One year after its launch in South Africa ... items, such as inverters and batteries, have also drawn attention because they are affordable compared to local alternatives. Despite Temu’s ...

However, South Africa’s de minimis was set at R0 at the time, meaning no imported items were exempted from taxes. A source with close knowledge of Shein and Temu’s practices told MyBoadband ...

Shein had been available locally for some time before Temu launched in the country in January 2024, and early last year, the platforms experienced such a surge in orders from South Africa that its ...

South African ... tax on all Shein and Temu orders, creating a more even playing field. Local industry groups, including the National Clothing Retail Federation of South Africa and the Southern ...

"We are incredibly grateful for the trust and support from our consumers in South Africa, a vibrant and dynamic market," said a Temu spokesperson. "As we celebrate our first anniversary here ...

Temu is a top Apple recommended app of 2024, and has one of the most visited e-commerce websites in the world. In South Africa, the platform commands customer loyalty, with 77% of users saying they ...

JOHANNESBURG, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- One year after its launch in South Africa, Temu has quickly gained popularity among consumers, with 1 in 3 South African respondents having used the ...