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Woolworths

Woolworths

Woolworths has grown into a leading retail group with a strong presence in sub-Saharan Africa.

Retail activity

Woolworths Holdings Ltd. is a South African based retail group that operates locally and internationally through two subsidiaries: Woolworths (Pty) Ltd. Country Rd. Ltd. Stores are based in Africa, the Middle East, Australia, New Zealand, the USA and Singapore.

Number of employees

34,000

Number of stores

>700

Founded

1931

Latest news & developments from Woolworths

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    Woolworths Earnings Rise on Festive Season

    In its results for the first half of 2026, the group saw improved performance in its apparel businesses and continued above-market growth...

  • Woolworths

    Woolworths Expands Beauty Push

    Woolworths is expanding its beauty offering to Kenya, building on a strategy that has doubled sales of the category over the past two...

  • Woolworths

    Woolworths Unveils Next-Gen Store

    The new store concept is designed to evolve and is a signal for where the business and brand is heading – reimagining the future of...

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