business

Battery energy storage systems to boost reliability and the adoption of renewable energy [Sponsored]

Despite historic declines in economic activity in 2020, we still saw a high intensity of load shedding. The trend of increasing hours of load…

The importance of a will as an entrepreneur: How it protects your company and loved ones

When starting up a new business, many entrepreneurs don’t necessarily consider estate planning and writing up a will as part of business planning. However,…

Five top tips for small businesses to emerge resilient from the pandemic

Small businesses play an important role in our communities and economies. Over the past year, as the pandemic shifted the retail and commerce landscape,…

Nigerian healthtech expands into 11 cities across East and West Africa

Abuja-based healthtech startup Field Intelligence has announced that its expansion into 11 markets namely; Rivers, Edo, Kaduna, Kano, Enugu, Delta and Kwara States in Nigeria, and…

Ethical fintech Wahed Invest granted regulatory license in South Africa

Headquartered in New York, Wahed Inc, an ‘ethical and values driven’ investment platform has been given the go-ahead in South Africa. The fintech startup has reportedly…

What to do if your business owes SARS money

Filing taxes can be stressful and time-consuming at the best of times, and this year small businesses are already in a tough spot. Individuals…

South Africa’s Orderin relaunches as delivery-as-a-service platform

South Africa’s first food delivery app, Orderin, has relaunched as a B2B delivery-as-a-service platform to help bring delivery capabilities to other companies in the…

The secret to levelling up your business

When Uber and Spotify partnered up a few years ago to give users custom music for their rides, it was a massive win/win for…

How to create an intelligent enterprise that future proofs business

The drive towards digital transformation and the adoption of new IT methods, tools, and technologies is a business-critical move to build an intelligent enterprise…

Future-proofing your business when everything is changing [Opinion]

Who knew a year ago, when we left our offices “for a couple of weeks” to work from home, how different our lives and…

To thrive in a pandemic, you need to reinvent your business [Opinion]

The COVID-19 pandemic has given rise to many debates. But if there’s one thing commentators appear to be united in, it’s the certainty that…

Why now is the ideal time to start your entrepreneurial journey [Opinion]

The Covid-19 pandemic has caused a massive shift in the world, with many entrepreneurs putting a hold on pursuing their business ideas. Philani Sangweni,…

City of Joburg launches Smart City Innovation Challenge for tech startups

Two tech startups have the opportunity to win R100 000 each in the Smart City Innovation Challenge, an initiative developed by the City of…

Covid-19 causes 32% revenue decline in local startup sector

An investigation conducted by Atlas VPN found that 40% of startups globally experienced 40% and more revenue decline due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Atlas…

Moving the Mother City forward by creating opportunity for all [Sponsored]

Creating cities of opportunity for South Africans are shaped by fostering enabling environments and by inspiring innovation. Local and international speakers addressed these topics at…

Businesses, entrepreneurs are making money from Pokemon Go

You might think of Pokemon Go as a fun way to get outdoors, but did you know it’s making money in a ton of…

There’s a Startup Weekend happening in Mauritius

There’s a Startup Weekend in the island nation of Mauritius taking place from 15 to 17 July at the BPML CyberTower 1 in Ebene. The event is…

The Guardian shines spotlight on Cape Town’s startup scene

Cape Town’s startup scene is gaining loads of attention, as the sector quickly makes a name for itself. Don’t believe me? Then you should…

Pimping the wheel: an anthropologist’s view of entrepreneurship in SA

South Africa is as wrapped up in the myth of the rock star entrepreneur as the rest of the world. But what kind of…

3 online strategies to make your business more appealing to customers

Years ago, businesses grew by word of mouth or they were attractive because they were the only business in town. Today’s competitive era means…

How to keep the excitement going in your startup

Whenever a company embarks on a process to create a culture that delights customers and creates loyalty, we usually recognise four very distinct phases…

10 unpredicted things every business plan needs

The biggest question for businesses is whether its business plan is doing all it can to handle unforeseen problems. Some businesses may be bold…

3 vital truths about running a business you should know about

Management textbooks and the business press are full of advice about creating entrepreneurial business models, shaking up markets, and offering game-changing customer experiences. As…

MTN announces MyMTN Home Uncapped internet now offers 5G plans

Spotify Wrapped 2021: How to see your personal music streaming trends for the year

Cape Town tumbles down Global Cities Index

Carry1st partners with PayPal and Chipper Cash to bring payments to Africa

World Mobile launches hybrid network into Zanzibar sky

Oppo launches A54s smartphone in South Africa: price and contract details

HUAWEI nova 9 smartphone and HUAWEI MateView GT monitor launch in South Africa

TCL QLED 4K C725 TV now available in South Africa: price and details

The 2022 new Ford Ranger is a bakkie for the future

Peugeot’s double-cab bakkie lands in South Africa

Land Rover introduces Defender with V8 engine to South Africa: Price and details