From kitchen startup to R5 toiletries on Shoprite shelves

Ashley Lechman|Published

Durban’s Zeta Laboratories brings dignity and innovation to the shelves with Shoprite’s new R5 shampoo and body wash.

From architecture dreams to African luxury: The journey of Elegânté’s Noxolo Mseleku

Ashley Lechman|Published

From rejected architecture dreams to becoming a celebrated jewellery designer, Noxolo Mseleku turned setbacks into success with her luxury brand Elegânté. She shared ...

The quiet entrepreneurial power of South Africa’s services sector

Boitshoko Shoke and Londani Mpharalala|Published

Discover how South Africa’s service sector, from freelance marketers to township consultants, holds the key to economic growth and job creation in a struggling economy. ...

Saving strategies for SMEs: Cutting costs without cutting corners

Jeremy Lang|Published

Discover how South African SMEs can navigate challenging economic conditions and implement effective cost-saving strategies to ensure sustainability and growth. ...

Young SA designer sparkles in redefining cultural narratives through jewellery

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Andile Hlongwane, a 25-year-old jewellery designer from KwaDabeka, is making waves in the industry with her culturally inspired creations. As her brand, Topsy Jewellery, ...

Calling all young innovators: Joburg and Cape Town entrepreneurs offered support and funding

Ashley Lechman|Published

Embark on your entrepreneurial journey today with the Orange Corners Designs Incubation Programme! Unlock the potential of your innovative ideas while contributing ...

From dust to dignity: how Elelwani Sophia Maphutha is building more than structures

Ashley Lechman|Published

The founder and managing director of Sophia Projects (Pty) Ltd, she is turning that vision into concrete change, proving that construction isn’t just about bricks ...

Johannesburg hosts Global SME Finance Forum alongside G20 proceedings

Miguel da Silva|Published

Miguel da Silva, Group Executive: Business Banking at TymeBank, examines the developments affecting South Africa's SMEs as international finance leaders gather in ...

South African small businesses celebrate their business successes like no other country

Ashley Lechman|Published

With 92% of respondents indicating that they currently celebrate or plan to celebrate their milestones, South Africa stands at the forefront of recognising achievements, ...

How can SMEs balance efficiency and effectiveness with AI

Yudhvir Seetharam|Published

Strong interpersonal connections build trust and internal cohesion while enabling accurate, nuanced communication.

Achieve skills: building futures in the Northern Cape

Ashley Lechman|Published

She saw untapped human potential, thousands of young people whose futures were being stifled by lack of opportunity. That vision gave birth to Achieve Skills, a ...

Small print, big impact: Why SMEs can’t afford to miss the details

Ashley Lechman|Published

Just as avoiding regular dental check-ups can lead to painful consequences, ignoring the small print in legal agreements can cost businesses more than they bargain ...

Top five tips for launching a successful hospitality business during the G20

Jeremy Lang|Published

With the G20 Leaders Summit set to shine a spotlight on South Africa's hospitality sector, discover five essential tips to help your business thrive in this competitive ...

Pick n Pay’s SMME sales surge 44% as supplier development gains momentum

Ashley Lechman|Published

The latest SMME Supplier Conference at Pick n Pay highlights the transformative power of local businesses, revealing a path of growth and innovation that benefits ...

From outsider to industry influencer: Mirriam Fonang’s mission to transform mining from Postmasburg

Ashley Lechman|Published

With resilience and purpose, Fonang is leading the charge for women entrepreneurs in South Africa’s male-dominated mining sector.

Women entrepreneurs need real support and investment

Nicole Sykes|Published

Across boardrooms, local communities and digital platforms, South African women are building businesses that fuel growth and strengthen communities. But too often, ...

Empowerment fund boost for SA’s circular economy

Ashley Lechman|Published

An empowerment fund created by one of South Africa’s longest-standing producer responsibility organisations is starting to deliver on its mandate to bolster small ...

R5 trillion SME sector demands tangible backing

Ashley Lechman|Published

84% of SMEs expect their businesses to grow over the next 12 months, 69% are confident the economy will be conducive to growth, and confidence in access to finance ...

Supporting young business owners: The power of intergenerational collaboration in small business innovation

Jeremy Lang|Published

With youth unemployment in South Africa soaring to 46. 1%, SMEs can play a pivotal role in fostering the next generation of entrepreneurs through intergenerational ...

ButtaNutt: from nut stall to national staple, Antoine van Heerden’s plant-based vision comes to life

Ashley Lechman|Published

For Antoine van Heerden, founder of ButtaNutt, the path from engineering student to food entrepreneur was shaped by family roots and a love for wholesome, local ...