Rita Zwane, the visionary founder and CEO of one of South Africa’s most iconic homegrown brands, has been celebrated with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 Township Economy Awards in Tembisa, hosted by the Township Entrepreneurs Alliance on 23 Read the full story
Ten years ago, two visionary women set out to transform South Africa’s media industry, and they succeeded. Imizamo Media, the black female-led agency founded by Daisy Mulenga and Tlangelani Manzini, celebrates a decade of innovation, empowerment, and impact this November. Read the full story
As we gear up for National Entrepreneurship Month, I’m reminded of the power of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) and Small, Micro, and Medium Enterprises (SMMEs) in building our economy and creating lasting change in South Africa. These aren’t just Read the full story
Growing a business is one of the most challenging endeavours, especially when you’re constantly looking for ways to expand and scale. As a business owner, you’ll often find yourself navigating numerous opportunities and challenges to push your company forward. If Read the full story
Learning is a lifelong journey, and for business owners, staying open to new ideas and strategies is essential. One of the best ways to grow is by connecting with fellow entrepreneurs—whether through reading, networking, or simply listening to their stories. Read the full story
As a loyal customer of Dischem, I often find myself browsing their aisles for my medications and baby products at Baby City, another brand under the Dischem umbrella. Little did I know that this company, which I have supported for Read the full story
In a country as diverse as South Africa, the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Act is an essential tool for promoting economic inclusion and transformation. For many young people, especially those in their early 20s, the world of business and Read the full story
The Ports Regulator of South Africa’s (PRSA) Chief Executive Officer, Ms Mukondeleli Johanna Mulaudzi, and the Commissioner of the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Commission, Mr Tshediso Matona, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at promoting economic transformation Read the full story
In a country grappling with persistently high rates of unemployment, particularly among the youth, Miguel Correia, B-BBEE Transformation Consultant at The BEE Chamber, emphasises the critical role of Skills Development in driving positive change and transformation in South Africa’s economy. Read the full story
Transformation is a top priority for South Africa, and I believe it should be at the forefront of our national agenda. When we look at the numbers, the disparities become stark. As of now, black women occupy less than 4% Read the full story