The small property company taking on South Africa’s hidden R750 billion sector
Dipula Properties is benefitting significantly from its retail portfolio located in underserved areas of the country, including townships.
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Green is the New Black: Why sustainability is more than just a trend for South African SMEs
In a country where climate change is not a looming threat but a lived reality, South African Small And Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are waking up to a new truth: going green isn't just good for the planet — it's smart business.
Read MoreBattle between Shoprite, Pick n Pay and SPAR over R100 billion a year sector
South Africa’s largest retailers are competing for a greater slice of the country’s off-trade liquor market, which is continuing to show strong growth despite a stagnant economy.
Read MoreSouth Africa faces increasing flooding, fires, and droughts
South Africa’s financial sector is increasingly vulnerable to climate-related shocks, with the rise in extreme weather events putting insurers and banks under increasing pressure.
Read MoreThe Protea cricket player who founded a coffee container business in South Africa
During the pandemic, South African national cricket player Rassie van der Dussen and his manager, Chris Cardoso, launched a coffee container company called Abantu.
Read MoreStandard Bank, Sacci launch export readiness programme for KZN SMEs
Standard Bank South Africa, in partnership with the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Sacci), has launched an export readiness programme aimed at helping KwaZulu-Natal-based small and medium enterprises (SMEs) expand into international markets.
Read MoreIUX to launch in South Africa – Game-changing opportunity for local traders
IUX is coming soon to South Africa, bringing with it access to world-class trading opportunities previously reserved for institutional investors.
Read MoreBusinessTech – Where 5 million South Africans read the news
BusinessTech is South Africa’s largest business news website and the preferred news source for over 5 million monthly readers.
Read MoreThe man who dropped out of university, started a record company, and then launched South Africa’s largest beauty salon chain
Ian Fuhr founded the Sorbet Group, the largest chain of beauty salons in South Africa, with no knowledge of the beauty industry
Read MoreOne gaming company losing out on South Africa’s online gambling boom
Gaming, hotels, and entertainment group Tsogo Sun recently reported write-offs of R27 million for its online gambling business, despite the sector’s rapid growth in South Africa.
Read MorePrivate university boom in South Africa
Private higher education provider STADIO has revealed the impressive growth in its student numbers since 2020, and the increasing popularity of distance learning in South Africa.
Read MoreCapitec and Pick n Pay eyeing South Africa’s hidden gem
Despite being the country’s biggest source of employment, small South African businesses face an uphill battle when it comes to getting funding.
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