News & Notifications

McDonald’s South Africa - Empowering Young Learners with a Better Future

Cape Town, South Africa – 24 January 2025. McDonald’s South Africa has donated Mi Desks to two primary schools in Cape Town to improve learning conditions for young students. This donation addresses the lack of proper school furniture, with Grade 1 learners currently writing on the floor.

Feb 24, 2025

McDonald’s South Africa Focuses on Sustainability Through Localised Supply Chains and Digital Innovation

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa –- McDonald’s South Africa is advancing sustainability efforts through localised supply chains, climate-conscious initiatives, and digital transformation, according to the company’s leadership. These actions align with global trends toward sustainable business practices while supporting both environmental and economic goals.

Feb 20, 2025

Leadership Changes at McDonald’s SA

After 29 wonderful years with McDonald's South Africa, including 15 years as CEO of McDonald’s South Africa, Greg Solomon and the company have mutually agreed that now is the right time for him to step down

Feb 14, 2025

McDonald's South Africa kicks off 2025 with affordable menu options and exciting breakfast updates

23 January 2025 – Johannesburg, South Africa – McDonald’s South Africa is helping customers beat the January blues with wallet-friendly menu options and an exciting new addition to its breakfast offering.

Jan 23, 2025

McDonald’s South Africa Honoured with Top Employer Recognition for 2025

Johannesburg, South Africa – McDonald’s South Africa has been certified as a Top Employer for 2025 by the prestigious Top Employers Institute, highlighting the company’s exceptional HR practices and its commitment to employee development and well-being.

Jan 20, 2025

McDonald’s South Africa continues to back Joburg Super Kings

Johannesburg, South Africa – McDonald’s South Africa is proud to announce its associate sponsorship of the Joburg Super Kings for the third season of the SA20 cricket league.

Jan 11, 2025

Grimace Bids Farewell to South Africa with a Cape Town celebration of Culture, Rugby, and Fun

Grimace Brings His Magic as Blitzboks Win Big

Dec 09, 2024

McDonald’s South Africa Turns Up the Festive Cheer for Families

Johannesburg, South Africa – 13 November 2024, this festive season, McDonald’s South Africa is creating joyful memories with exciting initiatives designed for families to celebrate together.

Nov 13, 2024

Something special is coming to South Africa!

Get ready for an unparalleled adventure filled with smiles and surprise experiences across Mzansi.

Oct 28, 2024

Exclusive Access to HSBC Cape Town Sevens Tickets with McDonald’s MyM SA App 24 hours before they are open to the general public

Tickets will be available exclusively on the MyM App starting Tuesday, 24 September 2024...

Sep 23, 2024

McDonald's Book Donations 2024

McDonald’s South Africa recognises that a change as little as reading a book can change a lot about a child’s future.

Sep 16, 2024

McDonald’s South Africa’s Women in Conversation highlights progress and challenges in the corporate space

McDonald’s South Africa recently held its bi-annual Women in Conversation event, themed “Balancing Corporate Success and Mental Wellbeing.”

Aug 16, 2024

McDonald’s South Africa Collaborates with CATHSSETA to Develop Workforce

McDonald’s South Africa (MSA) is collaborating with the Culture, Arts, Tourism, Hospitality, and Sport Sector Education and Training Authority (CATHSSETA) to train 1,400 unemployed youth through a Hospitality Learnership Programme.

Aug 13, 2024

Golf Day with a Purpose: Supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC)

Johannesburg, August 8, 2024 – The annual Red Socks Golf Day is being held today, raising significant funds for the continued operation of Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) South Africa.

Aug 08, 2024

Big Tasty Burger: Back by Popular Demand!

McDonald’s South Africa is thrilled to announce the return of the Big Tasty Burger to our menu, featuring its famous, delicious sauce that our customers have been craving.

Jul 19, 2024

McDonald’s South Africa’s advances its “Know Our Food” campaign

Today, McDonald’s South Africa and its suppliers emphasised its transparency journey aimed at educating customers about the quality and sustainability sourcing of its food.

Jun 25, 2024

New lactation centre for Baragwanath Hospital as RMHC celebrates 10-year milestone.

Ronald McDonald’s House Charities (RMHC) together with McDonald’s South Africa unveiled a new lactation centre at the Chris Hani Baragwanath

Jun 19, 2024

Official Opening of New Restaurant in Cape Town Station within the CBD 

Cape Town, 11 June 2024 – We are pleased to announce the official opening of our new restaurant, which began trading on December 4th, 2023.

Jun 11, 2024

McDonald’s South Africa Announces “Together Mzansi” Community Initiative at Andries Meyer Old Age Home

Johannesburg, South Africa – 16 May 2024 – McDonald’s South Africa is excited to demonstrate a special “Together Mzansi” community initiative that underscores its commitment to giving back and making a positive impact.

May 16, 2024

Celebrate Mom with Unforgettable Gifts and Special Treats!

10 May 2024, As Mother's Day approaches, it’s time to honour the extraordinary women in our lives who have played the role of a mother, whether by blood or by heart. At McDonald’s South Africa, we understand the importance of showing appreciation to these remarkable individuals who have guided us with their wisdom and love.

May 10, 2024

McDonald’s South Africa refers to the journey of its sustainably produced coffee as ‘The Power of the Bean.’

It is a story about overcoming challenges and retaining its promise to customers to promote environmental best practices and give back to community. Coffee’s popularity has a complex history marked by exploitative production practices that resulted in massive deforestation, intensive water waste, and environmental pollution.

Jan 18, 2024

A passion for flavor and quality

McDonald's is committed to delivering excellence in every cup of coffee we serve. We use only the highest quality Arabica coffee, renowned worldwide for its bold complexity and mesmerizing aroma.

Jan 11, 2024

McDonald's commitment to supporting sustainable coffee farming 

As a food brand which believes in quality ethically produced products, McDonald's South Africa is committed to promoting farming practices that protect the environment while giving back to local communities.

Jan 04, 2024

McDonald’s SA unlocks coffee sustainability through climate-smart agriculture

At McDonald’s South Africa, 'feel good coffee' isn't just about the premium quality coffee beans in every delightful cup of McCafé coffee;

Dec 29, 2023

McDonald's South Africa takes a Paradigm Shift Towards Sustainable Agriculture

In an era marked by increasing awareness of environmental concerns and a growing demand for corporate responsibility, McDonald's South Africa has emerged as one of the leading figures in the realm of sustainable agriculture.

Dec 19, 2023

Game On! Fuel Your Happiness

McDonald’s has partnered up with Goliath Gaming to bring you the best in EA gaming, so Buckle-up we’re about to take you for a ride. If you know any gamers, let them know we’re scouting for them and they could WIN amazing prizes.

Aug 23, 2023

McDonald’s SA celebrates women empowerment with FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading Women Summit

A core principle of the McDonald’s South Africa brand is empowering women across the board, and with its support of the 8th FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading Women Summit, the company is further entrenching itself as an equity powerhouse.

Mar 08, 2023

Meal Matchmaking

Find the Big Mac to your fries

Feb 14, 2023

Happy Readers (isi Zulu Edition)

Feb 03, 2023

McDonald’s South Africa launches Together Mzansi, a nation building initiative

Feb 02, 2023

McDonald’s APP Virtual Loyalty Cards

Sep 14, 2020

FAQ's on contactless delivery.

Sep 02, 2020

McDonald’s South Africa introduces a new simpler way to order your food

Aug 26, 2020

McDonald’s South Africa Donates 60 000 Burgers during the Month of May

McDonald’s South Africa will be donating 60,000 Burgers to people most in need during the month of May. That is 2,000 Burgers every day reaching the most vulnerable of society. McDonald’s SA will work through their NGO partner SA HARVEST, who has a widespread network of charity organizations that will benefit from receiving this food every day.

May 15, 2020

McDonald’s South Africa will only reopen a few restaurants for business via Delivery Service

In line with the National Directive for level 4 of the COVID-19 lockdown given by Government, as of Saturday, 2nd of May 2020, McDonald’s South Africa will only reopen some of its restaurants, serving customers via Delivery only.

May 07, 2020

McDonald’s wants you to ‘Know Our Food’

McDonald’s South Africa recently implemented a ‘Know our Food’ marketing project to help their consumers better understand just what actually goes into McDonald’s burgers and fries.

Feb 05, 2020

Know your food…

McDonald’s becomes more transparent about where their food comes from (plus you can ask them any of your burning questions)

Feb 05, 2020

McDonald’s encourages you to ‘Know Our Food’

How do you communicate effectively with customers when running a massive operation? McDonald’s South Africa has adopted an interesting strategy to create a more intimate relationship with its customers.

Feb 05, 2020

McDonald’s Know Our Food Platform

McDonalds places food safety as the highest priority in all its restaurants and remains committed to providing customers with the highest quality food that is prepared according to global and local best practice and standards.

Feb 05, 2020

McDonald’s SA – “Know Our Food”

For years my excuse for why it’s totally healthy to drink McDonald’s milkshakes, is because they’re made out of potato. And since potato is a vegetable, then the milkshake is obviously a vegetable, too. Right?

Feb 05, 2020

Orchids and Onions – Take a bow, McDonald’s

Because the issue of land is such a hot-button topic in the country at the moment, I tend to be drawn to anything – printed or visual – which looks at land and how it can be used productively.

Feb 05, 2020

Load Shedding

Don’t let power cuts ruin your day! These McDonald's restaurants below will be operational during load shedding

Jan 16, 2020