Africa's largest food retailer. In 2026: 51% of R&A Cellular (payments for informal traders) and acquisition of the Vida e Caffè coffee chain, for about ZAR 1bn in total. Strategic investor profile: excluded from matching.
Based on observed investment behaviour: 2 recorded deals
Fewer than three recorded deals: insufficient evidence to compare thesis and behaviour.
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Agreement announced on 1 September 2026, subject to regulatory approval.
Activity : Hospitality and catering
Instrument : Acquisition of the chain (about 400 owned and franchised cafés); about ZAR 1bn in total with R&A Cellular
South Africa's largest specialty coffee chain.
Source : sundaytimes.timeslive.co.zaN2 · Cross-checked (2+ outlets) · Other sources : IOL
Recent public deals: they say better than a thesis what the fund actually signs.
Control effective on 14 August 2026.
Activity : Payments and mobile money
Instrument : 51% stake; about ZAR 1bn in total with the Vida e Caffè acquisition, split not disclosed
Payment terminals and value-added services for the informal economy.
Why they invested
Source : bizcommunity.comN2 · Cross-checked (2+ outlets) · Other sources : Bloomberg
Shoprite Holdings invests across the following sectors: Retail & distribution, Fintech, and Tourism & hospitality, in the following areas: Southern Africa and South Africa. Check in 30 seconds whether your company fits these criteria.
