Build With Kota Co.
A boldly South African QSR brand. Three flexible formats. A model built for scale.
Why Kota Co.?
The kota is one of South Africa's most loved everyday foods — and it remains one of the most under-branded categories in the formal QSR space. Kota Co. is here to change that.
We are building a disciplined franchise system around a product people already love, with the brand identity, operational standards and support infrastructure to back it.
Category Opportunity
A massively popular product with limited formal brand presence.
Scalable QSR Model
Built from the ground up for franchise replication.
Strong Brand Identity
Bold, consistent and proudly South African.
Flexible Formats
Three entry formats to match different locations and budgets.
Choose Your Format
Three flexible formats designed to fit different locations, footprints and investment levels.
Diner
From R950,000
Full-service format with sit-down seating and takeaway. Suited to high-traffic retail parks, community centres and suburban locations.
Kiosk
From R650,000
Compact takeaway unit optimised for malls, transport hubs and high foot-traffic locations. Lower infrastructure, faster setup.
Container
From R550,000
Flexible modular format that can be positioned in diverse locations. Lower entry cost with full Kota Co. brand standards.
Investment Overview
Indicative figures only. Formal disclosure provided during the application process.
| Item | Diner | Kiosk | Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Store setup & fitout | R950,000+ | R650,000+ | R550,000+ |
| Franchise fee | Advised on application | Advised on application | Advised on application |
| Working capital | Advised on application | Advised on application | Advised on application |
| Royalty | TBC | TBC | TBC |
| Marketing contribution | TBC | TBC | TBC |
All figures are indicative estimates. Formal investment disclosure provided during the application process.
Franchisee Support
Training
Comprehensive initial training covering operations, food preparation, standards and brand delivery.
Store Setup
Guidance through the full store setup process, from site assessment to opening day.
Branding
Full brand package including signage, packaging, uniforms and point-of-sale materials.
Operations
Documented systems, SOPs and operational standards to run your store to brand specification.
Ongoing Support
Regular field visits, performance reviews and direct access to the Kota Co. support team.
Marketing
Brand-level marketing and promotional support to drive awareness and footfall to your store.
Franchise Enquiry
Fill in the form below and a member of our franchise team will be in touch.
Join the brand helping shape the next chapter of the kota category.
Questions? Contact our team directly.