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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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    Food Emporium at Woolworths

    Ushering in the new gold standard for premium food retail, Woolworths has officially reopened its store at The Village Square in...

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    Denim Drop-Off Programme of Woolworths

    As part of Woolworths’ ongoing commitment to sustainability, the initiative will see donated denim collected at designated clothing bins...

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    First Beauty Standalone Store

    Woolworths has opened the doors to its first-ever standalone Beauty store at Waterstone Village, Somerset West. This brand-new store...

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