JOHANNESBURG - Small businesses hit by power cuts will soon be able to apply for some government relief.
The Department of Small Business Development says the assistance will be in the form of loans, which will be made up of a grant as well.
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It says a recent survey shows the majority of the respondents need an alternative power source to continue with their operations.
Many of the country's small businesses have been forced to pause trading during blackouts, making significant losses.