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In a year punctuated by an economic meltdown, the Shoprite Group’s commitment to its small suppliers have enabled these businesses to access new consumer markets and to retain much-needed jobs.
The Group works closely with SMEs to give them important access to the market. It continues to prioritise its support for black, woman-owned suppliers and create jobs.
Portia M
For Portia Mngomezulu, the creator of Portia M skincare and cosmetics, the relationship with Shoprite has helped her grow her business significantly, from supplying a few stores in 2017 to 600 stores currently.
- Portia Mngomezulu, the creator of Portia M skincare and cosmetics
Toys With Roots
Mpumi Motsabi’s Toys With Roots, which supplies an exclusive range of African dolls, has gained access to market through its relationship with the Group.
- Mpumi Motsabi, founder of Toys With Roots
She says that the relationship has enabled the company to carry its message of self-love and affirmation “to many more people than it would have reached.”
The Group cultivates its relationship with suppliers by:
The Group prefers to build long-term relationships and help suppliers build their businesses in line with its own growth, strengthening supply chains across its areas of operation.
Watch: Mpumi Motsabi, founder of Toys With Roots, using her Rainbow Dolls to teach different languages