RETAILS.co.za Hosts Year-End Online Pop-Up Market to Empower Small Businesses, Drive Digital Sales, and Promote Sustainable Growth

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RETAILS.co.za Hosts Year-End Online Pop-Up Market to Empower Small Businesses, Drive Digital Sales, and Promote Sustainable Growth

Johannesburg, South Africa – As South Africans gear up for the festive shopping season, RETAILS.co.za is proud to announce its Year-End Online Pop-Up Market, a groundbreaking event designed to empower urban, semi-urban, township and rural small businesses by giving them an unprecedented opportunity to reach thousands of online shoppers. Running from November 05, 2024, to January 5, 2025, this virtual market will allow small businesses to showcase their products and services during the country’s peak shopping periods, including Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Christmas, and the year-end bonus season. Unboxing local has never been so lekker.

RETAILS.co.za, a proudly South African online marketplace, was founded to address the unique challenges faced by small businesses in accessing digital markets. By offering an affordable, user-friendly platform with sustainable market access, RETAILS.co.za is transforming the way local small businesses connect with national audiences. The Year-End Online Pop-Up Market is designed to elevate these entrepreneurs at a time when consumer spending is at its highest.

Boosting Sales and Brand Exposure for Small Businesses

With an estimated weekly traffic of over 100,000 unique visitors and daily sales projections of R500 – R2,500 per seller, the Year-End Online Pop-Up Market offers unparalleled exposure for local businesses. Consumers are increasingly looking for local products and sustainable alternatives, and this event provides a curated platform where they can directly support small businesses from across South Africa. By participating in this online pop-up, sellers will not only experience increased holiday sales but also set themselves up for continued growth and visibility in 2025 and beyond.

Empowering Economic Development and Environmental Sustainability

RETAILS.co.za remains deeply committed to environmental sustainability. In addition to offering digital market access, RETAILS.co.za plans to plant trees in over 500 townships across South Africa, promoting green spaces and contributing to the global fight against climate change. This dual commitment to economic development and environmental responsibility positions RETAILS.co.za as a leader in sustainable business practices.

A Call to Government, Corporate Partners, and Consumers

RETAILS.co.za is calling on government agencies, corporate partners and general public to join this initiative and support South Africa’s small business ecosystem, For government and corporates, encourage your employees to spend their rands wisely by buying local. By partnering with RETAILS.co.za, government bodies and corporations can actively contribute to local economic development, digital inclusion, and job creation, while also meeting their social responsibility goals.

“South Africans have a unique opportunity this year to make every purchase count,” said Zanele A., Director, ZA Creative and Co-Founder, RETAILS.co.za. “By shopping locally, they’re supporting job creation, community development, and environmental sustainability. This isn’t just holiday shopping—it’s investing in the present economy and future growth of South Africa.”

Key Details of the Year-End Online Pop-Up Market

• Dates: November 05, 2024 – January 5, 2025
• Location: Online at www.RETAILS.co.za
• Featured Events: Black Friday, Cyber Monday, month-end shopping, Christmas, and holiday sales
• Special Features: Giveaways, Massive Discount, Product listing support for sellers, sustainable packaging options, and consumer incentives for local purchases.
• Registration: Free, Ts & Cs apply.

About RETAILS.co.za

RETAILS.co.za is South Africa’s leading online marketplace dedicated to promoting small businesses in urban, semi-urban, townships and rural areas. With a commitment to economic inclusion and environmental sustainability, RETAILS.co.za offers an affordable and accessible platform where local sellers can thrive. Our mission is to empower South African small businesses by providing transformative digital access to markets.

RETAILS.co.za is the intellectual property of ZA CREATIVE AND PROJECTS (PTY) LTD. A 100% black female-owned, level 1 BBBE dynamic company with over two decades of industry experience. We provide innovative technology products and services and comprehensive digital marketing services for high-growth private and public institutions in South Africa and the rest of Africa.

For Media Inquiries, Contact:

Zanele A.
Director, ZA Creative and Co-Founder, RETAILS.co.za
zanele@zacreative.co.za / info@retails.co.za

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