A Small Oversight Can Shut Doors
Recent food poisoning scares have highlighted the devastating impact of non-compliance. Following these incidents, President Cyril Ramaphosa has mandated that all spaza shops, tuck shops, and food-handling businesses must register and meet health standards or face closure. The stakes have never been higher.
Why Compliance Matters:
- Customers Are at Risk: Food poisoning incidents can ruin lives and destroy your reputation in an instant.
- Your Store Can Be Closed: Municipalities now have the authority to shut down non-compliant businesses on the spot.
This isn’t just about rules—it’s about protecting the people who trust you with their meals. When you prioritize compliance, you safeguard your business, your team’s jobs, and your customers’ health.
What You Need:
- A valid Certificate of Acceptability (COA) to ensure your food preparation areas meet hygiene standards.
- A Trading License to legally operate your business.
Act Now: Don’t wait for authorities to act—be proactive. Compliance is your responsibility, but you’re not alone.
Compliance isn’t about ticking boxes; it’s about building trust, ensuring safety, and protecting what matters most—your customers and your future.
*Starting price, this can vary according to the Municipality fee for the area your store is in.
*Starting price, this can vary according to the Municipality fee for the area your store is in.
*Starting price, this can vary according to the type of store the license is required for.
