We’re delighted to present an exclusive opportunity for UK companies to accelerate their entry/growth in South Africa’s thriving E-commerce market through Takealot – the market’s largest, most innovative e-commerce retailer and leading online marketplace.
• Date: 1 August to 31 October 2023
• Location: Virtual
The E-commerce market in South Africa has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years, propelled by several key factors including the surge in internet penetration and evolving consumer behaviour. Although relatively small compared to more established Western markets, the South African E-commerce industry exhibits a huge amount of potential and has emerged as a pivotal component of the country's retail ecosystem.
We’re therefore delighted to offer UK brands this opportunity to meet with Takealot.com – South Africa’s largest, most innovative e-commerce retailer and leading online marketplace, acting as both a direct retailer and a third-party marketplace. Given this dual functionality, successful businesses will have the chance to discuss selling directly to Takealot, including their buying and listing opportunities, and/or be introduced to the ‘network of importers and distributors’ using Takealot’s Platform for sales across the South African market. This is in addition to the D2C route using Takealot and a local fulfilment centre in South Africa.
Retail buying
For those interested in connecting directly to Takealot to discuss their retail buying opportunities, meetings will be with Takealot representatives (product-dependent) who want to meet with brands from the following categories:
Marketplace via importers/distributers
For those interested in connecting to South African sellers/ importers and/or distributors, Takealot will facilitate introductions with members of their network who are keen to expand their offering by partnering with established UK brands. This opportunity is open to all product categories within food and drink (except refrigerated and frozen food) and retail and wholesale, including those mentioned above and:
All registered companies will need to be assessed and approved by Takealot to ensure event suitability. Once your place has been confirmed, virtual 1:1 meetings will be arranged on an individual basis from August to October 2023 based on availability of both parties.
Please note:
This event requires pre-approval to attend to ensure that your offering meets the relevant demand and/or criteria. This event is free for Santander Navigator Grow subscribers, £250 for Prepare subscribers, and £500 for Explore subscribers. Payment will only be taken once we have confirmed your place with the provider.
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