Black Friday: Appeal to maintain Covid-19 safety protocols

The Western Cape Government called on all businesses and shoppers to adhere to strict Covid-19 safety protocols during ‘Black Friday’ this week.

“Black Friday sales traditionally mark the start of the festive spending season, and this year will be an opportunity for businesses to recover revenue lost during the Covid-19 restrictions, however we appeal to retail businesses to please implement the necessary health guidelines to stop the spread of Covid-19 and ensure that their staff and customers are as safe as possible,” the government said in a press release.

According to the release in support of retailers and other businesses, the Department of Economic Development will be meeting with major retailers and the property management companies for major shopping centres to discuss risk management strategies, as well as the consequences of non-compliance with the Covid-19 safety measures. The engagement will include relevant law enforcement agencies who will assist to manage Covid-19 safety compliance. “We are appealing to both retailers

and shoppers to play their part in stopping the spread of Covid-19 during Black Friday.” Specifically, retail stores and other businesses should consider the following:

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