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EPISODE · May 6, 2026 · 8 MIN

Tembisa protests demand closure of illegal foreign spaza shops.

from Update@Noon · host SAfm

Residents in Tembisa on Gauteng’s East Rand have taken to the streets, demanding the closure of foreign-owned spaza shops. Large crowds gathered at Swazi Inn, accusing some shop owners of selling unsafe and expired food products. Community members say their health is at risk and are calling for urgent government intervention. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter Luyanda Danca  

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