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Five ways SMEs can improve their chances of securing business funding

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African SMEs can improve their access to finance by maintaining strong financial records, building a visible banking history and planning ahead, according to FNB.

Have an investor ready business and the world will be your oyster

Bernadette Bule|Published

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Discover why building an investment-ready business is more crucial than merely seeking investors.

Funding mistakes SMEs make when under financial pressure

Jeremy Lang|Published

Discover the critical funding mistakes that 90% of South African SMEs make under financial pressure and learn how to navigate financial challenges effectively.

Beyond 67 Minutes: the legacy Mandela really wanted us to build

Tsakani Nkombyane|Published

Every July, South Africans unite in service for Mandela Month, dedicating 67 minutes to honour his legacy. But what if we extended this commitment throughout the ...

Building the skills needed to grow Africa's next generation of food and beverage entrepreneurs

Wael Khoury|Published

Too many young people see food entrepreneurship as the way in, and find that without the right technical knowledge, the door does not open

Frustrations that could quietly drive customers away from SMEs

Jeremy Lang|Published

Discover how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can meet growing consumer expectations for personalised service and efficient digital interactions, and learn ...

Entrepreneurs provide the earliest warning signs of South Africa's economy, says Citadel

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African entrepreneurs are experiencing economic pressures long before they appear in official data, with cash flow constraints, rising costs and policy uncertainty ...

Red tape is choking SME growth as compliance costs climb in South Africa

Ashley Lechman|Published

A growing regulatory burden is making it harder for South African entrepreneurs to expand their businesses and create jobs, with experts calling for urgent reforms. ...

Manufacturing SMEs urged to rethink funding as AI adoption accelerates

Ashley Lechman|Published

Manufacturing businesses are embracing AI, but industry experts say funding models must evolve to support digital transformation and improve competitiveness.

The wheel does not need reinventing, the road does

Londani Mpharalala|Published

Explore how understanding the unique challenges of the South African market can lead to innovative solutions in entrepreneurship, proving that the road to success ...

Community impact: a competitive advantage for SMEs

Jeremy Lang|Published

Are South African SMEs missing out on a powerful competitive edge? Discover how community impact can influence consumer choices and drive business success in today's ...

South Africa’s entrepreneurship education problem

Dr Shaheen Khan|Published

With over 60% of South Africans aged 15 to 24 unemployed, what role does entrepreneurship education play in addressing this crisis? Explore how South Africa can ...

How SMEs can use data tools to understand their customers

Jeremy Lang|Published

Discover how South African SMEs can harness data tools to enhance customer understanding, improve retention, and make informed decisions in a competitive market. ...

From violence to economic rupture: the cost of xenophobia

Boitshoko Shoke|Published

Explore the persistent issue of xenophobia in South Africa and its devastating economic impact, as revealed through a study of violence against foreign-owned spaza ...

Tax season should not be the first time you understand your numbers

Franco Heslinga|Published

Is tax season a scramble for your small business? Discover how proactive financial management can transform your approach to taxes and ensure you're always prepared. ...

Quentin Faltain’s journey from job losses to building a proudly South African business

Ashley Lechman|Published

After three retrenchments pushed him to rethink his future, Quentin Faltain built CQC Business Solutions into an integrated workplace solutions provider focused ...

Two year banking fee break aims to give South African startups room to grow

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African startups are being given more time to establish themselves as Nedbank extends its zero monthly maintenance fee benefit to two years.

Entrepreneurship education must start in classrooms to prepare SA youth for future economy

Ashley Lechman|Published

South Africa’s youth unemployment challenge is forcing a rethink of education, with calls for entrepreneurship to become a core classroom skill from an early age. ...

Eastern Cape entrepreneur turns traditional bone broth into a rural jobs and wellness business

Ashley Lechman|Published

From a home kitchen in Nxarhuni to a vision for a rural manufacturing hub, Rural Impaqt Bone Broth is building a business rooted in heritage, sustainability and ...

Cape Town entrepreneur’s Mexican inspired sweets achieve rapid growth through Checkers partnership

Ashley Lechman|Published

A trip to Mexico inspired Cape Town entrepreneur Claire Swanson to create ARK Provisions, a colourful confectionery brand now flying off Checkers shelves.