by AKANI CHAUKE
News Editor
JOHANNESBURG, (CAJ News) – SOUTH Africans have been encouraged to shift focus to locally-made stationery and school wear as the wave of back-to-school spending ramps up.
Proudly South African believes this would enhance economic recovery.
“Job losses and pandemic-induced economic shocks have placed enormous financial strain on businesses and households over the past two years,” said Proudly South African Chief Marketing Officer, Happy MaKhumalo Ngidi.
“But the silver lining is that ongoing supply chain disruptions and rising shipping costs have forced top retailers to accelerate the move to local procurement to maintain their competitive advantage.”
The official said this in turn has exposed buyers to a wide range of high quality, great value local alternatives available at bargain prices, helping families stretch their hard-earned money a little further.
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