Black Friday 2023

Shop till you drop this Black Friday

We all love a good old Black Friday, jumping at the opportunity to grab some great specials. But do you know the story and origin of this magnificent day?

Black Friday first occurred in the United States in the year 1952. The original date was chosen to be the weekend after Thanksgiving, in the beginning of December when everybody gets ready to purchase their Christmas gifts.

The term “Black Friday” was then not yet used, it only started making headlines in the 2000s.

Black Fridays are now sometimes held twice a year in South Africa. These days mark the biggest shopping days of the year. Shop hours are extended, goods are up for sale at really cheap prices and some stores are even open throughout the night.

Some businesses even extended the day to the rest of the weekend, making it easier for people having to work on that specific day, to also have part of this occurrence.

The word “Black” being used to describe the day refers to the amount of vehicle and pedestrian traffic increase. If you had to look down on the people scurrying around, their heads would look like black ants moving around, therefore the Black Friday naming.

With all the fun and cheap deals, there is also caution to be taken. This day is a field day for pick-pocketers and bag snatchers. While driving, keep your doors and windows closed and locked.

If you park at a shop, make sure your vehicle is locked by pulling the handle of your door, especially if you use central locking.

Whilst in the store take only what you need and what you can carry by hand. Keep your purse and cell phone safe in your arms, and avoid putting valuables in your pocket.

If you seek the adrenaline rush of being the first shopper to enter the store, take care to not be trampled by the crowd.

Be nice to your fellow shoppers and enjoy your Black Friday experience.

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Pitfalls to watch out for

With the year we’ve had, we can all do with a bargain or two. On November 24, you will get exactly that when South Africa participates in Black Friday – an annual international celebration of super savings.

On this day, goods and service providers give consumers mega value for their hard- earned rand. Lowvelder arms you with the information you need to make the most of this year’s saving opportunities.

Black Friday 101

Planning is key

With specials running for a limited time, you will have to know what you’re looking for and where to find it from the get-go. Keep your eyes on print and digital media advertisements and compare product prices to identify the best deals.

Make use of extended Black Friday periods

Be sure to ask goods and service providers about the duration of their Black Friday specials. Some retailers run Black Friday deals throughout the month of November. These deals will run for the week in which they are announced and will not be offered again, so shoppers are encouraged to take advantage of these deals in the week in which they break

Queueing not your thing?

Shop online! South Africans have been shopping online like never before this year. Retailers are ready to accommodate this trend on Black Friday as well.

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