South Africa

ActionSA Gauteng Youth Forum Calls for Transparency in Spaza Shop Permit Process

today21 November, 2024

Background

 

ActionSA Gauteng Youth Forum demands transparency and accountability from municipalities in issuing permits to spaza shop owners and vendors. President Cyril Ramaphosa has instructed spaza shops and vendors to register their businesses within 21 days, a move aimed at addressing the deadly foodborne illness outbreak in the country. ActionSA’s, Mologadi Modiba, says all applications made within the 21-day timeframe and beyond must be made public for scrutiny:

 

Written by: Leonard Witbeen