Africa expansion: Massmart maintains an ‘optimistic but measured approach’ Published by Kate Douglas on 26 August 2016 Massmart, owned by Walmart, wants to open five new stores on the continent (outside of South Africa) over the next two years.
11 steps for US companies to better engage with African governments Published by Eliot Pence and Robert Fogler on 26 June 2014 Africa can be a promising market for US companies that can demand high standards while allowing for the continent’s growing pains.
Wal-Mart shouldn’t expect an easy ride in Africa Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 23 March 2012 While Wal-Mart has not revealed its strategy on how it aims to grow its market share in the high growth developing markets of Africa, we think it will require careful scrutiny given the dynamism of the African consumer.
Walmart director shares his thoughts about retail in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 2 March 2012 “One of the things that have amazed us, is that it is a very brand-conscious market.”
South Africa to push Walmart for better deal Published by Staff Writer on 2 August 2011 South Africa said it will push Walmart to rejig the conditions of its US$2.4 billion Massmart deal, as Pretoria looks to wring bigger concessions from the world’s top retailer.
South African seafood firm lands Walmart supply contract Published by Femi Adewunmi on 26 July 2011 Amidst huge controversy around Walmart’s entry into Africa, it was yesterday announced that Oceanfresh, a South African seafood company, has secured a deal to supply hake fillets to the US-based retailer.
More trouble for Walmart’s entry into Africa Published by Staff Writer on 21 July 2011 The South African government is looking to overturn the country’s Competition Tribunal’s decision to allow US-based Walmart’s takeover of local retailer Massmart.
Walmart kicks off South African advertising campaign Published by Staff Writer on 29 June 2011 During the past weekend, South Africans got their first taste of the Walmart brand.
