Achieve skills: building futures in the Northern Cape

Ashley Lechman|Published

She saw untapped human potential, thousands of young people whose futures were being stifled by lack of opportunity. That vision gave birth to Achieve Skills, a 100% black woman-owned, Level 1 BBBEE training and development company, with a mission th…

Small print, big impact: Why SMEs can’t afford to miss the details

Ashley Lechman|Published

Just as avoiding regular dental check-ups can lead to painful consequences, ignoring the small print in legal agreements can cost businesses more than they bargain ...

Top five tips for launching a successful hospitality business during the G20

Jeremy Lang|Published

With the G20 Leaders Summit set to shine a spotlight on South Africa's hospitality sector, discover five essential tips to help your business thrive in this competitive ...

Pick n Pay’s SMME sales surge 44% as supplier development gains momentum

Ashley Lechman|Published

The latest SMME Supplier Conference at Pick n Pay highlights the transformative power of local businesses, revealing a path of growth and innovation that benefits ...

From outsider to industry influencer: Mirriam Fonang’s mission to transform mining from Postmasburg

Ashley Lechman|Published

With resilience and purpose, Fonang is leading the charge for women entrepreneurs in South Africa’s male-dominated mining sector.

Women entrepreneurs need real support and investment

Nicole Sykes|Published

Across boardrooms, local communities and digital platforms, South African women are building businesses that fuel growth and strengthen communities. But too often, ...

Empowerment fund boost for SA’s circular economy

Ashley Lechman|Published

An empowerment fund created by one of South Africa’s longest-standing producer responsibility organisations is starting to deliver on its mandate to bolster small ...

R5 trillion SME sector demands tangible backing

Ashley Lechman|Published

84% of SMEs expect their businesses to grow over the next 12 months, 69% are confident the economy will be conducive to growth, and confidence in access to finance ...

Supporting young business owners: The power of intergenerational collaboration in small business innovation

Jeremy Lang|Published

With youth unemployment in South Africa soaring to 46. 1%, SMEs can play a pivotal role in fostering the next generation of entrepreneurs through intergenerational ...

ButtaNutt: from nut stall to national staple, Antoine van Heerden’s plant-based vision comes to life

Ashley Lechman|Published

For Antoine van Heerden, founder of ButtaNutt, the path from engineering student to food entrepreneur was shaped by family roots and a love for wholesome, local ...

Save on shipping: 5 practical ways SMEs can cut delivery costs

Ashley Lechman|Published

With a recent World Wide Worx report revealing the value of e-commerce in South Africa is expected to surge to over R100 billion by 2026, these mounting expenses ...

Sweet Legacy: How Simone Nel turned her grandmother’s fudge recipe into a thriving business

Ashley Lechman|Published

What began as a way for her grandmother, Rina Nel, to stay busy and earn a little extra income has become a growing artisanal fudge brand built on heritage, heart, ...

Murendeni Nefale: rewriting South Africa’s literacy narrative with purpose and power

Ashley Lechman|Published

Chosen Epics, is a youth-led storytelling and literacy venture.

Lula sees 'green shoots' for SMEs in South Africa

Ashley Lechman|Published

Small and medium-sized businesses are the lifeblood of our economy, employing up to 60% of the private sector workforce and generating approximately 40% of the country's ...

Trump tariffs upon us and the Sarb tightens our belts

Miguel da Silva|Published

Miguel da Silva, Group Executive: Business Banking at TymeBank, takes a closer look at some of the economic and geopolitical factors set to affect South Africa's SMEs from ...

Squirrel Away: the South African fintech app turning gifting into investment

Ashley Lechman|Published

Squirrel Away, a first-of-its-kind platform in the local market, offers a simple yet powerful alternative to traditional gifting: instead of toys or gift cards, ...

The tightrope between policy disruption and diplomacy at Startup20

Boitshoko Shoke|Published

How can we balance bold policy language with the need for diplomatic dialogue? The Startup20 midterm engagement reveals the urgent need for reform in global trade ...

Young South Africans are turning to entrepreneurship as youth unemployment soars

Ashley Lechman|Published

In the face of an unemployment crisis, young South Africans are taking matters into their own hands. Discover how a wave of youth-led startups is transforming ideas ...

Tomatoes with purpose: Tiger Brands boosts Limpopo farmers behind iconic All Gold Sauce

Ashley Lechman|Published

As Tiger Brands invests in vital infrastructure for smallholder farmers, the initiative promises not only to alleviate immediate agricultural challenges but also ...

Maca Scents: How a husband-and-wife duo is redefining affordable luxury in fragrance

Ashley Lechman|Published

Maca Scents is rooted in an inspiring entrepreneurial journey, a clear sense of purpose, and a deep understanding of what customers really want from their scent ...