The legislation effectively designates township areas as places “reserved for the exclusive and sole [benefit] of citizens and people who have permanent residency status in the republic”. Proposed changes in the Gauteng Township Economic Development Amendment Bill call for township-based retail malls and supermarkets to partner with township-based enterprises in sourcing products and services. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi in in conversation with TECSA Founder and President, Bheki Twala and Black Business Council President, Elias Monage.