Why are Makro Stores Usually Outside City Centers?
Why are Makro stores usually outside city centers? It’s a question that sparks curiosity among South African shoppers navigating long drives for bulk deals. Makro’s 22 warehouse stores, often 10 km or more from urban hubs, save the company millions annually in land costs—up to 50% less than city-center plots. This isn’t just about saving […]
Which stores use PayJustNow? Here’s What You Need to Know
Which stores use PayJustNow? Picture this: 1.5 million South Africans splitting purchases into three interest-free payments at over 2,700 retailers. A new TV from Makro, sneakers from Puma, or tiles from CTM—no need to pay it all upfront. Shoppers pay a third today, another third next month, and the final third after that. Retailers, meanwhile, […]