New Checkers stores on the cards for South Africa, coming after a R10 billion market

• Shoprite is discussing launching a new store format in South Africa, focused on children’s toys to expand its market.
• The store would operate as a standalone store under the Checkers banner, which is part of the Shoprite group.
• The new dedicated toy store chain would focus on popular brands, such as Lego, and would be one of several options being evaluated by the company.