Mall of Africa Expands Retail Mix With Global Labels and Local Talent
Mall of Africa Expands Retail Mix With Global Labels and Local Talent. Mall of Africa has strengthened its retail offering with a series of new store openings and relocations, introducing a mix of international fashion houses and homegrown brands. The latest changes form part of the centre’s continued effort to deliver a curated shopping environment that blends global appeal with local creativity.
Luxury fashion features prominently among the additions. Coach has opened a boutique positioned opposite BOSS and Michael Kors, presenting a selection of the brand’s recognised handbags and leather accessories. Close by, Kate Spade New York has launched its first store in South Africa, bringing its well known design style to shoppers seeking an in person retail experience.
Emporio Armani has also reopened in a new space within the mall, with the updated store drawing inspiration from the brand’s Milan flagship. Lacoste has introduced a flagship store in the Crystal Court, offering a refreshed interpretation of its sport inspired aesthetic. A revamped BOSS store, now one of the brand’s largest in the country, further strengthens the fashion line up. United Colors of Benetton has also joined the mall, adding its Italian design identity to the retail mix.
Local and lifestyle brands form another key part of the expansion. Silki Skincare has transitioned from a SOOK pop up into a permanent store, where customers can access skincare consultations and analysis. Old School, founded by two brothers, has opened with its range of supporter gear and retro influenced apparel that reflects sporting culture.
Families can explore Kids Around, which offers children’s fashion from newborn to 16 years across a selection of international labels. Outdoor brand The North Face has also opened a store at the mall, while Diadora has introduced its range of lifestyle and performance apparel and footwear.
On the food front, Pantry by Marble has launched its first pop up, serving coffee, snacks and sweet and savoury items designed for shoppers on the move.
Yasmeen Lorgat, general manager of Mall of Africa, said the new stores reflect a deliberate blend of global names, local businesses and fresh retail ideas aimed at keeping each visit engaging for shoppers.
The centre said the updates span fashion, beauty, sport and food categories, broadening choice across different shopper interests. Recent relocations have also created upgraded store environments for several brands, aligning with the mall’s ongoing repositioning of selected spaces to support evolving retail formats and customer expectations. Mall of Africa confirmed the changes are complete.
