By Siyanda Mthethwa

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) -Walmart opened its first store in South Africa on Saturday, marking the U.S. retail giant’s debut on the African continent as it seeks a stake in a competitive market.

More than a hundred shoppers queued for hours outside the store to take advantage of Walmart’s “Everyday Low Prices” and shop international products that are not easily available in South Africa such as designer counter-top air fryers by Drew Barrymore, Labubu dolls and Dr.Pepper sodas.

“I’m actually here for a specific product that you can’t really get in South Africa….it’s a children’s toy, Labubu,” Refilwe Mabale, told Reuters.

Some, like Tshepo Rambau, were hoping to snap up deals during Black Friday weekend. The 44-year-old told Reuters while standing in the queue that he

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