TSHWANE MAYOR CLOSES PICK N PAY STORE OVER COCKROACHES
Dr Nasiphi Moya, the mayor of Tshwane, has shut down the Pick n Pay Blu Valley Centre store in Centurion, Gauteng.
The mayor took to X to share a video in which she says the store was closed due to non-compliance with health regulations.
In the video, Moya said that no matter the size of the business, the guidelines are there for everyone to follow.
“We have said that we will not only be chasing spaza shops and small establishments because big establishments also have a responsibility to comply. From those who buy their baked products from Pick n Pay, this is how it is made,” after which she showed baking tins with cockroaches in them.
In the video, the mayor can also be seen pointing at the cockroaches, saying “Just look at the dirtiness of this. It is not even the worst we have seen here. The hygiene requirements have been neglected by Pick n Pay at the Blu Valley Mall. We are closing down these establishments”.
In a statement released by Pick n Pay headquarters, the national retailer condemned the store’s conduct.
“This particular store is a franchise store, and what was seen was completely unacceptable.
“Management was on the ground within 30 minutes of being informed. This fall is very far from what we expect from our franchisees and store managers, and we have launched a full investigation and audit.”
The statement also included an apology to customers with a promise to sort out the problem.
Image credit: Central News
