simplifying compliance, driving community impact
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Spaza Shop owners!
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for all spaza shops and food-handling facilities to register with their municipalities. This isn’t just another rule—it’s a chance to protect your community, grow your business, and secure access to vital resources! With foodborne illnesses claiming lives across South Africa, now’s the time to show your customers you’re committed to their safety and well-being.
The Mission
To urgently prioritise the safety of consumers, whether the issue is food storage, sell-by dates, product legitimacy, or the storage of foodstuffs alongside hazardous materials that can contaminate food products.
The Vision
To ensure compliance, the President ordered that all spaza shops and food-handling facilities register with their respective municipalities as a priority.
What does this mean for you?
To keep your doors open & your business thriving, you need to:
- Register your spaza shop with your municipality by 28 February 2025.
- Prove your commitment to safe and lawful practices.
- Protect your customers and your community.
This process may sound intimidating, but we’ve got your back!
Introducing #SpazaConnect©
We know the challenges you face—long queues, endless paperwork, and unclear processes.
That’s why SALGA in collaboration with Siyakha created #SpazaConnect©, a digital solution that makes registration easier, faster, and stress-free.
With #SpazaConnect©, you’ll skip the confusion and get straight to business.
Why #SpazaConnect©?
A user-friendly form guides owners through the registration process step by step.
Owners can upload and validate documents directly on the platform.
Schedule municipal office visits with automated SMS reminders, and monitor the status of applications in real time.
Receive application updates and next steps through the platform.
Access assistance for complex cases via linked support services.
A barcode scanning feature verifies product authenticity, protecting businesses and consumers alike.
Why is compliance a game-changer?
Registering your spaza shop isn’t just about checking a box—it’s about unlocking endless opportunities!
And guess what? You don’t need to stress if your compliance documents aren’t ready yet. With #SpazaConnect©, we’ve got your back every step of the way. Let us help you get fully compliant and ready to grow your business; your success is our mission!
Show your community you’re committed to their safety.
Get funding to improve your shop with essentials like fire extinguishers, better shelving, and safety upgrades.
Learn about health and safety, food handling, and consumer protection.
Connect with other spaza shop owners and partners who share your vision for a stronger community.
Our Commitment to You
Through #SpazaConnect©, we’re taking a proactive approach to partner with government, businesses, and individuals to make South Africa safer, healthier, and more prosperous.
Our Commitment to You
Through #SpazaConnect©, we’re taking a proactive approach to partner with government, businesses, and individuals to make South Africa safer, healthier, and more prosperous.
#SpazaConnect© Support Center
Our Youth Connectors are on the ground to support with registration, document uploads, and guidance every step of the way.
Reach out to us for any inquiries related to the registration process, requirements, and #SpazaConnect© features.
Learn how you can collaborate to support spaza shops, enhance community safety, and drive growth in townships.
