Kasinomics Driving Township Business Growth

Updated on August 12, 2025

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Kasinomics is changing the game in township business but it’s not all smooth sailing. This ...

Hi Reader Kasinomics is changing the game in township business but it’s not all smooth sailing. This week’s SME Brief covers the real challenges entrepreneurs face, the powerful initiatives helping out, and the huge opportunities ready to be seized. Let’s explore. Understanding ‘Kasinomics’: The Township Economy The township, or ‘kasi’, is home to most South Africans and supports a vibrant economy worth an estimated R197 billion in 2023. Made up of spaza shops, hawkers, and service providers,...

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Karabo Kgophane

Karabo Kgophane is a Social Media & Digital Community Manager with a background in journalism and film and television production, and over four years of experience curating content for entrepreneurs. He manages social media platforms, creates content for newsletters, writes articles, and builds relationships with stakeholders. Passionate about helping entrepreneurs thrive, Karabo stays on top of trends to keep them ahead of the game.