# Top 50 Retail companies in Africa Tamtam tracks 200 Retail companies headquartered in Africa. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by The Shoprite Group of Companies, Woolworths and Pick n Pay. Their median headcount is 2,763. Half of them were founded in 1992 or later. The most common headquarters are Cape Town (11), Johannesburg (5) and Cairo (3). This list contains large and mid-sized retail companies operating in Africa. The companies are primarily based in South Africa, with some having a broader continental presence, indicating a strong retail sector concentrated in the region. Most of these firms offer diverse product ranges, from groceries and clothing to electronics and financial services, catering to a wide consumer base. Key players include The Shoprite Group, a large-scale food retailer, Woolworths, known for food and fashion, Pick n Pay, offering affordable groceries and clothing, and TFG (The Foschini Group), operating numerous specialty retail brands. A notable pattern is the concentration of headquarters in Cape Town, highlighting its role as a retail hub. 🌍 Africa · 50 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026 | # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | 1 | [The Shoprite Group of Companies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-shoprite-group-of-companies) (shopriteholdings.co.za)
Large scale food retailing across Africa providing affordable goods, financial services, and pharmaceuticals through innovative technology, data science, and sustainable community development initiatives. | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Cape Town | 47,851 | | | 2 | [Woolworths](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/woolworths) (woolworths.co.za)
Offering a unique blend of quality food, fashion, beauty, and homeware with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and ethical practices | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Cape Town | 37,741 | 1931 | | 3 | [Pick n Pay](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pick-n-pay) (pnp.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. | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Kenilworth | 34,254 | 1967 | | 4 | [TFG (The Foschini Group)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/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. | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Cape Town | 29,353 | | | 5 | [SPAR South Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/spar-south-africa) (spar.co.za)
Supplying goods and services to over two thousand stores through distribution centres focusing on grocery, building materials, and pharmaceutical products for communities. | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Pinetown | 24,203 | 1963 | | 6 | [Mr Price Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mr-price-group) (mrpricegroup.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. | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Durban | 21,460 | 1985 | | 7 | [PEP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pep) (pepstores.com)
Africa's largest retailer with 2600+ stores offering clothing, footwear, homeware, FMCG, cellular products, services such as loans, and various financial transactions | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Parow Industria | 19,911 | 1965 | | 8 | [Massmart](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/massmart) (massmart.co.za)
Operates over 300 stores across 8 sub-Saharan countries, leading market shares in general merchandise, liquor, home improvement, and wholesale food sectors. | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Sandton | 16,817 | | | 9 | [Clicks Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/clicks-group) (clicksgroup.co.za)
Leading healthcare, beauty, and wellness retailer in South Africa with a network of over 850 stores and 670 pharmacies, committed to increasing access to affordable healthcare | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Cape Town | 13,474 | 1968 | | 10 | [Boxer Superstores](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/boxer-superstores) (boxerinvestor.co.za)
Leading Southern African discount supermarket chain providing groceries, liquor, and building materials through integrated retail operations, distribution centres, and dedicated meat processing facilities. | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Westville | 12,365 | 1977 | | 11 | [Lidl Italia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lidl-italia) (lavoro.lidl.it)
A leading retailer operating in 31 countries with over 12,200 stores and 376,000 employees, offering quality products and a wide assortment | Retail | πŸ‡©πŸ‡Ώ Arcole (VR) | 11,660 | 1992 | | 12 | [Ackermans](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ackermans) (ackermans.co.za)
Leading value fashion retailer offering affordable clothing for families, homeware, cellular products, and financial services through hundreds of stores across five different countries. | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Kuils River | 11,395 | 1916 | | 13 | [MARJANE GROUP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/marjane-group) (marjane.ma)
Operates retail stores including supermarkets and electronics, alongside managing and developing commercial real estate like malls and activity parks. | Retail | πŸ‡²πŸ‡¦ Casablanca | 9,303 | | | 14 | [Truworths](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/truworths) (truworths.co.za)
Leading fashion retailer with cash and account options, offering clothing, footwear, and accessories through multiple brands and large-format stores | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Cape Town | 7,908 | 1917 | | 15 | [takealot.com](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/takealot-com) (takealot.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 | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Cape Town | 7,673 | 2011 | | 16 | [Makro South Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/makro-south-africa) (makro.co.za)
operates large warehouse stores selling food, liquor, and merchandise to retail and wholesale customers with online shopping convenience | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Johannesburg | 5,567 | 1971 | | 17 | [Naivas Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/naivas-limited) (naivas.online)
A leading supermarket chain in Kenya with over 94 outlets nationwide, offering a world-class shopping experience since 1990 | Retail | πŸ‡°πŸ‡ͺ Nairobi | 5,215 | 1990 | | 18 | [B.TECH](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/b-tech) (workable.com)
Omnichannel retailer in Egypt offering top technology brands with over 160 branches, unique financing options, and personalized customer care | Retail | πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¬ Taj City | 4,416 | 1997 | | 19 | [sportscene](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sportscene) (sportscene.co.za)
A leading retailer of trendy sneakers, apparel, and accessories from top streetwear brands for men, women, and kids across southern Africa | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Cape Town | 4,065 | | | 20 | [Magasin GΓ©nΓ©ral](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/magasin-general) (mg.tn)
Operating as a long-standing Tunisian retailer, the company has been serving daily needs since 1883, deeply integrated into the collective memory. | Retail | πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡³ Tunis | 3,555 | 1883 | | 21 | [Builders: Warehouse, Express, Trade Depot, Superstore](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/builders-warehouse-express-trade-depot-superstore) (builders.co.za)
Leading retailer in Southern Africa offering home improvement, DIY, and building materials with stores in multiple countries, tailored to meet customer needs | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ | 3,498 | 2003 | | 22 | [HA : fashion retail company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ha-fashion-retail-company)
Specializing in fashion retail, we offer trendy and stylish clothing and accessories to customers looking to elevate their wardrobe | Retail | πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡³ Tunis | 3,487 | 1990 | | 23 | [Jumia Nigeria](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/jumia-nigeria) (jumia.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 | Retail | πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Lagos | 3,415 | 2012 | | 24 | [LabelVie](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/labelvie) (labelvie.ma)
Retail distribution group operating Carrefour, Carrefour Market, and ATACADAO stores across Morocco with strong growth and decentralized management. | Retail | πŸ‡²πŸ‡¦ Rabat | 3,229 | 1986 | | 25 | [JD Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/jd-group) (jdgroup.co.za)
Retailer of furniture, household appliances, consumer electronics, and technology goods, also providing consumer finance services for its customer base in Southern Africa. | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Johannesburg | 2,763 | | | 26 | [Cape Union Mart Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cape-union-mart-group) (capeunionmart.co.za)
A retail division in South Africa offering outdoor adventure gear, trendy apparel, accessories, and unique home goods across three distinctive chains | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Cape Town | 2,635 | 1933 | | 27 | [Rage SA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/rage-sa) (ragesa.co.za)
Established South African retailer offering a wide range of fashionable footwear and clothing for all ages, with over 600 stores nationwide | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Johannesburg | 2,293 | 1996 | | 28 | [Studio 88 Group of Companies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/studio-88-group-of-companies) (studio-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 | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Johannesburg | 2,065 | 2001 | | 29 | [AL AZHAR](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/al-azhar) (azhar.eg)
An organization based in Cairo, Egypt that is likely involved in religious, educational, or cultural activities related to Al Azhar Al Sharif | Retail | πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¬ Cairo | 2,056 | | | 30 | [Tekkietown](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tekkietown) (tekkietown.co.za)
A South African-based company specializing in tech products and services | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ | 2,055 | | | 31 | [BAZAR](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bazar) (bazar.tn)
An online marketplace in Tunisia selling a variety of clothing, shoes, accessories for women, men, babies, and children, as well as home decor and bedding | Retail | πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡³ Monastir | 1,946 | 2016 | | 32 | [Totalsports](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/totalsports) (bash.com)
Leading sporting goods retailer in Southern Africa, offering a wide range of products from top global brands both in-store and online | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Cape Town | 1,728 | 1982 | | 33 | [homechoice](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/homechoice) (homechoicecareers.co.za)
A South African retailer providing innovative and affordable homeware products for over 35 years to help customers create beautiful homes | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Wynberg | 1,672 | | | 34 | [BIM MAROC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bim-maroc) (bim.ma)
BIM Maroc is a major player in the distribution sector in Morocco, offering high-quality products at affordable prices through convenient and safe shopping experiences | Retail | πŸ‡²πŸ‡¦ Casablanca | 1,661 | 2008 | | 35 | [Melcom Group of Companies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/melcom-group-of-companies) (melcomgroup.com)
A diversified group of companies including retail outlets, manufacturing of household goods, assembly of electronic appliances, bakery, coffee shop, and travel agency | Retail | πŸ‡¬πŸ‡­ Accra | 1,550 | 1989 | | 36 | [Computer Shop](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/computer-shop) (computershop.com.eg)
A new IT store in Egypt providing a wide selection of updated products from top brands, excellent customer care, technical support, and IT expertise | Retail | πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¬ Giza | 1,460 | 2010 | | 37 | [Ω…ΨΊΨ§Ψ²Ψ§Ψͺ عزيزة Magasins Aziza](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/magasins-aziza) (aziza.tn)
Operating as Tunisia's sole discount retailer across all governorates, this company offers quality products at competitive prices through neighborhood stores. | Retail | πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡³ Ben Arous | 1,418 | 2014 | | 38 | [Jumia Egypt](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/jumia-egypt) (jumia.com.eg)
A leading e-commerce company in Africa offering a marketplace, logistics, and payment services for consumers and sellers across various product categories | Retail | πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¬ New Cairo | 1,344 | 2012 | | 39 | [GROUPE UTIC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/groupe-utic) (utic.tn)
Private Tunisian group active in distribution, tourism with hotels, packaging, electromechanical partnerships, and various service sectors. | Retail | πŸ‡ΉπŸ‡³ ZI - Cherguia 1 | 1,253 | | | 40 | [Retailability (Pty) Ltd](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/retailability-pty-ltd) (retailability.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 | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Durban | 1,244 | 1984 | | 41 | [Konga Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/konga-group) (konga.com)
An online shopping platform in Nigeria offering a wide range of products, with a focus on customer service and satisfaction | Retail | πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Lagos | 1,237 | 2012 | | 42 | [Lewis Group Ltd](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lewis-group-ltd) (lewisgroup.co.za)
Leading retailer of household furniture, appliances, and electronics, offering credit sales through multiple brands Includes insurance services and wide store presence | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Cape Town | 1,194 | 1934 | | 43 | [Footgear](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/footgear) (footgear.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 | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Cape Town | 1,184 | 2001 | | 44 | [Pepkor Lifestyle](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pepkor-lifestyle) (pepkorlifestyle.com)
Offers furniture, electronics, and household goods through various brands alongside consumer finance and insurance products for value conscious customers in Southern Africa. | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Sandton | 1,159 | | | 45 | [Kazyon](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kazyon) (kazyon.com)
A leading Egyptian discount supermarket chain, operating over 900 stores in 21 governorates, providing basic food commodities at the best prices | Retail | πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¬ Cairo | 1,156 | | | 46 | [@home](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/home-new-cairo) (athomegy.com)
A leading company specializing in modern home tools and decorations, committed to providing high-quality products in Egypt and the Middle East | Retail | πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¬ New Cairo | 1,154 | 2011 | | 47 | [Cash Crusaders Franchising](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cash-crusaders-franchising) (cashcrusaders.co.za)
Leading secondhand retailer with over 250 franchise stores offering pre-loved items, exclusive new brands, and flexible loans in Southern Africa | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Muizenberg | 1,117 | 1996 | | 48 | [MaxAB](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/maxab) (maxab.io)
MaxAB offers B2B solutions to local merchants in Egypt and Morocco, helping them grow, increase revenues, and provide a comprehensive shopping experience through e-commerce and fintech services | Retail | πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¬ Cairo | 1,079 | 2018 | | 49 | [Raneen](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/raneen) (raneen.com)
E-commerce platform offering housewares, kitchen appliances, home and garden gifts With retail stores in Egypt and plans for a unique smart store | Retail | πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¬ Giza | 1,058 | 1996 | | 50 | [PNA - Colour Your World](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pna-colour-your-world) (pna.co.za)
A top retailer specializing in stationery, art supplies, craft materials, and educational books, focused on inspiration, creativity, and enrichment beyond the ordinary | Retail | πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Johannesburg | 1,038 | 1992 | ## How this list is built Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026. ## More company lists in Africa - [The largest companies in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/largest-companies-in-africa) (7,897) - [Multinational companies in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/multinational-companies-in-africa) (1,323) - [Financial services firms in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/financial-services-firms-in-africa) (928) - [Critical infrastructure operators in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/critical-infrastructure-operators-in-africa) (868) - [Retail chains in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-chains-in-africa) (825) - [Manufacturers in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/manufacturers-in-africa) (800) - [Public sector organisations in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/public-sector-organisations-in-africa) (723) - [Education providers in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/education-companies-in-africa) (690) - [Financial Services companies in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/financial-services-companies-in-africa) (653) - [Companies with a mobile app in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/companies-with-mobile-app-in-africa) (582) - [Corporate groups and holding companies in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/holding-companies-in-africa) (468) - [IT Services and IT Consulting companies in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/it-services-and-it-consulting-companies-in-africa) (393) - [Higher Education companies in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/higher-education-companies-in-africa) (388) - [Distributors and wholesalers in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/distributors-and-wholesalers-in-africa) (362) - [Food and beverage companies in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/food-and-beverage-companies-in-africa) (312) - [IT services companies in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/it-services-companies-in-africa) (312) - [Companies with in-house R&D in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/r-and-d-companies-in-africa) (283) - [Consumer goods companies in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/consumer-goods-companies-in-africa) (275) - [Publicly traded companies in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/publicly-traded-companies-in-africa) (266) - [Energy companies in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/energy-companies-in-africa) (257) - [Professional services firms in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/professional-services-firms-in-africa) (257) - [Banking companies in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/banking-companies-in-africa) (248) - [Healthcare providers in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/healthcare-providers-in-africa) (243) - [E-commerce companies in Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/ecommerce-companies-in-africa) (225) ## The same list elsewhere - [Retail companies in the world](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-companies-in-the-world) (11,452) - [Retail companies in South Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-companies-south-africa) (86) - [Retail companies in Egypt](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-companies-egypt) (51) --- Source: https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-companies-in-africa