Fikile Mbalula Addresses Foreign-Owned Spaza Shop Food Poisoning Concerns

ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has responded to the growing concerns over food poisoning linked to foreign-owned spaza shops in South Africa. In a recent statement, Mbalula emphasized the need for stricter regulation of food safety standards across all informal and formal retail sectors. He called for a collaborative effort between health authorities and business owners to ensure that such incidents are prevented and that the public is protected from harmful products. Mbalula also highlighted the importance of community engagement and government oversight in addressing this urgent public health issue.