25/03/2020
UPDATE: Takealot is continuing to negotiate and talk to the government and decision-makers to gain permission to continue operations during the period. We are hoping for a positive outcome and we will keep everyone updated on the progress and final decision. We believe that there're many who have not had adequate time to prepare in terms of getting the necessary tech gadgets to enable all to work from home. In this spirit we also advocate for an extended operating period in helping to get the country operational and in case some need to replace some of these devices and machines.
South Africa's biggest online shopping site, Takealot.com, hopes to keep operating through the three-week Covid-19 lockdown, which starts on Friday.