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Local police conduct spaza shop compliance operation
By enhancing regulatory oversight, providing education and training, and promoting consumer awareness, SAPS aims to mitigate the risks associated with expired foods and ensure the safety of individuals who rely on these establishments for their daily needs.
Rabie Ridge SAPS officers conducted a home-based business compliance inspection for non-compliant individuals in problematic areas of Mayibuye, Kanana and Rabie Ridge on October 25.
According to SAPS Ekurhuleni district spokesperson, Captain Neldah Sekgobela, the external role players included environmental health inspectors, Crime Prevention Wardens, sector managers, Ward Clr Melody Hlatshwayo and the CPF.
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“Officers visited 33 shops for compliance, issued 17 fines for non-compliance, and closed 14 shops,” said Sekgobela.
Community leaders underwent a workshop to guide foreign national shop owners on the correct procedures to follow on environmental health matters.
