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Amazon opens walk-in centre in Cape Town to support independent sellers

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Amazon opens walk-in centre in Cape Town to support independent sellers

In the process, Amazon aims to strengthen its position in South Africa’s competitive online retail market. Launched on Thursday, the walk-in facility is designed to help local sellers attract more customers and grow their businesses. This move also signals the US e-commerce powerhouse’s ongoing efforts to challenge market leader Takealot—owned by Naspers—by expanding its product … Read more

Takealot’s township takeover

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Takealot’s township takeover

South Africa’s largest online shopping platform, Takealot, has brought on board thousands of personal shoppers to expand its reach into townships and rural regions, aiming to stay competitive against growing threats from international competitors. Threat from international competitors Companies are drawn to South Africa’s e-commerce market because of its growth potential and strategic location. Notable … Read more