South Africa, Oct. 17 -- The first @Walmart storefront on African soil lit up last night.'' pic.twitter.com/L6Wyz4jiKR

The announcement follows Walmart's commitment in September 2025 to launch its first own-brand stores in the country before the year end. Walmart already has a substantial footprint in South Africa through its ownership of Massmart, which operates the Makro, Game and Builders Warehouse chains.

The Fourways Mall store represents its first retail operation under the Walmart banner, rather than via its existing brands.

Walmart International president and CEO Kath McLay said Walmart's South African stores would offer a wide range of merchandise, including fresh groceries, household essentials, apparel and technology.

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