Concerns raised over growing economic activity in SA townships
From First Take SA by SAfm
June 12, 2026 · 5 min
About this episode
The episode discusses concerns raised by the Black Business Unity regarding illegal economic activities in South African townships and their impact on legitimate businesses.
The Black Business Unity has raised concerns over growing illegal economic activity in South Africa's townships, informal settlements and urban canters. The group says unregulated trade is hurting compliant businesses, cutting government revenue and slowing local development. The BBU is calling for stronger enforcement of existing laws to protect legitimate operators. For more we're joined by Michael Maloyi, National Public Relations Officer for Black Business Unity
People in this episode
Guest: Michael Maloyi
Topics covered
- economic activity
- illegal trade
- business compliance
- government revenue
- local development
Keywords
- Black Business Unity
- economic activity
- illegal trade
- South Africa
- townships
- government revenue
- local development
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Black Business Unity
Places: South Africa, townships, informal settlements, urban canters
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