The Home Affairs Department is stepping in to oversee the registration of spaza shops, ensuring that foreign nationals' permits allow them to operate businesses in South Africa. This move comes after President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a 21-day registration period for spaza shop owners, amidst rising incidents of suspected food poisoning.
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Registration Deadline Spaza shop owners have 21 days to register their businesses following President Ramaphosa's directive.
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Permit Verification The Home Affairs Department, led by Acting Head of Immigration Albert Matsaung, will verify if foreign nationals' permits allow them to run businesses. The department issues 17 types of permits, categorized as temporary or permanent residence, each with specific conditions.
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Purpose and Duration Permits specify what the holder can do, where, and for how long, based on the reason for their entry into the country.
This initiative aims to regulate spaza shops and address health and safety concerns, ensuring compliance with the Immigration Act and protecting public health.
