These are the largest e-commerce companies in Africa, primarily comprising established retail groups and a few younger technology firms. Many are based in South Africa, with others in Nigeria, Algeria, Tunisia, and Egypt. The list includes companies such as Woolworths, a retailer focusing on food, fashion, and homeware, and Pick n Pay, which provides groceries, clothing, and general merchandise across Africa.
Other notable companies are Jumia Group, an e-commerce platform connecting consumers and sellers, and takealot.com, an e-commerce retailer in South Africa. The data shows a strong concentration of retail companies, many of which were founded before 2000, indicating a long-standing presence in the market.
| # | Company | Employees | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Woolworthswoolworths.co.za
Offering a unique blend of quality food, fashion, beauty, and homeware with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and ethical practices |
37,741 | |||
| 2 |
Pick n Paypnp.co.za
Operating diverse retail formats across Africa providing affordable groceries, clothing, and general merchandise while creating economic opportunities and social impact through various store channels. |
34,254 | |||
| 3 |
TFG (The Foschini Group)tfglimited.co.za
Operates thirty-five speciality retail brands across twenty-three countries, offering fashion, jewellery, homeware, and electronics through over four thousand outlets and a lifestyle e-commerce platform. |
29,353 | |||
| 4 |
Mr Price Groupmrpricegroup.com
Omni-channel value retailer specializing in apparel, homeware, and sportswear across South Africa and international markets through physical stores and a dedicated online platform. |
21,460 | |||
| 5 |
Jumia Groupgroup.jumia.com
Leading African e-commerce platform connecting consumers and sellers, providing logistics and payment solutions, empowering SMEs and job creation. |
12,642 | |||
| 6 |
takealot.comtakealot.com
The leading eCommerce retailer in South Africa and the African continent, dedicated to providing a customer-centric online shopping experience with a focus on improving customer satisfaction |
7,673 | |||
| 7 |
Makro South Africamakro.co.za
operates large warehouse stores selling food, liquor, and merchandise to retail and wholesale customers with online shopping convenience |
5,567 | |||
| 8 |
B.TECHworkable.com
Omnichannel retailer in Egypt offering top technology brands with over 160 branches, unique financing options, and personalized customer care |
4,416 | |||
| 9 |
sportscenesportscene.co.za
A leading retailer of trendy sneakers, apparel, and accessories from top streetwear brands for men, women, and kids across southern Africa |
4,065 | |||
| 10 | 4,018 | ||||
| 11 |
Ooredoo Tunisieooredoo.tn
A leading mobile telecommunications operator in Tunisia, focusing on innovative services, quality customer service, and expanding network coverage for its subscribers |
3,714 | |||
| 12 |
Builders: Warehouse, Express, Trade Depot, Superstorebuilders.co.za
Leading retailer in Southern Africa offering home improvement, DIY, and building materials with stores in multiple countries, tailored to meet customer needs |
3,498 | |||
| 13 |
Jumia Nigeriajumia.com.ng
An e-commerce platform in Africa offering a wide range of goods and services through a marketplace, logistics service, and secure online payment solution |
3,415 | |||
| 14 |
Naspers Limitednaspers.com
Global consumer internet company investing in technology and ecommerce businesses, empowering people and enriching communities worldwide. |
2,856 | |||
| 15 |
Cape Union Mart Groupcapeunionmart.co.za
A retail division in South Africa offering outdoor adventure gear, trendy apparel, accessories, and unique home goods across three distinctive chains |
2,635 | |||
| 16 |
Condor Algériecondor.dz
National leader in manufacturing, selling, and providing after-sales service for electronics, home appliances, IT, telephony, and renewable energy products. |
2,509 | |||
| 17 |
Media24 (Pty) Ltdmedia24.com
Leading South African media organization part of a global group, focused on digital media, newspapers, magazines, ecommerce, book publishing, and distribution Passionate about community-building and enriching lives |
2,474 | |||
| 18 |
Breadfastbreadfast.com
Revolutionizing home goods delivery in Egypt, Breadfast seeks motivated individuals to innovate and problem-solve in a period of expansion Join us! |
2,420 | |||
| 19 |
Rage SAragesa.co.za
Established South African retailer offering a wide range of fashionable footwear and clothing for all ages, with over 600 stores nationwide |
2,293 | |||
| 20 |
Red Star Wholesale Catering Servicesredstarwholesale.co.za
A leading catering supplier offering a wide range of quality products to the hospitality industry with free delivery for orders over R1 000 |
2,191 | |||
| 21 |
Checkers Food Servicesredstarwholesale.co.za
Leading supplier of high-quality products for caterers & restaurateurs in Gauteng and Western Cape, offering a wide range of food & beverage items with free delivery on orders over R1000 |
2,167 | |||
| 22 |
Studio 88 Group of Companiesstudio-88.co.za
A leading fashion and footwear retail chain in South Africa, offering exclusive releases and top international brands in vibrant store settings Expanding presence in Africa |
2,065 | |||
| 23 | 2,055 | ||||
| 24 |
Afroxafrox.co.za
Supplier of gases and welding products, services, and technologies to healthcare, hospitality, food, beverage, energy, mining, steel, and automotive sectors. |
1,749 | |||
| 25 |
Totalsportsbash.com
Leading sporting goods retailer in Southern Africa, offering a wide range of products from top global brands both in-store and online |
1,728 | |||
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| 26 |
Halan - حالاhalan.com
Revolutionizing financial services through a super app, offering solutions for payments, investments, shopping, and credit to individuals and businesses in Egypt. |
1,718 | |||
| 27 |
homechoicehomechoicecareers.co.za
A South African retailer providing innovative and affordable homeware products for over 35 years to help customers create beautiful homes |
1,672 | |||
| 28 | 1,659 | ||||
| 29 |
WeBuyCarswebuycars.co.za
SA’s leading car buying service simplifies selling and buying vehicles with on-the-spot payment, nationwide branches, and a vast online vehicle inventory |
1,628 | |||
| 30 |
Jumia Kenyajumia.co.ke
A leading e-commerce platform in Africa offering a wide range of goods and services through an online marketplace, logistics, and payment solutions |
1,560 | |||
| 31 |
Melcom Group of Companiesmelcomgroup.com
A diversified group of companies including retail outlets, manufacturing of household goods, assembly of electronic appliances, bakery, coffee shop, and travel agency |
1,550 | |||
| 32 |
FRESH ELECTRIC FOR HOME APPLIANCESfresh.com.eg
Manufacturing and exporting a wide range of household and small electrical appliances with extensive factory network and international market presence. |
1,425 | |||
| 33 |
Naivas Supermarketsnaivas.online
Operates a chain of supermarkets across Kenya, providing diverse groceries and consumer goods to its customers. |
1,402 | |||
| 34 |
Jumia Egyptjumia.com.eg
A leading e-commerce company in Africa offering a marketplace, logistics, and payment services for consumers and sellers across various product categories |
1,344 | |||
| 35 | 1,270 | ||||
| 36 |
Retailability (Pty) Ltdretailability.co.za
Retailability is a group of retail brands founded in 1984 in South Africa, offering authentic and affordable fashion in over 600 stores across Southern Africa |
1,244 | |||
| 37 |
Konga Groupkonga.com
An online shopping platform in Nigeria offering a wide range of products, with a focus on customer service and satisfaction |
1,237 | |||
| 38 |
Davis & Shirtliffdavisandshirtliff.com
A leading supplier of water-related equipment in East Africa, specializing in water pumps, treatment, swimming pools, and renewable energy products Headquarters in Nairobi |
1,202 | |||
| 39 |
Footgearfootgear.co.za
A leading retailer offering a wide selection of top shoe brands at affordable prices, prioritizing customer experience and satisfaction in-store and online |
1,184 | |||
| 40 |
Pepkor Lifestylepepkorlifestyle.com
Offers furniture, electronics, and household goods through various brands alongside consumer finance and insurance products for value conscious customers in Southern Africa. |
1,159 | |||
| 41 |
On the Dotonthedot.co.za
The company offers a comprehensive logistics solution for various media products, manages product lifecycles, provides courier services, and operates an e-commerce platform |
1,131 | |||
| 42 |
Cash Crusaders Franchisingcashcrusaders.co.za
Leading secondhand retailer with over 250 franchise stores offering pre-loved items, exclusive new brands, and flexible loans in Southern Africa |
1,117 | |||
| 43 | 1,079 | ||||
| 44 |
Raneenraneen.com
E-commerce platform offering housewares, kitchen appliances, home and garden gifts With retail stores in Egypt and plans for a unique smart store |
1,058 | |||
| 45 |
PNA - Colour Your Worldpna.co.za
A top retailer specializing in stationery, art supplies, craft materials, and educational books, focused on inspiration, creativity, and enrichment beyond the ordinary |
1,038 | |||
| 46 |
Verimark (PTY) LTDverimark.co.za
A leading provider of innovative and top-quality houseware, health, fitness, DIY, automotive, beauty, and educational toy products through TV infomercials and retail stores |
1,029 | |||
| 47 |
Winner'swinners.mu
Retail supermarket chain in Mauritius operating 28 stores, focusing on customer proximity, competitive pricing, employee training, and environmental initiatives. |
994 | |||
| 48 |
ShopriteXshopritex.breezy.hr
Innovative digital business hub for Africa's largest retailer, focused on customer-centric culture, data science, technology, and personalized shopping experiences |
935 | |||
| 49 |
Nouvelair Tunisianouvelair.com
Specializing in low-priced flights to Tunisia from over 130 airports in 30 countries, including popular European cities like Paris, Munich, and Moscow |
931 | |||
| 50 |
Omniomniretail.africa
Unified platform digitizing traditional trade, offering B2B e-commerce, distribution management, and embedded finance solutions to drive growth for FMCG distributors |
902 | |||
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