Mamak shops struggle to stay in business amid stiff competition
They face formidable rivals like 24-hour shops, supermarket chains, self-service kiosks
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Many mamak shops are family-run businesses and do not have the manpower to compete with 24-hour convenience stores.
PHOTO: BH FILE
Janice Tai, Toh Yong Chuan
Nipisha mamak shop in the void deck of Block 143 Jalan Bukit Merah is preparing for the launch of the Avengers: Infinity War movie that opens in cinemas next week.
Boxes containing Avengers candy capsules wrapped with illustrations of heroes from the movie - $2 each - are placed right in front of the cash register.
