Entrepreneurship

Funding boost fuels Oakantswe Construction’s success

In a remarkable achievement for women in entrepreneurship, Oakantswe Construction and Projects, an electrical contracting firm based in Pretoria, has secured funding through the…

Retailers enhance business strategy with ERP tech

As the retail industry continues to grapple with the impact of a global economic recession, rising interest rates, inflation, and a high cost of…

Global Leadership Conference to boost Cape Town tourism

The Entrepreneurs’ Organization’s (EO) flagship event, the 2023 Global Leadership Conference (GLC), is set to give Cape Town’s local tourism sector a much-needed boost…

SME showcase in Noupoort drives economic growth

Noupoort Wind Farm recently hosted an exhibition and marketing event in collaboration with Business E-Zone Noupoort, aimed at promoting the growth of small and…

Liquidations surge in SA: ‘Business turnaround is key’

As economic headwinds continue to batter South African businesses, troubling new statistics released by Stats SA show that liquidations are on the rise. Thousands…

5 digital business trends to keep up with consumers

It’s hard to think of life without technology. From being able to stream movies on Netflix, asking Alexa to play our favourite songs or…

Strategic ways start-ups can get ahead in 2023

Despite economic challenges, 87% of South African start-ups remain optimistic about growth. Embracing strategic tech, seeking support and advice, and taking advantage of solar…

Recession fears: How to survive tough economic times

Whether you’re a consumer or a start-up founder (or both), rising inflation and the cost of living is taking its toll. Business owners are…

How to make your business investable

There are two sides to the business investment equation. Financial institutions and venture capitalists need to offer suitable investment packages and correctly identify suitable…

6 trends that will continue to impact business in 2023

The year 2022 has been one of substantial change, especially in the workplace, where organisations of all shapes and sizes have had to navigate…

Why many African entrepreneurs are just not doing it

Just do it! Nike’s slogan is world-famous and catchy, but the reality is that it completely misses the mark when it comes to African…

SMEs will need fast access to funding to survive in 2023

The past year has not held much for the SME sector to celebrate, but Lulalend chief risk officer Garth Rossiter expects 2023 to be…

3 New Year’s resolutions for start-up founders

As we move into 2023, many small and medium business (SMB) owners and leaders anticipate another difficult year, writes Gerhard Hartman, vice president of…

10 tips to overcome workplace change fatigue

“Let’s be honest – we’re all tired,” writes We Do Change coach, trainer and co-founder Rochelle Roos. “The truth is that fatigue is a…

‘Stop strangling entrepreneurship with red tape’

The reality is that it remains tough to be an entrepreneur or small business owner in South Africa. South Africa ranks 45th out of…

Holiday season: SMEs particularly vulnerable to fraud

It is no secret that South Africa ranks very close to the top for economic crime. Aside from the much-publicised corruption within both government…

eAr Academy ‘democratises quality music education’

Technology has democratised music, and anyone with a laptop can now release a record. But, as successful musicians will attest, it takes far more…

How online training can benefit your business

Online training can be a viable solution for upskilling your workforce without impacting operations, believes Daniel Orelowitz, managing director at Training Force. Workforce training,…

Wanted: 48 township entrepreneurs for tyre programme

Driven by the desire to empower young entrepreneurs and create employment opportunities in local communities, Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (SRSA), one of South Africa’s…

5 KPIs every small business should measure

How do you measure business success? That answer may differ depending on where your business is in its lifecycle or which industry you operate…

Fuel giant allocates R220m to empower small businesses

In what is described as a milestone in its transformation journey, Astron Energy has announced a R220 million development fund to empower small businesses…

Pushing a Buzzer to build safer, stronger communities

By combining the power of a community and technology, emergencies can be better managed, and crime can be beaten. This was the key message…

8 key executive talent trends, emerging practices for 2023

2023 is bringing a changed world of work. The pandemic has accelerated digital transformation and the employer-employee relationship has transformed, while the Great Resignation…

Productivity On A Large Screen

Everlytic Launches Cutting-Edge AI Studio with WhatsApp Chatbots for Smarter Communication

Everlytic’s new API Communicator feature enhances customer engagement across multiple channels

Savant Launches Savant Build Cohort 3 to Accelerate Deep-Tech Innovation in the Green Economy

Simplicity at scale: The role of leadership in agile transformation

Microsoft launches new Surface devices in new AI era

Honor Magic V3 launches, four things to know

Honor Magic V3, a Guinness world record attempt

Google Cast and other Christmas goodies for Rivian

GM switches-off Cruise control on $10bn robotaxi project

CHARGE taking EVs off-grid in the North West