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Spaza shop compliance: Deadline extended to end of February

Spaza shop registration deadlines have been extended and MCLM sends an important reminder for small business owners.

A sense of ease has prevailed across the country as the Minister of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velenkosini Hlabisa, announced an extension of the spaza shop and business registration process to February 28.

The announcement was made recently in consultation with President Cyril Ramaphosa to allow business owners additional time to ensure compliance.

According to MCLM communications officer Refilwe Mahlangu, to date, Mogale City has received a total of 777 business and licensing applications.

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”Business owners who have not yet complied are urged not to wait until the extension deadline but to promptly visit the Local Economic Development offices to submit their application.”

The minister also stressed that municipalities must follow a strict procedure before issuing trading licenses. Environmental health inspectors and regulators will be dispatched to check the business location and inspect the food-related business to ensure eligibility to trade and verify that the spaza shop and business comply with all the required health standards.

The minister further instructed municipalities to immediately shut down any spaza shops or businesses providing false information, engaging in fronting, or failing to meet health standards.

“Mogale City takes note of all the directives issued by the minister and in collaboration with its Public Safety and other partners, will ensure alignment in its efforts to ensure full compliance,” Refilwe added.

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