The Spaza Shop Industry in South Africa

15/06/2026

11/06/2026

*YOUTH OWN YOUR FUTURE 🔥*
*Secure Your Legacy*

Agape Family Church invites all youth to a power-packed session designed to equip you for what’s ahead.

*📅 Date:* Monday, 16 June 2026
*⏰ Time:* 09:30 AM
*📍 Venue:* 824 Ramokonopi East, Katlehong Resource Centre

*Theme:* _Own Your Future. Secure Your Legacy_

*Focus Areas:*
1. Future Skills
2. Property
3. Entrepreneurship
4. Family

*Hosts:* Mr & Mrs Mtanyelwa
*Guest Speakers:*
Mr Paul Sibulawa | Mrs Makathini | Rev. Lunga Madonsela | Mbongiseni Sangweni

Empowered Today. Equipped For Tomorrow.

Enquiries
+27 65 654 9814

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Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical tools for building your future. Bring a friend!

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10/06/2026

*INVITATION: GET FUNDED WEBINAR*

Dear Entrepreneur/Business Owner,

*Silomotion*, in partnership with *Ekasi Entrepreneurs* and *Coolisa*, invites you to our free webinar designed to help SMEs access funding.

*Get Funded Webinar*
*Date:* Monday, 30 June 2026
*Time:* 11:00 – 13:00 SAST
*Entry:* Free
*Platform:* Online – link sent after registration

*What you’ll learn:*
1. Types of funding available for SMEs in South Africa
2. How to prepare a bank/SEDFA-ready application
3. Common mistakes that cause funding rejections
4. Q&A with funding experts

Seats are limited. Reserve your spot now.

*Register here:* https://forms.gle/LousUQ7QYaZ2hT6x5
*WhatsApp:* +27 68 553 2951
*Email:* [email protected]

_Connecting your brand to the world_
* | eKasi Entrepreneurs | Coolisa *

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28/05/2026

Do you want to start or grow your spaza shop? Spaza Shops Stokvel will help you with all necessary tools & information, including documentation to apply for funding. Brought to you by Spaza Shops Stokvel in partnership with Coolisa, ekasi entrepreneurs & Silomotion

27/05/2026

26/05/2026

Let us help you start a new spaza shop or grow your existing one

Do you want to start a spaza shop? Consider the following:

1. *Budget*:
- What is your startup capital? Is it a loan or personal savings?
2. *Location*:
- Have you identified a location? Why did you choose it?
- Is there an existing structure? Is it ready for use or does it need renovations (estimated cost)?
- Size, visibility, accessibility?
- Do you own or rent? Do you have title deeds or a lease agreement?
- Are utilities (electricity, water) available? Is there a store room or extra rooms?
- What security features are in place? Any potential risks?
3. *Equipment*:
- Do you have access to necessary equipment (shelves, display fridges, empty coldrink bottles & crates, POS system, airtime machine, vehicle)?
4. *Experience*:
- What experience do you have in management, or will there be directors/staff with relevant experience?
5. *Cash & Carry*:
- Who is your cash & carry supplier?
- Price competitiveness?
- Distance from shop?
- Quality of products?
- Effectiveness & efficiency (e.g., delivery options)?
6. *Competitor Analysis*:
- How do you compare to nearby competitors?
7. *Monthly Expenditure*:
- What are your estimated monthly expenses?
8. *Compliance*:
- Do you have or know about CIPC registration, tax compliance, health certificate, business bank account, zoning permits, and spaza shop licence?
9. *Target Market*:
- What businesses are nearby (e.g., kota shops)?
- What is the demographic profile and behavior of local residents?
- How big is the population around the shop?
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Do you want to start a spaza shop? Do you want to grow your existing spaza or do you want assistance with spaza shops tools, including Point of Sales? Or do you
Need help creating a bankable business plan, business profile, proposal, or cash flow forecast to apply for funding? Contact Silomotion Pty Ltd, brought to you by Spaza Shops Stokvel in partnership with Silomotion Pty Ltd. We connect your brand to the world.

Join group of spaza shops here https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9v0Ihpe8Bb8BLBqNczYN1

📞 +27 68 553 2952
📧 [email protected]

25/05/2026

Do you want to start a spaza shop? Consider the following:

1. *Budget*:
- What is your startup capital? Is it a loan or personal savings?
2. *Location*:
- Have you identified a location? Why did you choose it?
- Is there an existing structure? Is it ready for use or does it need renovations (estimated cost)?
- Size, visibility, accessibility?
- Do you own or rent? Do you have title deeds or a lease agreement?
- Are utilities (electricity, water) available? Is there a store room or extra rooms?
- What security features are in place? Any potential risks?
3. *Equipment*:
- Do you have access to necessary equipment (shelves, display fridges, empty coldrink bottles & crates, POS system, airtime machine, vehicle)?
4. *Experience*:
- What experience do you have in management, or will there be directors/staff with relevant experience?
5. *Cash & Carry*:
- Who is your cash & carry supplier?
- Price competitiveness?
- Distance from shop?
- Quality of products?
- Effectiveness & efficiency (e.g., delivery options)?
6. *Competitor Analysis*:
- How do you compare to nearby competitors?
7. *Monthly Expenditure*:
- What are your estimated monthly expenses?
8. *Compliance*:
- Do you have or know about CIPC registration, tax compliance, health certificate, business bank account, zoning permits, and spaza shop licence?
9. *Target Market*:
- What businesses are nearby (e.g., kota shops)?
- What is the demographic profile and behavior of local residents?
- How big is the population around the shop?
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Do you want to start a spaza shop? Do you want to grow your existing spaza or do you want assistance with spaza shops tools, including Point of Sales? Or do you
Need help creating a bankable business plan, business profile, proposal, or cash flow forecast to apply for funding? Contact Silomotion Pty Ltd, brought to you by Spaza Shops Stokvel in partnership with Silomotion Pty Ltd. We connect your brand to the world.

Join group of spaza shops here https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9v0Ihpe8Bb8BLBqNczYN1

📞 +27 68 553 2952
📧 [email protected]

22/05/2026

17/05/2026

*Youth Funding Support Initiative*

Get FREE assistance applying for SEDFA funding! 😊

Funding support assistance will run from 01 - 15 June for help with:

- Funding applications
- Documentation prep
- Business consultation

Eligibility:
- 18-34 years old
- Business operating ≥3 months
- 100% youth owned registered company
- Coolisa registration required

Join our WhatsApp group https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9PAbjLvt7bCei6Ay445aF by 31 May to secure a spot (limited to 40 youth).

Contact
+27685532951
[email protected]

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