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Ackermans
South African clothing retail company From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Ackermans is a South African chain of clothing retail stores. Founded in 1916 in Wynberg, Cape Town, Ackermans has over 700 stores across Southern Africa, including in Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho and Eswatini,[3] and is headquartered in Kuilsrivier near Cape Town.
In 2015 Ackermans was rated the second best clothing store by the South African Consumer Satisfaction Index.[4][5]
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History
Ackermans began in 1916 when Gus Ackerman opened the very first store in Wynberg, Cape Town, South Africa.[6]
In 1960, Ackermans was sold to Greatermans.[7]
in 1970, Ackermans was sold to Edgars who maintained its successful price discounter position.[8]
In 1984, Pepkor acquired Ackermans. At the time, there were 34 stores across the country.[citation needed]
By the turn of the century Ackermans grew to over 200 stores across Southern Africa. By the end of the 2002/2003 financial year their stores numbered 284.
Today, with more than 450 stores in Southern Africa, the business is set to exceed R5 billion in turnover.[9][1] 2024 Ackerman's has achieved more than 1000 store and has more employees who are dedicated to there job. That would be making their customers first priority
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