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Spaza shops take centre stage in township economy

People living in South African townships are spending more money at spaza shops than big retailers and supermarkets

People living in South African townships are spending more money at spaza shops than big retailers and supermarkets, and a report says prices offered by the former are quite competitive.

In its 2022 South African Township CX Report, digital marketing agency Rogerwilco says 44% of 1 421 township residents who were surveyed reported spending more at spaza shops, an 11% increase from last year.

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Anathi Madubela

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