With the general instability of the global economy, corporations like to play it safe; Walmart is an example of a multinational which is making a bold move. Acquiring South African grocery chain Massmart offered Walmart a safe foothold to prepare for the next step, which is continental expansion. - See more at: http://afkinsider.com/29296/walmarts-new-battleground-sub-saharan-africa/#sthash.xOVFiTkN.dpuf