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Takealot Group launches TFS to transform South Africa's supply chain industry
Takealot Group has launched Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS) a standalone business unit that integrates the Group's logistics, courier, on-demand, supply chain and international freight capabilities under one trusted brand. This strategic expansion signals Takealot Group's vision to evolve from South Africa's e-commerce leader into Africa's most trusted tech-driven fulfilment partner. Central to this is the launch of TFS's full-service global freight capabilities this week – enabling businesses to simplify importing and exporting goods and opening new opportunities for international trade. "TFS is a transformative service designed to empower businesses, improve delivery experiences for consumers and connect communities in meaningful ways," says Frederik Zietsman, CEO of Takealot Group. "Built on Takealot's proven systems, TFS offers smart, integrated solutions that simplify and enhance every step of the delivery process – from first mile to last." End-to-end solutions for businesses of all sizes TFS intends to support a wide range of customers including established retailers, startups and even individuals in need of affordable logistics services. "Our focus is to enable businesses to scale with confidence, deliver a world-class experience to consumers and connect individuals seamlessly," says Francois Retief, CEO of TFS. "TFS offers tailored solutions to address every aspect of logistics – from global freight forwarding and warehousing to meeting the growing demand for on-demand delivery services." 'Our aim is to support businesses in their growth journey, enhance consumer experiences and foster seamless connections,' says Francois Retief, CEO of TFS. 'TFS offers tailored solutions to address every aspect of logistics – from global freight forwarding and warehousing to meeting the growing demand for on-demand delivery services.' These services draw on Takealot Group's maturing logistics infrastructure, which combines advanced technology, customer-first service design and scalable operations. This network is designed to help businesses collaborate more effectively, enabling opportunities for cost efficiencies and optimised delivery times. Prepared for the future of logistics TFS is designed to help Takealot Group drive innovation in logistics. As trust in digital transactions grows, TFS provides South African businesses with tools to navigate a fast-evolving digital commerce landscape. By simplifying logistics and providing scalable solutions, it aims to reduce logistical barriers for businesses, support entrepreneurs in growing their operations and enhance convenience in customer deliveries. Retief says: "TFS is about creating a seamless fulfilment experience for businesses, consumers and communities alike. By leveraging a scalable and dependable logistics ecosystem, TFS helps businesses unlock growth and reach new markets – both locally and internationally." About Takealot Group Takealot Group's purpose is to change lives for the better through e-commerce. The Takealot Group operates a diversified ecosystem comprising (the leading general merchandise ecommerce platform in South Africa), Mr D (only local on-demand platform offering restaurants, groceries, and shops), TakealotMORE (only cross-platform e-commerce subscription loyalty programme in South Africa), and Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (largest scale last mile delivery network with lowest cost and best service). The Takealot Group focuses on delighting customers and enabling inclusive growth by building South Africa's trusted e-commerce ecosystem.
Reuters
18-07-2025
- Business
- Reuters
South Africa's Takealot bets on Mr D to drive on-demand delivery expansion
JOHANNESBURG, July 18 (Reuters) - South African e-commerce company Takealot Group is ramping up on-demand delivery by repurposing its Mr D takeaway food platform to handle pet supplies, toys and other high-frequency purchase items in a bid to fend off growing competition. Mr D, which before the COVID-19 pandemic focused on doorstep food delivery, has been repositioning itself as a broader convenience marketplace, a strategy born out of desperation five years ago when restaurant operations were restricted. As competition intensifies in the e-commerce sector of Africa's most developed economy - with the notable arrival of Amazon (AMZN.O), opens new tab last year - Mr D is leveraging the shift to attract more customers and expand its market share. Takealot Group, which is owned by technology investment group Naspers (NPNJn.J), opens new tab, is betting big on Mr D to lead its next phase of growth as consumers demand more immediacy and convenience, its chief executive said. In addition to Amazon, it is going head-to-head against other international rivals like Uber Eats (UBER.N), opens new tab and local players Shoprite (SHPJ.J), opens new tab, Checkers Sixty60, and Pick n Pay ASAP! "Pets is one big category we're going to expand quite aggressively on. And it's not just pets. It's speciality pet food delivered on demand," Frederik Zietsman, Takealot Group CEO, told Reuters in an interview. Mr D also recently launched a partnership with Toy Kingdom, activating 24 stores nationally for on-demand delivery. Zietsman said the company's strategy is to work with well-known retail brands that lack the logistics and digital infrastructure to offer their own rapid delivery service. "We've got a clear vision of what that will be in terms of what categories come next," he added. "We look at, for example, is there a play in DIY? Is there a play in pharmacy? Is there a play in sports or baby? Like, what are those things that you truly appreciate on demand?" Food still forms a major part of Mr D's product categories, but a bulk of that 70% share is composed of groceries delivered through a partnership with retailer Pick n Pay (PIKJ.J), opens new tab. The strategy is to have a 50-50 split between food and other non-food categories in the next five years, Zietsman said. ($1 = 17.6773 rand)
