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Woolworths strategic pivot toward food division

Overview

Woolworths is shifting its strategic focus toward its food division to address retail pressures and changing consumer spending patterns. In South Africa, the company reported a 5.7% growth in food turnover and concession sales for the 52 weeks ending June 28, 2026. CEO Sam Ngumeni indicated that the group is moving to “unlock greater value” by reorienting around its market-leading food business, which accounted for 66.5% of total turnover.

To support this pivot, the retailer has expanded its premium food offerings in South Africa with new specialty products. In Australia, the company is emphasizing sustainable supply chains through a long-standing partnership with grower Flavorite, utilizing advanced glasshouse technology and circular water management to deliver fresh produce to shelves quickly.

Entities

Sam Ngumeni · Woolworths · Chan Pillay · ShopRite · BIG W

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Woolworths expands food offerings and sustainable supply chains

    Woolworths is strengthening its food division through new product launches in South Africa and a long-term sustainable produce partnership with Australian grower Flavorite.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Woolworths pivots strategy toward food amid retail pressure

    Woolworths is refocusing its strategy on its food division to navigate retail pressures and shifting consumer spending, reporting growth in South African food sales and maintaining a strong market position in.

Sources

capetownetc.com · hortidaily.com · raskmedia.com.au