South Africa, Sept. 9 -- It also follows Walmart's first Growth Summit held in April, which featured suppliers from 12 countries across the continent with incredible innovations and products made, grown or assembled in Africa. The event resulted in the recruitment of small and medium-sized Africa-based suppliers.

Kath McLay, Walmart International president and CEO, says, "Walmart's South African stores will offer a wide range of merchandise, including fresh groceries, household essentials, apparel and technology. Walmart also will offer a variety of locally sourced products. By partnering with South African suppliers and entrepreneurs, Walmart will bring its signature Every Day Low Prices and global standards to the market, while celebra...