Tag: Spaza shops

As more South Africans consider opening spaza shops, experts and business owners say success depends on compliance, planning, sound business practices and serving community needs.

Spaza shop owners looking to grow their businesses can apply for support through the Spaza Shop Support Fund. Launched in 2025 by the Department of Small Business Development (DSBD), the ...

SMEs remain the most exposed during protests because they rely heavily on daily cash flow and informal trading activity

Most funding institutions require businesses to be registered, tax compliant and supported by financial records and a clear business plan

Communities say they are tired of repeated promises as President Cyril Ramaphosa announces stronger enforcement on illegal immigration and spaza shop regulation

South Africa’s 2026 Small Business Development Budget Vote places SMEs at the centre of government’s economic recovery strategy

Government plans to formalise 11,000 informal businesses during the 2026/27 financial year, but traders and business organisations warn that rising compliance costs, licensing requirements and economic pressure could discourage small ...

Informal traders in South Africa play a crucial role in the economy, yet many struggle due to limited government support, rising costs, and lack of infrastructure

The Mpumalanga government is rolling out a wide-scale campaign to formalise township spaza shops to promote fair trade, improve safety and help informal businesses access government support. However, while officials ...

The People Economical Development Forum views the R500 million Spaza Shop Support Fund, which is aimed at building township and rural economies, as a lifeline for grassroots enterprises. Based in ...