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SA's clothing retailers welcome directives from Patel

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Two major suppliers of face masks charged for price gouging

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Expanded list of clothing now allowed for sale under Level 4

Expanded list of clothing now allowed for sale under Level 4

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PnP won't enforce exclusive lease agreements against smaller retailers

PnP won't enforce exclusive lease agreements against smaller retailers

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Level 4: Hardware, food delivery and winter clothing allowed, but no cigarettes

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GRMI recommendations implementation period extended by 3 months

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