Call for Presidency and DFIs to focus on ‘high-growth’ startups to move GDP needle

Phumzile Chifunyise|Published

It takes blood, sweat and tears to take a fledging SMME to a mighty high-growth startup, and as we see on a daily basis, South African entrepreneurs indeed have ...

Building a winning brand: How small businesses can stand out in a crowded market

Jeremy Lang|Published

Building a winning brand isn’t necessarily about big budgets or expensive ad campaigns. It’s about clarity, consistency and connection.

Searching for VAT survivors after a bumpy ride for small businesses

Bongani Ntombela|Published

The real victims, township businesses and family-run businesses, are left wondering if it is going to rain cats and dogs or bring clear blue skies for VAT season. ...

How local SMEs can leverage cross-border e-commerce opportunities

Ashley Lechman|Published

The rise of cross-border e-commerce trade is unlocking new opportunities for South African businesses eager to expand their reach and revenue.

Beyond the bottom line: how to motivate, engage, and retain small business employees

Jeremy Lang|Published

Today’s workforce, especially Millennials and Gen Z, are not motivated by long-term promises or end-of-career rewards. Instead, they crave purpose, recognition, ...

Real costs and implications of an unpredictable political landscape for SMEs

Ashley Lechman|Published

This month, Miguel da Silva, Group Executive: Business Banking at TymeBank, looked at the very real costs and implications of an unpredictable political landscape ...

Economic realities: workers and job seekers to consider entrepreneurship as the major economic driver

Londiwe Khuzwayo|Published

While we continue to value traditional employment, it has become increasingly clear that the formal job market cannot absorb the majority of South Africans, a reality ...

Five signs that your business plan needs to be revisited in today’s economy

Jeremy Lang|Published

While some economists remain optimistic, predicting growth of up to 2. 1% this year, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) recently trimmed its 2025 forecast down ...

AI-powered Lean could level the playing field for South African SMEs

Rowen Pillai|Published

Historically, advanced technologies like AI have been largely inaccessible to SMEs, putting them at a distinct disadvantage compared to larger corporations.

Braids, business and freedom: what one woman entrepreneur taught me about resilience

Tsakani Nkombyane|Published

For many entrepreneurs, Freedom Day is not about formal celebrations, but about quietly acknowledging the right to build, fail, and rise again.

Earth Day: How South African businesses can weather climate risk

Daniel Stevens|Published

In September 2023 floods across the Western Cape triggered devastating damage that saw roads washed away, electricity cut to tens of thousands of residents, and ...

Building business resilience: How South African companies can weather climate risks

Ashley Lechman|Published

As climate disasters intensify across South Africa, businesses face growing financial and operational risks. This expert guide from Miway's Jason Mellow outlines ...

SMEs and Easter season cashflow: plan properly, and do not put all your eggs in one basket

Ashley Lechman|Published

Depending on the sector in which the SME operates, they could either see a booming trade as more people are on holiday and thus likely to visit their shops, or on ...

How branding drives growth in South Africa's business landscape - 22 On Sloane

Nthame Mametja|Published

Discover how branding shapes the future of South African businesses and connects them with customers in a competitive market.

How to build a strong business credit profile for easier access to funding - Business Partners

Jeremy Lang|Published

Discover how to enhance your business credit profile and unlock funding opportunities in South Africa. With only 12% of SMEs accessing formal funding, learn essential ...

Innovative startup hosts world's first sperm race to raise awareness of male fertility decline

Philippa Larkin|Published

Can a sperm race spark a crucial conversation about male fertility? Discover how an innovative startup is using this unique event to raise awareness about a pressing ...

Vuyani Jarana appointed to steer Startup20 for G20 Presidency

Philippa Larkin|Published

South Africa has appointed Vuyani Jarana, a seasoned business leader, as chairperson of the Startup20 Engagement Group for its G20 Presidency, aiming to amplify ...

Junior Mlondobuzi makes insurance accessible to South Africa's SMEs

Ashley Lechman|Published

With nearly a decade in the insurance industry, Junior Mlondobuzi founded Entresure to address a critical gap in South Africa's business landscape. His digital-first ...

Harnessing the gig economy: a practical guide for SMEs to leverage freelance talent - Jeremy Lang

Jeremy Lang|Published

Explore how the gig economy has transformed the workforce landscape post-lockdown, and discover essential strategies for SMEs to effectively harness freelance talent ...