Spar ‘extends olive branch’ to franchisee, but some fruit remains bitter

The company says it has brokered a peace deal with the Giannacopoulos family, but some matters remain unresolved

18 June 2023 - 00:00 By THABISO MOCHIKO

Food retailer Spar could be heading for arbitration to resolve a dispute with a franchisee and end a long standoff that has caused reputational damage for the group and the departure of its CEO and chair. ..

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