Ackermans is a South African chain of

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stores. Founded in 1916 in Wynberg,

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, Ackermans has over 700 stores across

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, including in

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and

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, and is headquartered in

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near

. In 2015 Ackermans was rated the second best clothing store by the South African Consumer Satisfaction Index.

History

Ackermans began in 1916 when Gus Ackerman opened the very first store in Wynberg, Cape Town, South Africa. In 1960, Ackermans was sold to Greatermans. in 1970, Ackermans was sold to Edgars who maintained its successful price discounter position. In 1984,

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acquired Ackermans. At the time, there were 34 stores across the country. 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. 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

Awards

Ackermans have received many awards

References

{{reflist Companies based in Cape Town Retail companies established in 1916 Discount stores Clothing retailers of South Africa South African brands Can also have an cellphone store