Formalising Kasi Businesses: A Key Step In Reducing Food Poisoning

A surge in fatal food-borne illnesses - known as food poisoning - has put Gauteng's informal businesses in the spotlight.

To tackle the issue, Gautengs Department of Health and Department of Economic Development jointly launched a campaign recently, urging township businesses to formalise and improve food safety practices.

This initiative aims to empower small-scale vendors with the tools and knowledge needed to ensure the food they serve is not only tasty, but safe.

During the Qondis' isishishini lakho Fix Your Business campaign in Ekurhuleni, MEC for Economic Development, Lebogang Maile emphasised the necessity of providing informal enterprises with knowledge and tools to help them improve their operations, particularly in terms of food safety and handling.

The campaign promotes formalisation as a means of improving financial prospects, market access, and compliance with health requirements.