24 November 2023



The Shoprite Group this week opened a Checkers supermarket, Checkers Outdoor, Little Me, and Petshop Science all in a single day at De Zwartland Werf shopping centre in Malmesbury, Western Cape, creating 114 new jobs. 

Customers can now experience exceptional quality and convenience through several in-store fresh food and service departments at Checkers De Zwartland Werf, that include: 

  • A Meat Market with free range chicken and restaurant-quality steak;
  • An in-store Krispy Kreme;
  • A bakery with artisan breads and cakes;
  • A wine section;
  • A sushi bar;
  • Fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers;
  • Exclusive private label brands such as Forage and Feast and Simple Truth;
  • Hot and cold foods deli; and
  • A Money Market counter.

Inside a Checkers supermarket store. Customers can now experience exceptional quality and convenience through several in-store fresh food and service departments at Checkers De Zwartland Werf in Malmesbury.

Checkers Outdoor is the go-to destination for adventurers looking for quality camping, braai and outdoor essentials at excellent value. The specialist store stocks a selection of trusted brands conveniently located under one roof, including Weber, Traeger, Big Green Egg, Snomaster, Coleman, Conti, Victorinox and the Checkers private label Bush Baby.

Petshop Science features everything pet owners could want or need, including food, treats and toys from premium brands like Hills, Royal Canine, Ultra Dog, Rogz and Nandoe.


Three ladies in their work uniforms. More jobs created in Malmesbury as the Shoprite Group opened four new stores, including its destination baby store, Checkers Little Me.

Checkers Little Me offers parents an extensive range of baby and toddler products all under one roof, from essentials such as nappies and food to big ticket items like car seats and strollers, Little Me has it all, including specialist in-store employees to help customers make the best choices for their little ones.   

Trading hours are Mondays to Sundays from 08:00 – 18:00.