Which business sector does Pick n Pay belong to?
Andrew Campbell
Updated on January 10, 2026
retail business
Pick n Pay is a retail business in the fast-moving consumer goods industry. We operate through multiple store formats under three brands – Pick n Pay, Boxer and TM Supermarkets – and have the largest online grocery business in Africa.
What is Pick n Pay known for?
Pick ‘n Pay Stores Ltd. is South Africa’s leading food, clothing, and general merchandise retailer. The Cape Town-based company has long been a champion of “consumer sovereignty,” focusing primarily on the discount retail market.
Is Pick n Pay a private or public company?
Pick n Pay is the second largest supermarket chain store in South Africa, and was established in 1967….Pick n Pay Stores.
| Type | Public |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Founded | 1967 |
| Headquarters | Kenilworth, Cape Town, South Africa |
| Number of locations | 1,628 (968 company-owned and 660 franchised) |
Who is Pick n Pay target market?
The target markets are middle- to lower-income urban, peri-urban and rural communities of South Africa and Eswatini. All stores are located close to public transportation hubs and have a welcoming market-style atmosphere.
Who is Shoprite owner?
The Shoprite Group does not have one owner as it is owned by a big number of different shareholders. However, the company has some key people. Pieter Engelbrecht is the current Shoprite CEO who assumed office on January 1st, 2017.
Who is the biggest retailer in South Africa?
Largest Retailers in South Africa with Revenue Rankings
- ShopRite Holdings is Africa’s largest food retailer.
- Pick n Pay is the second largest supermarket chain store in South Africa.
- Woolworths Holdings Limited (not to be confused with the now-defunct American W.F.
Who is Ackermans owned by?
Pepkor
AckermansIndustry Retail Products Clothing, clothing accessories, footwear, homeware, cellular, financial services Revenue R 5 billion (2012) Number of employees 3,622 Parent Pepkor
