if woolworth in south Africa is not a part of marks and Spencer how can they sell the same brand?

Woolworths in South Africa operates independently from Marks & Spencer, but they have a licensing agreement that allows them to sell certain Marks & Spencer products under the M&S brand. This arrangement enables Woolworths to offer a selection of M&S food and clothing items while maintaining their own brand identity. Such partnerships are common in retail, allowing companies to leverage established brands without direct ownership.