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President Ramaphosa Announces New Regulations for Spaza Shops to Combat Foodborne Illness Crisis in South Africa

November 10, 2024
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President Ramaphosa Announces New Regulations for Spaza Shops to Combat Foodborne Illness Crisis in South Africa
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  • President Cyril Ramaphosa, speaking at the Umgababa community imbizo, announced a new proclamation to regulate spaza shops nationwide, addressing the surge in foodborne illnesses and deaths.
  • Recent incidents, including the tragic deaths of several children after consuming contaminated food from spaza shops, prompted the intervention.
  • The Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) will lead this initiative, enforcing stricter guidelines on food storage, hygiene, and quality assurance for spaza shops.

In response to a troubling increase in foodborne illnesses and fatalities, particularly affecting children in South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa has taken decisive action by approving a new national regulation for spaza shops. This proclamation, announced at the presidential community imbizo in Umgababa, south of Durban, will introduce strict food safety standards for these shops, aiming to address critical health risks.

The new regulations, to be enforced by the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), come after a series of devastating incidents where contaminated food from spaza shops was linked to illness and death, especially among school-aged children. Addressing the community, Ramaphosa expressed deep concern, highlighting the need to prevent further loss of life. “Spaza shops have been operating recklessly, and this needs to change,” he stated, stressing that poor food safety practices are endangering communities, especially in areas lacking immediate access to healthcare.

COGTA’s proposed regulations will enforce proper food storage, hygiene standards, and regular quality checks at spaza shops, many of which serve as primary food suppliers in their communities. Inspections, penalties for non-compliance, and public awareness initiatives are key components of the government’s plan. Ramaphosa emphasized that this move is not only about regulation but also about safeguarding public health: “Too many lives have been lost unnecessarily… This is not just a policy; it is a commitment to protecting the health and well-being of our children.”

As the South African government takes this significant step, the aim is to establish safer community food sources, thereby addressing a public health crisis that has profoundly affected vulnerable populations.

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