Township Residents Decry Soaring Food Prices at Local Spaza Shops

Residents in Durban townships, including Chesterville and KwaMashu, report significant price hikes for essential goods following the transition of spaza shops from foreign to local ownership. Price Disparities and Operational Changes The shift in shop ownership has led to immediate economic strain for many households. Zandile, a 37-year-old mother from Chesterville, stated that the price … Read more