South Africa: Malls Lock Out Local Traders and Raise Prices, Report Warns

September 7, 2026 | News Source: AllAfrica News: Economy, Business and Finance
[Scrolla] Competition Commission found 53% of rural, 47% of township, and 39% of metro township people earn under R3,500 monthly. Shopping centres keep local businesses out through high rents and exclusive contracts that favour big national store brands.

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