Shoprite has been named a Platinum winner in the 2026 Daily Sun Readers’ Choice Awards, taking the top spot in the Grocery Retailer (Supermarket / Hypermarket / Retail Chain) category. This recognition comes from the people who matter most: customers. Millions of South Africans rely on Shoprite for the food and household essentials they need, at prices
Woolworths has officially unveiled its Dainfern Square store as the first Food Emporium in Gauteng, bringing its flagship food retail concept to the region and marking the next chapter in the evolution of the retailer’s premium food offering. As Woolworths’ flagship food format, the Food Emporium brings together the retailer’s most extensive food offering in
The first halaal Checkers store in the Western Cape has opened in Athlone, Cape Town – offering shoppers a new destination for premium halaal products, fresh food and local favourites, within a culturally inclusive retail experience. Checkers Foods Crawford created 70 job opportunities within the local community, including 26 new positions. Working closely with the Muslim Judicial Council
Vukile Property Fund (JSE: VKE) has officially opened a R76.1m extension and refurbishment at Nonesi Mall in Komani, Eastern Cape. The fully pre-let expansion adds 3,100sqm of retail space, taking the centre’s gross lettable area to nearly 31,000sqm, and consolidates Nonesi Mall’s position as Komani’s leading shopping destination.Vukile is a customer-led specialist retail property group
: MR.DIY is expanding its presence in KwaZulu-Natal with the opening of a new store at Saxony Westwood. Known for its wide range of household, hardware and lifestyle products at “Always Low Prices”, the international value retailer is steadily bringing the MR.DIY name to more and more communities across South Africa. “Every new store gives
Cape Town – In an environment of intensified competition and constrained consumer spending, particularly among middle-income households, Clicks Group increased diluted headline earnings per share by 8.1% for the six months to February 2026. The group declared an interim dividend of 258 cents per share, up 8.4% on the prior year. Group turnover increased by
UNIQ Clothing by Checkers has expanded its footprint in Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs with a new store at Kenilworth Centre, giving shoppers easier access to its timeless designs and premium basics. This is the clothing brand’s second store in the area, following the opening of UNIQ Clothing at Blue Route Mall, Tokai in 2024. Since launching in 2023, the standalone apparel brand has grown to 11
Walmart proudly opened the doors of its third South African store at East Point Shopping Centre in Boksburg on Saturday 28 February 2026, welcoming customers, community members and local partners to a vibrant, fun and memorable opening day. From early in the morning, shoppers gathered in anticipation, eager to experience Walmart’s Every Day Low Prices and
HIGHLIGHTS Commenting on the results, WHL Group CEO, Roy Bagattini, said: “Our first half results reflect the significant progress we have made in our strategic initiatives and demonstrate that we are clearly and deliberately shifting the trajectory of our businesses. I am confident in our ability to deliver against our commitments, and deliver an improved performance for
SPAR Nigeria’s licence holder, Artee Industries Limited, has launched a new hypermarket at Novare Central Mall in Abuja’s Wuse district. The newly opened store provides a modern shopping environment that prioritises convenience, choice, and a great customer experience. The 3,221m² hypermarket has a modern and welcoming look, with wide aisles, well-organised product displays, and an
At a time when every rand counts and with loyalty usage at record levels and promotions increasingly shaping shopping decisions, Pick n Pay’s returning Smart Shopper Price Palooza campaign shows how loyalty-driven promotions can translate into real financial relief. Over the past two years, Pick n Pay’s Smart Shopper Price Palooza campaign has seen routine
Since its introduction last year, Woolworths’ MyDifference loyalty programme has marked a significant shift in how the retailer rewards, engages and builds long-term relationships with its customers, moving beyond traditional points-based loyalty to a more personalised, transparent and insight-led model. Evolving from the long-running WRewards, which the brand ran for more than 20 years, MyDifference
In an era dominated by fintech apps and digital wallets, customers are still pouring more than R120 million a month into Shoprite Savings Stamps, which have seen annual growth in excess of 20%. This trusted, low risk financial savings tool continues to resonate with individuals, households, and even stokvels and other informal savings groups that utilize these stamps to efficiently pool and manage
New hardware, software and AI solutions reduce in-store friction, optimize business performance, and create better customer experiences. News Highlights PALO ALTO, Calif., January 8, 2026 – Today, HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) announced that it is bringing together hardware, software, services, and intelligence into a unified solution to help retailers operate with greater visibility, consistency, and control.
Boxer has officially opened its newest and seventh Distribution Centre (DC) in Tongaat, KwaZulu-Natal, marking another major step forward in the company’s fast-growing national supply chain network. Co-owned 50/50 with long-standing property development partners JT Ross Property Group, the 32,000 square metre Boxer Tongaat DC stands as a testament to strategic collaboration, operational excellence, and
Pick n Pay opened its first Hypermarket in Pietermaritzburg on Tuesday, 23 September, following the conversion of its existing Supermarket at Midlands Liberty Mall. This investment marks a significant transformation of the former Pick n Pay Supermarket into a full-scale Hypermarket – delivering a brand-new, one-stop shopping experience for customers in Pietermaritzburg and the greater KwaZulu-Natal region.
Philippi’s semi-rural agricultural and farming zone, which comprises the Philippi Horticultural Area, remains a lifeline for Cape Town’s fresh produce supply and food security – and businesses that support the farmers in this area play a vital role in protecting this important food production asset. Known as Cape Town’s food basket, Philippi produces up to
PnP Clothing has reached a major milestone with the opening of its 400th stand-alone store at Westgate Mall in Roodepoort, Gauteng. This landmark moment marks more than two decades of consistent growth for the brand and reflects its increasing relevance in South Africa’s dynamic retail landscape. Despite rising input costs and constrained household spending, South
Walmart announced its plans to open its first branded stores in South Africa later this year. This strategic move underscores Walmart’s commitment to making high-quality, affordable merchandise accessible to more customers. It also follows Walmart’s first Growth Summit held in April, which featured suppliers from 12 countries across the continent with incredible innovations and products made, grown
The 500th Usave supermarket in South Africa opened in Hopefield, Western Cape today – marking a major milestone in the Shoprite Group’s continued mission to expand access to affordable goods and services in more communities across the country and beyond. Launched in 2003 under the leadership of now-CEO Pieter Engelbrecht, Usave has become a critical part of the Group’s
Restaurant franchise group Spur Corporation increased headline earnings by 16.5% to R275 million for the year to June 2025 as the group’s market-leading brand portfolio delivered a strong trading performance in the weak consumer spending environment. The full year dividend was increased by 40.4%, to 299 cents per share, as the directors showed their confidence
The Shoprite Group is bringing next level convenience to the people of Durbanville and surrounds, with the opening of a Checkers supermarket as well as five standalone stores – Checkers LiquorShop, Checkers Little Me, Checkers Outdoor, Petshop Science and the Northern Suburbs’ first UNIQ clothing by Checkers store – at new shopping destination, Groot Phesantekraal View. All six stores opened on
Pick n Pay and FNB’s Burger Friday has set a new benchmark for customer and loyalty rewards with its discounted Burger Friday deal. The collaboration between two of South Africa’s leading loyalty programmes – Smart Shopper and eBucks – is delivering double the value to customers by combining their benefits. It also forms part of
Woolworths and Engen are marking a major milestone in their long-standing partnership with the launch of the 100th Woolworths Foodstop, now open at the Engen Sandton Convenience Centre on Katherine Street in Johannesburg. This isn’t just another store opening – it’s a celebration of more than 25 years of collaboration between two homegrown brands that
Takealot and Pick n Pay are rolling out more convenient Pickup Points in Pick n Pay supermarkets as a growing number of South Africans collect their Takealot orders while doing their grocery shopping. What began with just two pilot locations in 2023 has expanded to 30 Takealot Pickup Points in Pick n Pays across the
The Shoprite Group’s 29 distribution centres across the country – including its newest state-of-the-art 94 000 m2 Riverfields facility – have ramped up operations for this year’s longest promotional campaign, Checkers’ XXL Savings, that offers over R45 million in savings to customers every day for six weeks straight (9 June to 20 July). In 2024, the XXL
Lewis Group reported a 66.9% increase in operating profit to R1.2 billion for the year to March 2025, driven by strong credit sales, expanding margins and robust growth in the debtors’ portfolio, while satisfactory paying customers reached a new record high. The group’s operating margin improved significantly, increasing by 790 basis points from 14.8% to
Pick n Pay’s turnaround is taking shape as the retailer reports a year of recovery after solving its debt challenges and driving a like for like sales recovery in its core Pick n Pay supermarkets. “There are no surprises in this result, we are meeting the guidance that we have given every 6 months, making
West Pack, one of South Africa’s most recognisable retail brands, has new owners after entering business rescue proceedings in 2024. The brand’s new owners recently announced their big plans for West Pack, specifically focusing on its franchise model. West Pack entered voluntary business rescue in June 2024 after its board of directors adopted a resolution
The license to operate the SPAR brand exclusively in Rwanda was granted to a local retail business – Sawa Citi. The first SPAR branded store has now opened in the suburb of Nyarutarama, located in the Rwandan capital city of Kigali. Entry into the Rwandan marketThe introduction of the internationally recognised SPAR brand to Rwanda
Massmart’s Makro is set to open its 23rd store on the 23rd of April, this time in Gonubie, East London. This is the first time Makro is opening a new store since 2019, and this expansion brings the retailer’s signature value, selection, and convenience to a thriving local business hub known for its family-friendly atmosphere
JYSK opens the first two stores in Casablanca, Morocco. The opening not only establishes JYSK’s presence in Africa but also marks a significant milestone as the company expands into its 50th country. JYSK has officially entered Africa, marking a new chapter in the Danish home furnishing company’s international expansion as the first two stores open
The Cape Town-based coffee chain will roll out fully staffed concession stores across selected sites within the convenience chain in South Africa. Vida e Caffè has unveiled a new partnership to open cafès within SPAR convenience stores in South Africa. Founded in Cape Town in 2001, Vida e Caffè is South Africa’s largest branded coffee
Pick n Pay opened a new supermarket at Westown Square, a mixed-use development in Shongweni, KwaZulu-Natal. A Pick n Pay Clothing and Liquor store will also open in the centre. The new store introduces key features that Pick n Pay is incorporating into its refreshed store format, aimed at enhancing the customer experience. These include
Retailability Limited, a private owned retail group that specialises in affordable apparel and lifestyle products has entered into a transaction agreement with Pepkor who are seeking to expand their market share in adult wear. The transaction includes 462 stores that operate across South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia and Eswatini. “This is a great deal for
Small-scale farmers from more than 60 community food gardens across Southern Africa will have a unique opportunity to sell their fresh, organically grown produce directly to customers at selected Shoprite and Checkers supermarkets at the retailer’s Market Day on 3 April 2025. By providing a direct route to market, Market Day helps emerging farmers generate an income, develop critical
Taco Bell has a plan to ignite international growth, expanding its global footprint from 1150 locations to more than 3000 restaurants outside the US by 2030. The brand plans to enter nine new countries including France, Greece and South Africa, and accelerate growth in its existing India, Australia, Spain and UK markets. The other six
Two emerging black-owned enterprises have been assisted in growing their presence in the local township economy through Tiger Brands’ business support and market access initiative. Local start-up creative agencies, Bloodline and Barcode, are the recipients of a Tiger Brands Enterprise Supplier Development business support and mentorship package designed to help grow informal businesses into sustainable
FNB and Pick n Pay are proud to announce the expansion of their partnership to add more value for all their FNB and RMB Private Bank’s customers. The bank’s retail and commercial customers will all earn up to 30% of their spend back in eBucks when using Pick n Pay’s asap! on-demand delivery service, and up
Last month, retail group Massmart announced that it would be hosting its inaugural Growth Summit in partnership with parent company, Walmart. The summit provides opportunity for Africa-based suppliers who manufacture, grow or assemble on the continent to connect directly with the appropriate Massmart buyers. Altogether, over 300 suppliers based in countries across the continent completed
Attacq Limited (“Attacq”), the JSE-listed Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) and strategic development partner of Waterfall City, proudly announces that its flagship retail asset, Mall of Africa, has achieved the prestigious Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) Advanced Certification. This milestone, achieved through ongoing collaboration with Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking (Nedbank CIB), makes
KAL Group, one of South Africa’s leading agri, fuel & convenience speciality retailers listed on the JSE, has delivered a solid start to the first three months of the 2025 financial year (Q1 or this period), and, encouraged by green shoots emerging in the operating environment, is cautiously optimistic about the 2025 outlook. “Our streamlined
The SPAR brand is present across more than 48 countries with over 14,000 stores operating worldwide. On the African continent, new store openings in various formats across Cameroon, Zimbabwe, and South Africa reflect how local retailers continue to meet the needs of their customers. SPAR South AfricaIn mid-December, the SUPERSPAR Supermarket Mondlo celebrated its grand
UK coffee and food-to-go chain Pret A Manger will make its South Africa debut on 14 February 2025 with an outlet in Johannesburg’s up-market Melrose Arch neighbourhood. Pret, which signed a licensing agreement with private equity firm Millat Group in February 2024, said the upcoming launch marks a significant milestone in its international expansion and
Engen is excited to announce a partnership with pudo, South Africa’s innovative smart locker and courier solution provider; a collaboration that aligns with Engen’s commitment to delivering smarter solutions, differentiated products, and unparalleled convenience for its valued customers. Pudo, short for pick up drop off, is transforming the courier industry with its growing network of smart
ZURU is reshaping the South African toy retail landscape with its innovative in-store branding across major outlets such as Checkers, Toys R Us, and Toy Kingdom. This strategic move highlights ZURU’s commitment to creating visually impactful spaces within retail environments, driving shopper engagement, and enhancing the customer experience. “We are thrilled to be the first
Pick n Pay, South Africa opens a new tab. On Monday, it reported a wider half-year loss, reflecting trading losses in its core supermarket business alongside higher borrowing costs. Still, it said its full-year performance would be stronger. The country’s third-biggest grocery retailer reported a loss before tax and capital items of 1.1 billion rand
Pick n Pay’s turnaround strategy is gaining momentum, showing strong progress across key initiatives, including solid performance from Boxer and improved results in Pick n Pay supermarkets. The Group’s interim results, published today, highlight significant sales growth in Pick n Pay Clothing and Pick n Pay Online. As anticipated, the first six months of FY25
Float, Africa’s first card-linked instalment platform has unveiled the latest shopping trends among credit card holders using its payment method. With an impressive average order value of close to R10,000, order values through the platform significantly exceeds those of the regular buy now pay later model, which typically ranges between R1,000 and R1,400. The latest
Trade Intelligence’s bi-annual Corporate Retail Comparative Report (CRCR) offers a detailed analysis of the comparative performance of South Africa’s six major grocery retail companies – Shoprite Holdings, The SPAR Group, Pick n Pay Stores, Woolworths Holdings, Clicks Group, and Dis-Chem Pharmacies. This second edition for 2024 covers the reporting period of the first half of
