Spur expands Doppio with café and grab-and-go formats
Doppio’s new formats are taking the brand into hospitals, hotels and grab-and-go dining, with satellite stores a possibility for existing franchisees.
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The latest franchise news from South Africa: new brands, market updates, regulation and events, curated by the Quality Franchise Association.
Staff challenges put franchise support on South Africa’s agenda
A September 2026 commentary revisits Fasa survey findings on staffing, raising questions about how franchise networks support their people.
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South African franchise costs put outlet health in focus
New commentary on FASA’s 2023 survey highlights how costs, staffing and franchisee support can combine to weaken outlet performance.
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SA20 reports 1.6 million ticket sales ahead of fifth season
SA20 reports more than 1.6 million tickets sold across its journey, with its fifth season starting in Gqeberha on 17 January 2027.
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Time Out Durban launches under South African franchise deal
Time Out Durban joins Cape Town and Johannesburg under the city-guide brand’s franchise partnership with Kagiso Media Radio.
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South African franchises sweep URC opening round
All four South African rugby franchises won their URC openers, with the Lions edging defending champions Leinster 27-26 at Ellis Park.
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South African team in Ultimate Sevens expansion plans
Ultimate Sevens has identified South Africa as a potential expansion market, but no local team or launch date has been confirmed.
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South Africa franchise inquiry puts funding barriers in focus
The Competition Commission is examining whether franchise funding requirements restrict access for smaller businesses and disadvantaged entrepreneurs.
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Nelspruit franchise family marks more than 25 years
Minuteman Press highlights the Barnard family’s business milestone across two generations in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga.
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Pantry plans at least 30 new South African locations
The owners of Rosebank’s upmarket Pantry forecourt store plan at least 30 more locations nationwide over the next four years.
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Juan Engelbrecht behind Scooters Pizza comeback
EWN identifies Juan Engelbrecht as the man behind Scooters Pizza’s comeback, putting the people leading the revival in focus.
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Stormers signing puts rugby franchise squad depth in focus
The Stormers’ signing of Haashim Pead highlights squad planning ahead of South Africa’s demanding 2026/27 club rugby season.
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Durban’s Super Giants reveal new identity for SA20 2027
Durban’s Super Giants will roll out a new logo and red, blue and gold colours across kits, Kingsmead and fan experiences before SA20 2027.
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Col’Cacchio lockdown trial puts pizza growth in focus
A report links Col’Cacchio’s lockdown trial to a pizza boom, raising practical questions about testing ideas before expanding.
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Scooters Pizza targets 20 South African stores by November
Scooters Pizza is targeting 20 outlets by 30 November 2026, with expansion plans in KwaZulu-Natal and setup costs starting at R1.6 million.
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Spaza registrations and Pick n Pay shift: retail update
South Africa records 82,924 spaza registration applications, while Pick n Pay’s Namibian franchise partner plans to rebrand 19 stores.
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Pick n Pay names Spencer Sonn as CEO-designate
Spencer Sonn will join Pick n Pay on 1 February 2027, working alongside Sean Summers during a planned leadership transition.
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