply chain disruption caused by the pandemic showed no signs of abating in early 2022. If anything, it got worse as inflation rose, leading to price rises across the board.
Finance in 2022 – inflation, inflation, inflation
Whether as a result of the pandemic, supply shortages or price gouging, inflation started rising worldwide in mid 2021 and was only exacerbated at the start of 2022 as Russia invaded Ukraine, sending fuel prices soaring.
Environment in 2022 – promises, promises
In the first six months of the year, we saw more and more targets set: Douglas published its global ESG goals, China’s Yatsen published its first ESG report and Christian Dior unveiled its eco strategy, while existing sustainability agendas were expanded or extended
Christian Dior to launch into Egyptian market in 2024
Christian Dior is said to be set to launch into the Egyptian market sometime in Q4, 2024, with the Minister of Trade and Industry Ahmed Samir having a meeting with Jérôme Baudy, President of Christian Dior Couture Europe and the Middle East to discuss the development.
Kenya’s Uncover Skincare raises US$1 million in seed round
Kenyan start-up, Uncover Skincare has raised US$1 million in a seed round, with FirstCheck Africa, Samata Capital, Future Africa and IgniteXL named as participants, according to a report published by Tech Crunch.
The Detox Market teams up with Faces to launch in the Middle East
The Detox Market has teamed up with Faces to launch in to the Middle East. The clean beauty marketplace will launch on the Faces website before expanding into bricks and mortar in the second half of next year, according to a report published by WWD.
Avon partners with Perfect Corp on personalised product recommendations and AR virtual try-on
Avon has partnered with Perfect Corp to launch a virtual try-on (VTO) online shopping experience in nine initial markets, including the UK.
Shoprite to pull out of Congolese market
South African retailer, Shoprite has announced that it is closing its operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to a report published by Reuters.
Kuwait bans sales of cosmetics containing butylphenyl methylpropional (lilial)
The Kuwaiti Union of Consumer Cooperative Societies has withdrawn cosmetics and personal care products that contain butylphenyl methylpropional (lilial) of all kinds as well as its derivatives, according to Zawya.
L’Oréal brings La Roche-Posay brand to the Nigerian market
L’Oréal has introduced its La Roche-Posay brand to the Nigerian market, having launched its new sunscreen Anthelios UVMune at the 3rd Scientific Conference of the African Society of Dermatology and Venereology and the 16th Scientific Conference of Nigerian Association of Dermatologists.
LVMH partners with Circular Bioeconomy Alliance to support African cotton farmers
LVMH is partnering with the Circular Bioeconomy Alliance in support of its latest Living Lab with a regenerative agriculture project based in Chad.
Sleek Nigeria names first Creative Ambassador
Sleek Nigeria has relaunched with new and improved products and named its first Creative Director, according to a report published by Punching.
Chanel shoots Tara Emad for Middle East-focused campaign
Chanel has named Egyptian actor, Tara Emad a ‘friend of the house’, according to a report published by the Egyptian Independent. She will appear in a campaign for the French luxury label’s beauty offer.
Egyptian Company for Cosmetics (ECC) acquires beauty e-commerce platform Source Beauty
Local Egyptian company Egyptian Company for Cosmetics (ECC) has acquired beauty e-commerce platform Source Beauty, according to a report by Disrupt Africa.
Sunlight partners with Bboxx to expand clean energy reach in Kenya
Unilever-owned Sunlight has partnered with energy services platform Bboxx in a bit to up the availability of clean energy in Kenya, bringing green power to some one million people over the next three years, according to a report published by Edie.
Estée Lauder Companies opens tender for management of advertising media EMEA region
The Estée Lauder Companies has opened tender for the management of advertising media in the EMEA region.
Israeli start-up to debut beauty brand based on avocado PFA
AvoMed has developed a range of upcycled cosmetics that it claims can improve sun damaged skin, according to a report published by Israel Hayon. The key ingredient is bioactive polyhydroxylated fatty alcohols (PFA), extracted from avocado pits discarded by the food industry using a patented method that renders the resulting compound safe for use in cosmetics.
Kaya raises US$2.6 million in seed round
Beauty e-commerce platform, Kaya has raised some US$2.6 million in a seed round led by Revival Lab, according to a report published by Arab News.
Procter & Gamble South Africa launches Forests for Good initiative in partnership with Pick N Pay
Procter & Gamble South Africa has teamed up with Pick N Pay to launch the new initiative Forests for Good.
Nigeria’s cosmetic market grows 14.5 percent to reach N1 trillion turnover
Nigerian beauty sales hit a value of N1.034 trillion in 2021, up 14.5 percent on the prior-year period, according to data compiled by Euromonitor and reported by The Guardian.
Oman bans import of cosmetics and personal care products containing Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Oman has banned the import of cosmetics and personal care products that contain the ingredient Butylphenyl Methylpropional.
L’Oréal Professional Paris launches range for kinky and natural hair to the Nigerian market; Curl Expression
L’Oréal Professional Paris has launched a new range into the Nigerian market, aimed at kinky and natural hair, named Curl Expression.
Hermes cuts ribbon on dedicated beauty boutique in Saudi Arabia
Hermes has opened its first beauty boutique in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, according to a report published by Harpers Bazaar.
Beiersdorf reports ‘impactful progress’ of shea supply chain smallholder projects in West Africa
Beiersdorf has reported ‘impactful progress’ for projects that are currently underway in the West African countries of Burkina Faso and Ghana to empower women in the shea supply chain.
BASF opens first Baby Care Competence Center in Turkey
BASF’s Care Creations unit opened its inaugural Baby Care Competence Center in Turkey in June. Integrated into the ingredients supplier’s Innovation Center Turkey, the center will develop effective solutions with special ingredients for a wide range of baby care products.
Nigerian FDA bans Placentyne Hair Lotion
Nigeria’s National Agency for Food and Drug Administration has banned an Italian hair care product after receiving safety information from the European Rapid Alert System for dangerous non-food products, according to a report published by The Guardian.
Unilever partners with Egyptian retail tech company Cartona
Unilever has partnered with Egyptian retail tech company Cartona in order to add more offerings to its base of base of retailers, suppliers and distributors.
L’Oréal launches signature brand’s anti-aging range onto Kenyan market
L’Oréal Paris has launched its Revitalift Filler range onto the Kenyan market as demand for anti-aging products grows, according to a report published by Tuko.
Israel and UAE sign fair trade agreement
Israel and the United Arab Emirates have signed a landmark fair trade agreement, according to a report published by Reuters. The deal is Israel’s first with an Arab country.
Israel to relax import rules
Israel is set to lift certain controls placed on imports in a bid to cut prices, according to a report published by Reuters quoting a government official.
Granot Cooperative invests NIS10 million in BarAlgae
A purchasing organization for Israel’s Kibbutz movement, Granot Cooperative has made its first investment in an algae cultivation company, according to a report published by Horti Daily.
Jumia announces Q1 2022 results; reports double digit growth in orders, GMV and revenue
African e-commerce company Jumia has reported Q1 2022 double digit growth in orders, gross merchandise value (GMV) and revenue.
Morocco has great potential as market for Bulgarian exports, says Minister
Bulgaria’s Deputy Minister of the Economy and Industry, Dimitar Danchev has outlined plans to develop trade between his country and Morocco, according to a report published by the Sahara News.
Rihanna launches Fenty Beauty and Fenty Skin into Africa
Singer and Actress Rihanna is set to launch her Fenty Beauty and Fenty Skin lines into the African market at the end of this month.
Procter & Gamble announces new DEI commitments and shares actions to strengthen equality & inclusion across Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa
Procter & Gamble (P&G) has announced new commitments aimed toward advancing Equality & Inclusion across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa, at its fourth annual #WeSeeEqual summit for the region.
Shiseido collaborates with Emirati Designer Yasmin Al Mulla
Shiseido Middle East has entered into a long-term strategic partnership with Emirati Designer Yasmin Al Mulla, which aims to bolster the position of Shiseido’s premium skincare collection, Future Solution LX, according to About Her.
L’Oréal names Kate Actress as face of Nice and Lovely
Catherine Kamau Karanja, aka Kate Actress, has been announced as the new brand ambassador for Nice and Lovely Body Lotion, according to a report published by Nairobi Wire.
Estee Lauder celebrates women in Ramadan campaign staring Saudi ballerina Samira Al-Khamis
Estee Lauder is celebrating women during women with its new campaign named Reach for the Stars, which features three prominent Arab women, according to Arab News.
L’Oréal South Africa issues voluntary recall of Dark & Lovely relaxer
L’Oréal has informed South Africa’s National Consumer Commission of a voluntary recall of its Dark and Lovely Precise Diamond Straight and Shine relaxer, according to a report published by News 24.
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