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Viola Motsumi, the North West Education MEC, has assured the family of Ogone Sedupelele that an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the Grade 3 learner's tragic death at GJ Podile Primary School is underway.
The MK Party has condemned the ANC government's new R500 million Spaza Shop Support Fund as a reactive election ploy that fails to address the recent food safety crisis in township communities.
The fund, aimed at empowering and skilling South African-born spaza shop owners and other food handling businesses with training, skills, and funds to inject into their business, comes after spaza shop owners were given until February 28 to register their businesses following a wave of food-borne fatalities in Soweto and other parts of the country.
South African-born spaza shop owners are encouraged to cease leasing their businesses to undocumented immigrants, as a new R500 million support fund is introduced to empower local entrepreneurs.
Government ministers have unveiled a R500 million Spaza Shop Support Fund in Soweto, urging South African shop owners to stop leasing properties to undocumented immigrants. The initiative aims to return the township economy to local hands through financial support and skills development, with Minister Ndabeni-Abrahams revealing that only 53% of registered spaza shops are South African-owned.
Thousands of spaza shops in South Africa are closing due to stringent registration requirements imposed by Cogta.
This fund, a joint effort by government departments, provides financial support to spaza shops and convenience stores essential to local communities.
The Department of Small Business Development has unveiled DSBDConnect, a groundbreaking digital platform designed to support legitimate spaza shops and combat illegal businesses. With a substantial R500 million support fund, this initiative aims to enhance food safety and promote regulatory compliance across South Africa.
Minister Parks Tau has unveiled the R100 billion Draft Transformation Fund aimed at empowering black-owned businesses, now open for public comment until May 7
South African spaza shop owners can now access grants up to R50,000 and blended financing up to R300,000 through a new government stimulus fund aimed at revitalising township economies, Small Business Development Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams announced.
City of Tshwane urges unregistered spaza shops to comply with regulations to avoid fines, highlighting the importance of compliance for businesses.
The Operation Dudula Movement has partnered with Professional Unity of South Africa (PROFSA) in its bid to hold President Cyril Ramaphosa and his administration accountable for the death of more than 24 children who have died due to consumption of snacks from local spaza shops.
Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams on Sunday announceds a new initiative to assist spaza shops with financial support and training to improve their operations.
The minister further stated that any spaza outlet operating without the necessary paperwork would be closed and the owner would be charged as of Saturday.
South Africa's food safety regulations are under scrutiny as devastating food-borne illness outbreaks claim lives and hospitalise hundreds, prompting urgent calls for reform
Small business owners face crucial Friday deadline as Minister Hlabisa announces strict enforcement measures, while revealing R500 million support package for compliant enterprises. Urgent action required to avoid illegal operation status from March 1.
Thousands of South African spaza shop owners are racing against time to meet Friday's registration deadline, with many facing bureaucratic hurdles, alleged corruption, and complex compliance requirements. Some businesses already report financial strain and possible closure as the government's new regulations, implemented after last year's tragic food poisoning incidents, take effect.
Dramatic footage emerges of illegal occupants attempting to break into a sealed government building in Johannesburg CBD, as authorities intensify crackdown on unauthorised occupation and trading.
KwaZulu-Natal municipalities urge spaza shop owners to register their businesses by February 28, as failure to do so may result in penalties.
South African Poultry Association has raised warning flags South Africa is facing a grave risk from the potential spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.
The City of Tshwane urges spaza shop and food outlet owners to register their businesses by February 28 to avoid penalties and ensure compliance.
The City of Tshwane urges spaza shop and food outlet owners to register their businesses by February 28 to avoid penalties and ensure compliance.
The eThekwini Municipality warns spaza shops and food handling businesses to register by February 28 or face fines
Authorities uncover expired baby formula and unsanitary conditions in Khayelitsha spaza shops during a joint operation, raising serious health concerns.
Parents call for probe into daughter’s death