More often, employees leave because of workplace experiences that make them feel undervalued, overlooked or disconnected from the business.
South Africa’s small businesses are surviving. Why aren’t more of them growing?
Lomo Senoamadi founded Bashumi Instruments and Control Services in 2003. She reflects on building the South African laboratory-services business through technical expertise,…
In an ever-evolving digital landscape, South African SMEs are riding the wave of AI adoption. Yet, many remain unsure about their implementation. Explore how small businesses can…
South Africa’s SME funding gap is creating opportunities for smaller investment managers offering flexible capital, specialist expertise and longer-term support.
Shorter, more frequent and experience-led trips could help South African hospitality and tourism SMEs attract customers beyond traditional peak holiday periods.
Badoodoo’s journey from a simple idea to an established South African dog wellness brand highlights the patience, adaptability and resilience required to build a successful SME.
Recent disputes involving guide dogs and service animals have exposed gaps in disability awareness among South African businesses, with experts warning that poor staff training…
Hospitality SMEs can protect service quality, cash flow and revenue by planning early for festive-season demand, from staffing and stock to bookings, technology and customer…
Heritage is more than something to preserve, argues Tsakani Nkombyane—it can inspire South African businesses, products and ideas that compete in global markets.
Tanya du Bois started making skincare products in her kitchen to help her family. Eighteen years later, Naturals Beauty is an award winning South African business with ambitions…
Discover how Westbrooke’s investment of over R750 million is shaping the future for South Africa’s entrepreneurial businesses, providing them with the capital and support needed…
Discover how South African SMEs can navigate the festive season's challenges with effective operational planning and avoid common pitfalls that could impact their success.
In a significant shift for South African businesses, Meta will start charging for customer service messages on WhatsApp, creating potential challenges ahead. Discover how to…
Discover how Liesl Smerdon transformed her passion for natural haircare into Curl Chemistry, a thriving South African brand now stocked at a major retailer in the country,…
Experts explain how founders can break through the growth barrier.
Many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) mistakenly believe that growth requires adding complexity. Discover why operational simplicity is the true key to sustainable…
In South Africa's booming ICT sector, the race is on to bridge the gap between contract wins and payments. Discover how strategic funding can empower SMEs to overcome cash flow…
