MySpaza Store Upgrade Programme

Helping township and rural retailers prepare for future store upgrade opportunities through compliance, business readiness, networking and growth.

What Is MySpaza Store Upgrade?

The MySpaza Store Upgrade Programme is a comprehensive initiative designed to help informal retailers, spaza shops, and township businesses modernize their operations. We focus on preparing your business for growth by ensuring compliance, building your capacity, and connecting you with the right opportunities.

Business Compliance

Capacity Building

Market Access

Funding Readiness

Store Modernization Readiness

Entrepreneur Networking

Potential Benefits

Store Modernization Opportunities

Business Branding & Visibility

Shelving & Merchandising Improvements

Refrigeration & Equipment Opportunities

Supplier Linkages

Security & Technology Solutions

Market Access Opportunities

Funding Readiness Support

Business Capacity Building

Minimum Requirements

South African ID

Business Licence / Trading Permit

Certificate of Acceptability (where applicable)

Proof of Residential Address

CIPC Registration Documents

SARS Registration Documents

Business Bank Account

Recent Bank Statements

Lease Agreement / Title Deed / Permission to Occupy

Proof of Trading Activity

Build Your Local Business Cluster

Success in the township economy is built on strong networks. Our programme requires entrepreneurs to form clusters of 25+ businesses in their local area to unlock bulk buying, shared distribution, and large-scale funding opportunities.

Step 1

You Join

Step 2

Invite 5 Entrepreneurs

Step 3

Each Invites 5 More

Step 4

Build a Network of 25+ Businesses

Step 5

Unlock Bigger Opportunities