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In June 2011, Walmart acquired a majority stake in Massmart Holdings Limited, the leading African retailer of general merchandise, home improvement equipment and supplies. Founded in 1990, the Group comprises nine wholesale and retail chains, and one buying group, operating in 13 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa through the Group’s four operating divisions – Massdiscounters, Masswarehouse, Massbuild and Masscash. With headquarters in Johannesburg, Massmart has more than 28,000 associates. The Group’s brands - Game, Dion Wired, Makro, Builders Warehouse, Builders Express, Builders Trade Depot, CBW, Jumbo Cash and Carry and the Shield buying group - enjoy high recognition in their market segments and span a diverse and broad consumer base.

The president and CEO of Massmart is Grant Pattison.

Total retail units as of January 31, 2012: 347

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