South Africa approves Woolworths and Shoprite Checkers deals
South Africa’s Competition Tribunal approved Woolworths’ acquisition of In2food Holdings and, with conditions, Shoprite Checkers’ purchase of Picardirebel stores.
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what happened
According to Newsmetry API, South Africa’s Competition Tribunal approved Woolworths (Pty) Ltd’s acquisition of In2food Holdings.
The tribunal also approved, subject to conditions, Shoprite Checkers (Pty) Ltd’s acquisition of liquor-store businesses trading as Picardirebel.
why it matters
The decisions show how South Africa’s competition regulator is handling two transactions in the food and retail sectors. The conditions may affect the completion of one of the deals.
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- SA's Competition Tribunal Approved Woolworths (Pty) Ltd's Acquisition Of In2food Holdings — Newsmetry API, 12 October 2026 at 17:12 UTC
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