Retail

The latest Retail sector features, company profiles, and executive interviews from across Africa.

Latest Retail Corporate Stories

Liquor City Retail Group : Experienced and Family-Owned

Liquor City has become a name synonymous with world-renowned brands and its concerted focus on people; by not only providing a smooth shopping process for customers frequenting its 300 stores, but looking after South Africa’s independent retailers by granting them a platform to grow.

Top Tips for those Looking to Invest in South Africa’s Franchise Sector

Gerrie van Biljon, Executive Director of Business Partners Limited, explains why South Africa's franchise sector is an attractive investment opportunity for entrepreneurs.

L’Oréal and CFAO Sign a Production and Distribution Partnership for Ivory Coast

L'Oréal and CFAO announced today the signing of a protocol agreement covering the production and distribution of cosmetic products in Ivory Coast

Uchumi Supermarkets : Your Home of Value

Uchumi Supermarkets is Kenya’s oldest supermarket cha, and is celebrating almost four decades in East Africa.

Nielsen: Predicting Brand Success in Africa

A new Nielsen report shows hard retail data, consumer needs and behavior, combined with macro-economic datasets, are better indicators of opportunity and success in African markets

Tuskys : Pay Less, Get More Everyday

Tuskys supermarkets are the most pronounced chain stores found in Nairobi city centre and the surrounding areas.

Quality Supermarkets : Home-Grown Grocers

Quality Supermarkets, one of the most prosperous business ventures by Ugandan entrepreneurs, is testament to why determination and hard work, are pertinent ingredients for success.

Spar Zimbabwe : Sparring with the Best

SPAR Zimbabwe are committed to developing the SPAR business by offering stores with modern layouts alongside the promise of world-class shopping.

The Sarit Centre : Bringing retail to East Africa first

We chat to Peter Moll about The Sarit Centre, the first ever shopping mall in East Africa which opened its doors in 1983.

ShopRite Scandal Closes Five Mozambique Stores

South African retail giant Shoprite has been forced to close five stores in Mozambique for selling old food.