Woolworths

Our WConnect business has evolved immeasurably since its inception more than a decade ago. It began as an in-store only hub that sold cell phones, and today, it is a registered trademark housing the entire Woolworths technology, gaming and handset business. Thanks for sharing, MyBroadband. Read the article online: https://lnkd.in/e2UyzExV

Each year, we host our Good Business Journey Week at HQ to bring our sustainability initiatives to life. It's an opportunity for our people to engage directly with key sustainability topics, see how it affects and improves our products, and learn from thought leaders in the industry. Esteemed Agri-Economist, Wandile Sihlobo, was back by popular demand with a keynote address and panel discussion about South Africa's agriculture. Interesting questions were raised around the effects of climate change on agriculture and the policy decisions affecting retailers. We were also joined by Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh, who shared reflections on the role South African corporates play in furthering social justice, providing insights into how our past, present and future look through, to borrow his language, a "transfigurative" lens. The topic on the final day was "The Real Cost of Fast Fashion", with Herman Pillay. It was a sobering talk that highlighted the challenges being faced by the apparel industry - particularly from a labour perspective - and how much work still needs to be done. Beyond panel discussions, GBJ Week is also home to an interactive expo where Woolies staff could learn to start a garden, get advice on sustainable finance, upcycle old denim, taste test our best fresh produce, meet our Living Soil community learning farmers, and so much more. GBJ Week 2025 has been a roaring success, we're already looking forward to next year! 💚

Woolies After Dark had its best week yet over Mother's Day. Customers ordered last-minute flowers and gifts through Uber Eats, and the deliveries were sourced locally from Woolies Foodstops at Engen 💐 Recently, News24 covered the success of our new delivery service. Read the article online: https://lnkd.in/dcXhrSYf

Our Chief Information Security Officer, Robert Bainbridge, met with Infosecurity Magazine to talk cybersecurity in the South African context. Rob warns against the allure of hype, and unpacks why taking work personally is important. 💻 Read the full article online: https://lnkd.in/etWDNC84

We’re on the lookout for driven individuals to join our SAICA TOPP Programme and complete your articles with Woolworths. If you’re working towards, or have already completed, your Post-Graduate Diploma in Accounting or Certificate in the Theory of Accounting (PGDA/CTA), this is your chance to gain valuable hands-on experience and build your expertise in retail finance. Ready to take the next step in your career? View the full role description in our job posts. Applications close Monday 19 May 2025 If you're interested in learning more, check out this video where some of our graduates and alumni share their experiences https://lnkd.in/dCknXPgJ

This World Tuna Day, we’d like to reaffirm our commitment to responsible sourcing and sustainability 💚 At Woolworths, we know how important it is to source tuna in a way that respects our oceans and marine life. That's why we're proud to be the only South African retailer to only sell pole and line caught canned tuna. This centuries-old method, using one pole, line, and hook per fish, minimises bycatch of other species such as dolphins, turtles, and sharks contributes to healthy ocean ecosystems and creates jobs to empower coastal communities. But that’s not all – our tuna is chilled on ice immediately after capture for ultimate freshness! It’s made from flaked whole loins, giving it that oh-so-succulent texture, and comes in a flavourful brine or vegetable oil for an irresistible taste. Find out more about our sustainable tuna journey: https://brnw.ch/21wSn1S

Nobuhle Jeza, a dedicated member of Thanda’s Household Gardening Programme, grows produce to support her household of nine, while tackling challenges like pests and water scarcity. Thanda is one of the organisations we support as part of our mission to see zero hunger become a reality by 2030 💚 Read more about Nobuhle's journey: https://lnkd.in/eTCRmk4d

Three years ago, we achieved a significant milestone: 100% of the cocoa used in our Woolworths-branded chocolate slabs, sweets, Chuckles, and our cocoa-containing products like breakfast cereals, milkshakes, ice creams, biscuits, and desserts, is responsibly sourced! This achievement reflects our commitment to responsible retailing and sustainable food production 🍫 💚 Read more about our responsibly sourced cocoa journey: https://lnkd.in/dSNgVx8s

Mpumelelo Sabelo, a young farmer from the Eastern Cape who is supported by the Siyazisiza Trust and Woolworths, is rooted in his community, and deeply connected to the land he farms with his siblings 💚 He is enhancing sustainable farming practices and selling extra produce while creating positive change for his family and community 🥕🥦 Read more about Mpumelelo's journey: https://brnw.ch/21wRTcb

🏆 Our social media team has hit a significant milestone: ONE MILLION followers on Instagram 🏆 To celebrate internally, the team shared thousands of cupcakes with everyone at HQ 🧁 The celebrations continue over on Instagram too. We are giving away a shopping spree - trolley dash style - worth R50 000! This is the first official Woolies Trolley Dash and the after-movie is bound to be exciting. Well done to the social team for reaching this goal, we look forward to celebrating 2 000 000 followers soon 😉