# The African People’s Convention raises concern over packaged goods company Tiger Brands’ decision to sell its Beacon confectionery brand, warning the deal could threaten jobs and local manufacturing. Spokesperson Lucas Mphaka says the transaction may affect factory workers, suppliers, transport operators, and small businesses linked to the value chain. He calls for job security guarantees, and urges government, labour and competition authorities to scrutinise the sale:
APC urges scrutiny of Tiger Brands’ sale of Beacon brand [SOUND]
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