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STEPS TO STARTING A FOOD BUSINESS IN SOUTH AFRICA

24 April 2026 by ASC Food Safety

How to Start a Legally Compliant Food Business in South Africa — The Definitive 2026 Guide Published: 24 April 2026 By: Mthokozisi Nkosi · Registered Lead Auditor (Exemplar Global & IRCA) · SAATCA R638:2018 Lead Implementer Reading time: 30 minutes Whether you’re planning a home-based bakery, a food truck, a …