The township economy looks set to become a new battleground for market share between local spaza owners, large retailers and foreign-owned supermarkets in the next few years.

This vibrant and lucrative market is valued at R400bn, equivalent to almost 8% of the economy annually, according to research done by GG Alcock, an author, marketer and brand specialist who has studied the market for almost 20 years...

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