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With so many hyperbolic claims and counter-claims being made about artificial intelligence, it’s hard to know what to think. Should...
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The 14th season of South Africa’s biggest pitching competition, Pitch & Polish, promises to be another nail-biting instalment. While the...
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Choosing a domain name for a small business requires careful consideration, as it is often the first thing people see...
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The World Bank advocates for financial inclusion as critical to promoting economic growth and reducing poverty. Grow ECD has recognised...
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Josiah Morake from Ivory Park in Midrand was a part-time gardener. He says, “I worked for different people with no...
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As the cost-of-living crisis intensifies, Shoprite has partnered with a small local supplier to create a meal that can feed...
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Since signing a deal with the Shoprite Group just over a year ago, Durban-based family business TKM Foods has grown...
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The eThekwini Furniture Cluster (EFC) has launched its Customer Compass Programme, aimed at empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within...
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Despite the quantum leaps being made toward gender parity in the world of business, women entrepreneurs are still outnumbered by...
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Tracking and managing cash flow correctly is one of the biggest challenges that South Africa’s 2.6 million small and medium...
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In the vibrant tapestry of South African entrepreneurship, small businesses stand as beacons of innovation and resilience. As we have...
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The Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) Prize Competition has launched its sixth annual continent-wide search for 10 exceptional entrepreneurs who are...
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South Africa’s ultimate consumer exhibition, the Rand Show, has announced a brand-new pitching forum for young businesspeople. Called "Mzansi Youth...
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Sage – the leader in accounting, financial, human resources and payroll technology for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) – has...
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Orange Middle East & Africa has signed an agreement with Microsoft, through its Africa Transformation Office, aimed at offering Microsoft...
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2023 put small businesses through the wringer. The cost-of-living crisis threatened the buying power of ordinary consumers, and the rising...
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Starting a business can be an overwhelming process, as there are many factors to consider. One of these is the...
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Small businesses are embracing digitalisation and catering to their customer needs through a variety of online channels. With new technologies...
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Small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) often navigate challenging waters. These enterprises are the backbone of our economy, driving growth,...
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The African Guarantee Fund (AGF), a leader in promoting financing of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Africa, and FSD...
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Founders Foundation has partnered with the Silulo Foundation and global technology company Zoho to train and equip township entrepreneurs enrolled...
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Celebrated as a day of love, Valentine’s Day is a time to acknowledge that significant other by showering them with...
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In a groundbreaking move, Esquire Technologies has announced its evolution into a comprehensive fulfilment company, poised to support and elevate...
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In response to the pressing need for job creation and entrepreneurship in South Africa, Allan Gray Makers has announced the...
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The supply chain disruptions over the past few years have emphasised the value of self-reliant economies and the inherent value...
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The Durban Automotive Cluster (DAC) has announced the opening of applications for its business accelerator. This groundbreaking programme is spearheaded...
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2023 was a year of ambivalence for small businesses across South Africa. The most recent Business Partners Ltd SME Confidence...
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Last year came with its fair share of opportunities and challenges for the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector. A...
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2023 was a difficult year for South Africa’s small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs), marked by fluctuating market dynamics, says...
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Let’s not pretend – times are tough! A flailing economy, escalating costs, loadshedding, geopolitical tensions and elections coming up in 2024......
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The African Development Bank (AfDB) is taking a stake of US$10.50 million in the capital of Seedstars Africa Ventures (SAV)...
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The African Guarantee Fund (AGF) has signed a landmark partnership agreement with Vista Group Holding to accelerate access to finance...
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In a strategic move to protect its clients against escalating cyber threats, KwaZulu-Natal South Coast–based managed services provider (MSP) ScottNET...
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In line with its mission of empowering businesses and young innovators across Africa, HabariPay's Squad has announced the launch of...
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In a business context, a financial gap refers to the difference between the available financial resources and the funds a...
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The construction and infrastructure development sector is a key driver of economic reform and growth in South Africa. As such,...
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The International Trade Centre (ITC) SheTrades Initiative and The UPS Foundation have announced the amplification of their partnership to champion...
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SimplyBiz, a business support platform powered by Nedbank, is putting more than 1 300 small business market organisers and makers...
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You’ve worked hard this year, and even the most determined entrepreneur needs to take some time to relax and recharge....
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Despite rising food and fuel costs, weakening currencies, climate change effects, security threats, political instability, rolling power cuts, infrastructure limitations...
