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Retailers focus on educational wins

Over and above the expected 'back to school' specials, Shoprite and Checkers are giving back through their educationally-minded initiatives of 'Class of 2016' and 'Feed a Child, Nourish a Mind'. Here's how.

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The Shoprite Group is proving its belief that education is the foundation for future entrepreneurship and equipping the youth to unlock their potential through initiatives that offer consumers the lowest prices and best value on Back To School items, while also facilitating learning.

Feed a child, nourish a mind

Proper nutrition leads to better learning and clearer thinking. With over 4-million school children affected by hunger in SA every day, Checkers partnered with The Lunchbox Fund to develop a special exam pad. Each R10 purchase of the product will provide a nutritional, hot meal for a schoolchild in need.

Class of 2016

For the past decade, Shoprite stores have sponsored school fees for hundreds of learners through its annual 'Class Of...' competition.

The initiative is set to continue in the new year, with every one of Shoprite's 420 South African stores providing a learner with free education for a full year through its 'Class of 2016' competition.

'Class of 2016' entry forms are available in stores. Entrants just have to write a short essay or draw a picture, depicting what they want to be when they grow up. Click here for more on the competition.

Back to School savings

A number of top stationery items are on offer at Shoprite and Checkers stores, including school shoes retailing for as little as R59.99 and a wide range of branded merchandise. Click here to view the Shoprite Back to School catalogue and click here to view the Checkers Back to School catalogue.