Walmart’s Great Value Instant Noodles are building more than market share in South Africa; they’re also advancing local empowerment through a partnership with The Noodle Factory, the country’s first independent instant noodle manufacturer.
Key Takeaways
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Local empowerment and job creation: The Noodle Factory, now employing over 300 people — 95% women — demonstrates how local manufacturing drives meaningful employment and skills development.
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Skill-building and financial growth: Comprehensive employee training and financial literacy programs equip workers for long-term economic independence.
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Sustainable partnership model: Walmart’s Supplier Development Programme fosters scalable, community-rooted businesses that blend quality, affordability, and social progress.
