Amazon has officially launched its online marketplace, Amazon.co.za, in South Africa. This move marks Amazon’s first direct e-commerce venture on the African continent. The South African digital marketplace, valued at around $3 billion, is growing rapidly. Amazon promises same-day and next-day deliveries across 20 product categories. They offer items from both local and international brands. […]
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