Majid Al Futtaim, the exclusive operator of Carrefour in Kenya, has launched a new outlet at Rhapta Promenade Mall in Westlands, Nairobi.
This move aims to enhance customer convenience and accessibility.
The store marks the sixth opening in the past year, underscoring the retailer’s ongoing expansion in Kenya, its investment in the local economy, and its efforts to bring services closer to its expanding customer base.
The new outlet is set to create over 45 direct job opportunities for Kenyans, adding to the existing workforce of more than 2,800 employees in the country.
In 2022 alone, Carrefour generated over 700 new direct jobs through its expansion activities.
Additionally, the retailer’s growth has benefited over 690 local farmers, SMEs, and manufacturers who supply goods, contributing to an impressive 99% local sourcing rate.
Regional Director for East Africa at Majid Al Futtaim Retail, Christophe Orcet remarked, “At Carrefour, we continuously work towards aligning our business operations with the socio-economic goals of Kenya’s development agenda. This enables us to boost national growth while significantly contributing to the local retail and food industry, where we have created employment opportunities for the local community and presented business growth avenues for local farmers, SMEs, and manufacturers.”
He further noted, “With the opening of the new store, our customers can shop high-quality, affordable products in their neighbourhood – a testament to our commitment towards ensuring accessibility and convenience, and providing seamless shopping experiences for our customers.”
The new store, which spans over 1,600 square metres, offers a broad selection of groceries, fresh produce, consumer goods, and essential household items, with over 11,500 products available.
It also includes Carrefour’s self-checkout service, designed to enhance convenience and expedite the checkout process for customers purchasing 15 items or fewer.
This service is now available in eight Carrefour stores across the country.
Majid Al Futtaim currently operates 27 Carrefour stores in Kenya, with 23 located in Nairobi and surrounding areas, three in Mombasa, and one in Kisumu.