Empower consumers to spot dangerous products and push for safer, regulated spaza shops in their communities.
The government’s efforts to regulate spaza shops have been long overdue because these informal stores are the cornerstone of local life.
One major problem is that many spaza shops work and operate under the radar, avoiding licensing and health inspections. Even after the registration of these spaza shops, local government will struggle to keep up, as the number of informal businesses will make it difficult to enforce standards across the board.
For community members, the combination of poverty and limited options means that these shops are often the only choice for necessities, even if they pose risks.But while we may blame the system, we must also look within our communities to understand what we can do to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Education is essential.
Empowering consumers can help reduce the likelihood of buying harmful products. At the same time, it is clear that local government must step up enforcement efforts and create structures that make it easier for spaza shop owners to become licensed and regulated.
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