The Usave brand is based on the simple philosophy of ‘When we save, Usave’. The first store was opened in Stellenbosch in the Western Cape, in 2001, and the Group began expanding into Africa with these value-for-money stores by opening a Usave in Windhoek, Namibia, in 2002. The small-format stores allow for a greater penetration into previously underserved communities.
How we are adding value: Apart from everyday products and services, the Usave Ubrand and Savers private label ranges offer nutritional and cost-effective food to customers close to their homes.
While most Usave stores are small-format, some larger stores have been opened. The larger stores stock a broader range of products and also offer an in-house bakery and butchery. Other services include:
Computicket kiosks are available in selected Usave stores, allowing customers to buy tickets for various leisure and sporting events, as well as for travel requirements.
Money Market counters, to provide much-needed access to a number of financial services such as money transfers, utility payments, bus tickets and more.