Registration Requirements for Spaza Shops, Vendors and Informal Traders in South Africa
Registration requirements for Spaza shops, vendors and informal traders in South Africa (Business licences and Certificate of Acceptability).
Startup Food Business Resources
Helpful information dedicated to startup food businesses.
Registration Requirements for Spaza Shops, Vendors and Informal Traders in Nelson Mandela Bay Metro
Registration requirements for Spaza shops, vendors and informal traders for the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro area (Business licences and Certificate of Acceptability).
How to Start a Food Truck Business in South Africa
This article discuss the basic steps to start a food truck business in South Africa and is written by our CEO, a former successful food truck owner. We will look at the legalities, menu design and much more. We also
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How to Start a Home-based Food Business in 10 Easy Steps
Do you want to start a home-based food business in South Africa? This step-by-step article is your roadmap to success! Plus, free webinar included!
What is a Certificate of Acceptability (COA)?
This article explains what a Certificate of Acceptability is, what are the requirements and the steps to obtain your COA in South Africa.
7 Steps on How to Start a Legally Compliant Food Business in South Africa
Do you consider starting a food business in South Africa? This article discusses the steps to take and the regulations to consider. It emphasises the importance of following food safety regulations. A key step is to obtain a Certificate of Acceptability (COA) which requires an inspection of your premises by an environmental health inspector. We also discuss other relevant legislation and the staff training requirements as per Regulations R638. You are welcome to join our very popular free webinar.