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Last updated: September 2026 The South African government funds small businesses through grants, incentive schemes, development...

Funding for small business development, distinct from pure start-up capital, backs a business that is already...

The Black Industrialist Scheme is a genuine, government-backed programme specifically supporting black-owned businesses in the industrial...

Most South African entrepreneurs fund their business’s start not through a bank loan or investor, but...

As the global economy strains consumers’ wallets, most people are turning to side hustles to fill...

The e-commerce industry has changed drastically due to the growth of technology and technology-related platforms. For...

South Africa has a huge side hustle culture. Multiple sources cite that Millennials and Gen Zers...

The South African informal sector plays an important role in the economy. Many people rely on...

The property business can be quite tricky, especially if you dive in without familiarising yourself with...

Everyone always says “invest in property”, but is it still a good business investment? Whether you...

Owning a rental property business carries the genuine, real risk of a problematic tenant, and a...

Property investment is genuinely accessible even without significant capital upfront, provided the right entry route is...

The cost of running a business of any size can be a lot for entrepreneurs. When...

Running a factory in South Africa comes with more than just production targets and deadlines; it...

The South African manufacturing industry is wrought with legislation and mandatory regulations – and with good...

The world is unpredictable, and the world of business even more so. With varying economic whirlwinds...

Protecting your business through insurance is quite simple. Business owners will insure everything from equipment and...

Running a business of any size involves managing various responsibilities. Of all the operational, legal and...

Prevention of cybersecurity breaches is critical for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), especially in such a...

In the daily push to grow and manage operations, many business owners neglect one of the...

Purchasing a franchise can be a great way to become an entrepreneur. Although quite costly, it...

Buying into a franchise can be an attractive route for new entrepreneurs, particularly for those who...

The franchise industry has long promised entrepreneurs the opportunity to build businesses and generate a stable...

Franchising in South Africa is growing. Entrepreneurs are looking for access and opportunities to participate in...

  With the recent launch of the Creative Biz Fund, it is clear that South Africa’s...

The township economy, often referred to as the kasi economy or informal sector, is estimated to...

By now, it is old news that South Africa has a joblessness crisis. Contained within this...

Ideas are rarely these “a-ha” moments of clarity. There is no cartoonish lightbulb popping up, and...

South African small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) entered 2026 prioritising resilience and stabilisation over aggressive expansion....

Artificial intelligence (AI) has grown exponentially, especially in enterprise-grade innovations. For businesses, AI has changed how...

E-commerce has drastically changed how deliveries and fulfilments are done in various sectors. From independent designers...

People lie in surveys. They do not lie in downloads. Ask a business owner how they...

As South African consumers become increasingly conscious of waste, sustainability and the cost of everyday essentials,...

Do you have an interest in starting a vape shop as a business? Starting a vape...

Brick-making can be a profitable venture in the construction industry. Think of the people who need...

If you have the knowledge and drive, starting a marketing company is a great way to...

South Africa’s skincare industry is growing steadily, driven by rising consumer demand for locally made beauty...

Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) grow quickly, and usually that means changing things internally. This includes...

Getting a contract to supply a large entity such as a municipality can sometimes be the...

Businesses work with complex processes. These processes start with product development, sourcing raw materials and end...

Exporting is a crucial segment of South Africa’s economy, with goods and services exports accounting for...

Being a business owner or entrepreneur means that you are contributing to the economy differently than...

Agriculture is a ruthless industry. Farmers are delivered to the whims of nature: fickle weather patterns...

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations reported new data that shows that 76%...