Mr Price appoints new director amid controversial R9.6 billion global expansion

• Mr Price has appointed Thetele Mashilwane as its newest independent non-executive director, effective from 2 September 2026.
• Mashilwane is a seasoned businesswoman with extensive experience in internal and external audit, holding executive positions at Clientéle, Tiger Brands, and other companies.
• The appointment comes amid controversy over Mr Price's R9.6 billion global expansion deal, which sparked skepticism from shareholders and led to a significant decline in the company's share price.