Shabba Uplifts Street Vendors

Kaizer Chiefs legend Siphiwe Tshabalala unapologetically uplifts the economy's most vulnerable businesses. Check it out!

What's the story? 

Siphiwe Tshabalala may be a household name for his career at Amakhosi and Bafana Bafana heroics, but still maintains a sense of humbleness by investing in street vendors. 

Shabba uplifts whichever street vendor he buys fruits or snacks from on his social media and has been receiving praise for recognising what's seen as a small part of South Africa's economy.

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Shabba uplifts street vendors

It's safe to say that street vendors in every part of the country are some of the most vulnerable small business owners.

The dreadlocked legend Siphiwe Tshabalala recognises this and goes out of his way to buy from them and encourage others to do so when posting about it on his socials.

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Whether he's purchasing fruits or snacks like amakip-kip, Shabba always wears a big smile on his face when supporting a street vendor.

The 38-year-old grew up in Soweto and giving back to these types of businesses is a source of nostalgia for him. The baller also goes out of his way to give vendors a tip after a purchase, showing his willingness to go the extra mile.