America’s Dunkin’ Brands Inc has signed a franchise agreement with Grand Parade Investments Ltd to open more than 250 Dunkin’ Donuts and more than 70 Baskin-Robbins food shops in South Africa, focusing on Cape Town and Johannesburg.
The leading US brand also said it would launch Baskin-Robbins ice creams at South African supermarket chains and convenience stores.
“As we continue our global expansion of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, we are delighted to work with GPI to bring both brands to South Africa,” Bill Mitchell, President, Dunkin’ Brands International, said in a statement.
“GPI has a wealth of experience in the local restaurant and retail industry, and a strong focus on operational excellence. We look forward to supporting GPI in their efforts to make Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins available to a growing number of customers in South Africa in the years ahead.”
– African News Agency (ANA)