Tourism Trends in 2026 and Beyond
Tourism has had a tough couple of years. Just as it promised to boost job opportunities and improve the economy, the pandemic hit and scrambled…
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SME Import Navigator Programme is Open For Applications
The 2026 instalment of the SME Import Navigator programme is officially open. The programme is presented by Edge Growth, in partnership with FNB. It aims…
Agricultural Equipment Finance
Agricultural finance is a type of financial service that is designed for entrepreneurs in the agricultural industry. This includes producers, processors, and traders. Under this…
SONA 2026: What SMEs Need to Know
The 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) was presented last week by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The SONA is meant to outline the government’s plans…
What is Connected Manufacturing?
When it comes to manufacturing, South Africa has a vast range of sectors and businesses working within the manufacturing industry. South Africa’s manufacturing sector, contributing…
How to Fix Non-Compliance in Your Small Business
Fixing non-compliance in a small to medium enterprise (SME) requires a strategic shift from reactive, last-minute panic to a proactive, structured approach that integrates compliance…
Succession Planning for Family-Owned Businesses in South Africa
Succession planning is the (not so) secret weapon that allows the business to continue rather than come to a screeching halt when changes occur in…
Skills Development for Organisational Growth
Buzzwords like “multi-functional” or “future-ready” are commonplace. It sets the tone for what is expected of every business’s workforce: To be agile with skills that…
Going Digital: Cashless Adoption for South African SMEs
Digitisation has introduced many changes in the entrepreneurial space. One of the major changes has been the adoption of cashless transactions by businesses. Cash carries…
What Business Permits and Licenses do I Need in South Africa?
Aiming to be a complaint business is the right thing to do. But as an entrepreneur who is either a first-time business owner or entering…
Private Equity Investment for SMEs
Small to medium enterprises are bound to reach a point where they demand growth. When this happens, the opportunity for outside capital can present itself.…
Entrepreneur’s Choice: Contract Versus Full-Time Employees
Independent contractors are different from freelancers in that they commit to one client at a time, working for one “employer” at a time, similar to…