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Shoprite

Also known as: Shoprite Holdings · Shoprite and Usave stores

Shoprite — retailer appearing in coverage of commercial operations and furniture asset takeover in Namibia and South Africa.

2022-09-042026-07-07

What’s been said

Key points drawn from coverage. Tap a point to see the original sentence.

  1. July 2026
  2. Windhoek Observer

    Shoprite serves as the anchor tenant of Goreangab Mall

    Source

    The Goreangab Mall accommodates more than 40 tenants, with Shoprite serving as the anchor tenant, which functions as the larger cornerstone and foundation of the mall.

    Oryx Properties proposes N$251m industrial warehouse acquisition
  3. March 2026
  4. New Era

    Shoprite is located near vendors' previous trading spot in central business district

    Source

    Vendors said their businesses have been brought to a standstill after they were forced to leave their trading spot near Shoprite and the nearby taxi rank in the central business district.

    City vendors dump problems on Kavetu … bemoan evictions, harassment
  5. February 2026
  6. New Era

    Shoprite is operated near by street vendors and a taxi rank in Windhoek CBD

    Source

    Kanyenga, Nella and dozens of other street vendors who operate in the vicinity of Shoprite supermarket and the nearby taxi rank in town, yesterday clashed with members of the Windhoek City Police after they refused to comply with the eviction orders.

    Evicted street vendors face bleak future
  7. Informanté

    Shoprite had theft occur at its receiving area in Oluno, Ondangwa, early Sunday morning

    Source

    THREE male suspects aged 24, 28 and 36 have been arrested in connection with an incident of theft out of a motor vehicle that occurred at Shoprite's receiving area in Oluno, Ondangwa, early Sunday morning.

    Stolen merchandise recovered at Ondangwa, three suspects arrested
  8. October 2025
  9. The Namibian

    Shoprite achieved R257 billion in sales and R7.6 billion profit with 22% profit increase

    Source

    Shoprite sales reached R257 billion and profit hit R7.6 billion as Engelbrecht's pay increased through shares and bonuses.

    SA Shoprite boss pockets R87 million after record-breaking year
  10. The Namibian

    Shoprite opened 225 new stores in South Africa, bringing total to 2,577

    Source

    During the year, Shoprite opened 225 new stores in South Africa, bringing the total to 2 577.

    SA Shoprite boss pockets R87 million after record-breaking year

Yesterday

  1. Oryx Properties proposes N$251m warehouse acquisition deal

    Oryx Properties has agreed to acquire a large industrial warehouse valued at N$251.2 million, with the deal subject to approval from the Namibian Competition Commission and other conditions. The transaction could materially impact the price of the company's listed units.

    6 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Monday 27 April

  1. Walvis Bay water supply cut Tuesday and Wednesday for meter replacement

    The Walvis Bay municipality will interrupt water supply on Tuesday and Wednesday between 08h00 and 17h00 to replace defective bulk flow meters at Mile 7. The interruption will affect specific residential and commercial areas on each day, with the town centre potentially experiencing low pressure during the work.

    27 April 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 2 March

  1. Windhoek vendors protest evictions and demand urgent city intervention

    Informal traders in Windhoek met with a city councillor to complain about evictions from trading spots in the CBD, harassment by city police, and lack of basic services despite paying monthly fees. Councillor Kavetu acknowledged the city's contradictory approach of approving traders while allowing police to remove them, and promised to address the matter urgently, including potentially writing off fines.

    2 March 2026 · New Era

Thursday 26 February

  1. Windhoek street vendors evicted, left without trading alternative

    Street vendors operating at Windhoek's Shoprite supermarket and taxi rank have been forcibly evicted by City Police following warnings to vacate the area. The vendors, who claim to hold valid permits and have paid the municipality, say they have no alternative legal trading spaces and face an uncertain future as they struggle to provide for their families.

    26 February 2026 · New Era

Wednesday 18 February

  1. Three arrested after stolen goods recovered in Ondangwa

    Police arrested three male suspects aged 24, 28, and 36 in connection with theft from a truck parked at Shoprite's receiving area in Ondangwa early Sunday. Officers recovered stolen merchandise worth N$5,750.54 from a shack in Onguta location, though two other suspects escaped.

    18 February 2026 · Informanté

Tuesday 17 February

  1. Kunene farmer shows agriculture thrives in dry conditions

    Aloe Agriculture Technologies in Sesfontein demonstrates that farming can flourish in Namibia's harsh Kunene region through modern irrigation, innovation, and careful planning. The operation supplies major retailers and farmer Johannes Swanepoel emphasizes that efficient farming methods and resilience can help Namibia reduce its food import dependence and strengthen food security.

    17 February 2026 · New Era

Saturday 10 January

  1. Lewis challenges Pepkor takeover in South African court

    The Lewis Group has taken its challenge against Pepkor's proposed takeover of Shoprite's furniture assets to South Africa's Constitutional Court, arguing the R3.2 billion deal would create market dominance and harm consumers through higher prices and worse credit terms. Pepkor contends Lewis lacks standing to intervene and that the challenge would discourage investors.

    10 January 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 7 January

  1. Parents struggle with back-to-school expenses in January

    As Namibian schools prepare to resume in early January, parents face significant financial pressure buying stationery and uniforms for their children, with some struggling despite lower prices. Teachers and parents stress the importance of advance planning and call on learners to take education seriously and respect their families' investments.

    7 January 2026 · New Era

Shoprite — Namibian press coverage · Namibia Minute